Interdisciplinary Minor in Health and Aging

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(18 semester hours)

Students who desire specialized knowledge about the elderly may obtain and interdisciplinary minor in Health in Aging. This minor, which is coordinated and directed by the School of Social Work, consists of a minimum of 18 semester hours.

Elective Courses (9)

SOWK 200 - Introduction to Professional Practice
PSYC 230 - Lifespan Developmental Psychology
SOCY 482 - Qualitative Research Methods
Or any other research course as long as project focuses on issues related to aging
NURS 444 - Gerontological Nursing
CRJU 490 - Seminar
SOCY 493 - Practicum in Sociology
SOWK 489 - Field Instruction Placement
Or any other department’s practicum that focuses on practice with the elderly population
SOWK 498 - Independent Study
Or any Independent Study that relates to Health in Aging
SOWK 425 - Gerontology: Social Welfare Aspects

Required Courses (9)

SOWK 321 - The Foundations of Social Policy
Or any other policy course that addresses policies affecting senior citizens
SOWK 498 - Independent Study
PSYC 429 - Maturity and Aging