Academic
Catalog August 2006 - August 2007 Undergraduate
and Graduate
If you are preparing for a career in human services, this minor provides you with a basic understanding of the processes of aging and the characteristics of the aged.
We emphasize health, physical aging, and the psychological and sociocultural aspects of aging as well as current policy issues in gerontology. We encourage you to apply your knowledge of aging to your major field of interest through practical field experiences within agencies and services that work with elders.
You must take at least 18 units to complete this minor, including:
one of SOC 360, SOC 360W, GRT 360, or GRT 360W (3 units)
GRT 460 and PSY 345W (6 units)
9 units from GRT 410, PRM 220 and 326, SOC 418, and other courses approved by your advisor
We also encourage you to take at least 3 units of GRT 408C.
Be aware that some of the courses required for your minor may have prerequisites that you must also take. Check the courses in the appropriate subject.
Click here for more information about Gerontology undergraduate courses.