ObjectivesThis program in Gerontology is presented from a multidisciplinary perspective. Its bio-psycho-social approach will provide persons currently working or planning to work with the elderly with the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills necessary to deal effectively with the needs of our aging population.
Academic titleCertificate in Gerontology
Course descriptionThe Certificate in Gerontology - Sociology Department 30 credits
Program structure:
Required courses: (24 credits)
SOC 214 Aging
PSY 266 Psychology of Aging
BHR 221 Organizational Behaviour
SOC 110 Research Methodology
OR
SOC 111 Data Collection-Analysis
PBI 220 Physiology and Pharmacology of Aging
PSY 267 Counselling of Older Adults
GRN 300 Special Topics in Aging
EDU 320 Education and Aging
The remaining 6 credits may be chosen from the following optional courses:
SOC 217 Social Policy of Aging
PBI 278 Neuropsychology of Aging
SOC 215 Culture, Ethnicity and Aging