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Show Gerontology Gerontology . B. Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. C. Fulfill the requirements for the Gerontology major. Specific Requirements: A. Gerontology Major 1. In fulfilling requirements for a Gerontology major in Honors take at least 20 hours on an Honors basis. 2. In addition, complete-the Gerontology Honors senior project of 2 hours. 3. A student may receive Departmental Honors credit in any upper division Gerontology course with the exception of 482. 4. Permission from the department chairperson 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. Gerontology Minor I. General Requirements: A. A grade of C or better in minor courses. II. Specific Requirements: A. Minors must take a minimum of 23 credit hours in Gerontology courses. 1. All students must complete the following Gerontology core (17 credit hours): Gerontology 101 (5), 265 (3), 332 (3), 422 (3), 482 (3). 2. Trainees must select a minimum of 6 credit hours from the following Gerontology electives: Gerontology 222 (3), 312 (3), 320 (3), 465 (3). Program: Gerontology Emphasis —BGS Emphasis and Non-degree Certification Specific Requirements: A. Complete requirements for a major in a related field. B. Gerontology core courses required (17 credit hours): Gerontology 101 (5), 332 (3), 422 (3), 482 (6). C. Trainees must select a minimum of 6 credit hours from the following Gerontology electives: Gerontology 265 (3), 312 (3), 320 (3), 465 (3). I. STUDENTS COMPLETING ANY OF THE ABOVE GERONTOLOGY PROGRAMS WILL RECEIVE AN APPROPRIATE CERTIFICATE IN GERONTOLOGY 326 GERONTOLOGY COURSES 101 Introduction to Gerontology (5) An introduction to the areas of biological, psychological, and sociological contributions to the field of gerontology, with an emphasis on personal awareness of myths, problems, and solutions relating to the older person in America. SS222. Social Gerontology (3) An introduction to the scientific study of gerontology, the study of aging. 265. Gerontological Development and Policy (3) 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, scientifc and applied groups and the financing of programs. 312. Aging: Adaptation and Behavior (3) 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) 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 problems related to income limits and inflation. 332. Ethnicity and the Aging Process (3) A study of the importance of ethnicity and social policy on the social functioning of older people. SS422. Societal Responses to Aging (3) 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) 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. 482. Field Practicum (2-10) 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.) 498. Readings and/or Projects (2-6) 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) Preparation and discussion of gerontology concepts and topics. Information and techniques in obtaining a job and selecting a graduate school. SuSmissJ Economic: WatTirar Sciences Social Sciences 327 1 iu hiinlnn , —rG^flf|wlly | Continunt 44 |
