Gerontology Gerontology General formation of knowledge that transcends a single academic discipline. The Gerontology Program at Weber State is designed to: (1) provide preparation for employment, (2) provide continuing education for job enrichment and career development, (3) provide general education, (4) to prepare students going to graduate schools. Students may obtain either a major, minor, BIS concentration, or a non-degree emphasis in gerontology. Students who successfully complete the prescribed course work are certified through Weber State. Center on Aging A Center on Aging has been established within the department to further research efforts pertaining to factors associated with aging. PROGRAM: GERONTOLOGY MAJOR BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index). • General Education Requirements (see index). • A minor is required. • Gerontology majors must have a C or better in major courses and an overall GPA of 2.25 in their major. • Gerontology majors must have an overall GPA of 2.00 or C. • 183 total hours are required for this degree. Sixty of the 183 total hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above). Specific Requirements: • Majors must take a minimum of 46 credit hours of Gerontology or related courses. • Gerontology course requirements: • Geront SSlOl (5), 265 (3), 332 (3), 422 (3), 482 (6), 499(2); • Trainees must demonstrate skills in statistics and research by completing the following or an approved equivalent course: Geront 266 (4), 360 (4); • Trainees must complete a minimum of 6 hours from the following courses: Geront SS222 (3), 300 (3), 312 (3), 320 (3), 465 (3); Soclgy 322 (3). • Trainees must complete a minimum of 10 hours from one of the five following areas: Counseling: Psych 330 (3), 343 (3), 431 (3), 434 (4); Soclgy 250 (5), 340 (3); Anthro 220 (3); Soclwk 370 (3), 371 (3). Health and Leisure: Health 200 (3), 340 (3); Hthsci 101 (3), PD120 (3), 230 (4); Soclgy 343 (3); Anthro 102 (5); PE 108 (1), 248 (1); Rec 280 (3), 355 (3). Administrative/Management: Acctng 201 (3), 202 (3); Fin 300 (3); six additional credit hours in consultation with department adviser. Social Services (select from 2 academic areas): Soclwk SSlOl (5), 213 (3), 230 (3); Anthro 310 (5); Chfam 245 (4), 440 (4). Nutrition: Hlth PD105 (3); Chfam 204 (5), 300 (3), 402 (3), 460 (3). PROGRAM: GERONTOLOGY DEPARTMENTAL HONORS General Requirements: • Enroll in the General Honors Program and complete 10 hours of General Honors courses (see Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog). • Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. • Fulfill the requirements for the Gerontology major. Specific Requirements: • In fulfilling requirements for a Gerontology major in Honors take at least 20 hours on an Honors basis. • In addition, complete the Gerontology Honors senior project of 2 hours. A student may receive Departmental Honors credit in any upper division Gerontology course with the exception of 482. Permission from the department chair should be sought before registering in a course for Honors credit. A written agreement should be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honors credit. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog.) PROGRAM: GERONTOLOGY MINOR General Requirements: • A grade of C or better in minor courses. Specific Requirements: • Minors must take a minimum of 23 credit hours in Gerontology courses. • All students must complete the following Gerontology core (17 credit hours): Geront SSlOl (5), 265 (3), 332 (3), 422 (3), 482 (3). Trainees must select a minimum of 6 credit hours from the following Gerontology electives: Geront SS222 (3), 312 (3), 320 (3), 465 (3). PROGRAM: GERONTOLOGY EMPHASIS BIS EMPHASIS AND NON-DEGREE CERTIFICATION Specific Requirements: • For BIS emphasis complete a minimum of 23 credit hours in Gerontology. • Gerontology core courses required ( 17 credit hours): Geront SSlOl (5), 332 (3), 422 (3), 482 (6). Trainees must select a minimum of 6 credit hours from the following Gerontology electives: Geront 265 (3), 312 (3), 320 (3), 465 (3). GERONTOLOGY COURSES-GERONT o SSlOl. Introduction to Gerontology (5) A, W, S A study of physical, psychological, social-psychological and social dimensions of aging and the application of principles and strategies to facilitate adaptation to aging. Emphasis is placed on methods of gathering knowledge, the current knowledge base and strategies for adaptation in the later stages of life cycle. SS222. Introduction to Social Gerontology (3) S A scientific study of social and psychological aging and the application of principles and strategies to facilitate adaptation to aging. The focus is on methods and systems for gathering data, demography of aging, social theoretical perspectives, psychological effects of aging, aging and the economy, and government and the politics of aging. 265. Gerontological Development and Policy (3) A, W, S National awareness, historical growth and policy development in response to gerontology in the United States will be covered. Specific examples will include social and health insurances, White House conferences, legislations, Administration on Aging, National Institute on Aging, scientific and applied groups, and the financing of programs. 266. Methods of Research: Theoretical and Historical Foundations (4) W Introduction to the scientific foundations and methods of gerontology. 290. Current Topics on Aging (2-6) A study on age related topics of current interest. Specific title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 300. Death and Dying (3) W, S An in-depth study of death, death-related issues and social institutions and practices dealing with death in American society, with special emphasis on the social processes surrounding death and constructive responses to death and dying. 312. Aging: Adaptation and Behavior (3) A An examination of the physical and psychological processes of aging. The emphasis is upon behavioral and social adaptation to these processes. 320. Economy of Aging (3) W This course provides knowledge about types and amounts of fixed income available to America's older persons. It includes ideas and methods for effectively helping the elderly person meet the serious student problems related to income limits and inflation. Services 332. Ethnicity and the Aging Process (3) Su,A,S A study of the importance of ethnicity and social policy on the social functioning of older people. 360. Social Statistics (4) A, S Introduction to analysis and presentation of data. 365. Older Women in American Society (3) W An awareness of the events, obstacles, failures and successes of older women in American society will be studied. Specific attitudes of individuals and society concerning the lifestyle of current and future older women will be explored. 422. Societal Responses to Aging (3) A, S A study of how aging, as a dimension of social organization, touches every life, every home, every community, and every relationship. 465. Retirement: Adjustment/Planning (3) W This course is designed to cover aspects of retirement relating to job change or discontinuance. The processes, events, social roles, and phases of life will be presented. 466. Methods of Research: Application and Practice (3) S The application and practice of the scientific method as applied to gerontology research. Prerequisite: Geront 266. 482. Field Practicum (2-10) Su, A, W, S Provides an opportunity in the world of work whereby the student might develop, test, and use knowledge derived from classroom experiences. (Maximum of 10 hours applied toward graduation.) 490. Current Topics on Aging (2-6) 5 An in-depth study on age related topics of current interest. Specific title will appear on student's transcript along with authorized credit. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 498. Readings and/or Projects (2-6) Su, A, W, S Individual readings and/or projects for the senior Gerontology major (with the approval of the instructor) with a maximum of six (6) credit hours possible. 499. Senior Seminar (2) S Preparation and discussion of gerontology concepts and topics. Information and techniques in obtaining a job and selecting a graduate school. Interdisc. Programs Applied Science & Technology Arts* Humanities Business & Economics Education Health Professions Science Social & Behavioral Sciences 264 265 Continuing Education