GERO 300 - Introduction to Gerontology

3 credits
3 hours per week.

This course is an introduction to the field of gerontology in the social work profession. This course is designed to expose students to the aging process across the physical, cognitive, psychological, social, spiritual, and cultural dimensions in latter adult- hood. The course will investigate social policies, family constellations, health care, financial security, service de- livery, diversity and assumptions about aging. This course will apply an ecological perspective and generalist social work practice framework, guided by the NASW Code of Ethics. Emphasis will be placed on helping the student to develop an understanding and appreciation for diversity, social and economic justice, disabilities and populations-at-risk within the aging population.

Offered (ONLINE FALL/SPRING)