Gerontology

This course is a part of:

Associate of Paralegal Studies

Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies

Bachelor of Business Administration

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Bachelor of Science in Child Psychology

In this course, the student will explore the social aspects of aging and how aging impacts his life and those around him, as well as communities, nations and the world. Students will gain insight into the social determinants of the human life course, including the biological and sociodemographic dimensions of aging, sociological theories of aging, and the ways in which the experience is socially constructed. Students will examine how the United States and other countries will be challenged by “aging societies” and the effects of this change—positive and negative—for individuals, families, employers, community service providers, and public policy.