What are the goals of the Gerontology Certificate Program?

Goals

The curriculum for The University of Georgia Graduate Certificate of Gerontology program is designed to meet the following five goals:

Students are presented with a comprehensive theoretical overview of the field of gerontology. The interdisciplinary and integrative nature of gerontology is emphasized.
In addition to a broad, interdisciplinary perspective, students are required to acquire a basic foundation in the psychology, biology/physiology, and sociology of aging.
There are opportunities for students to have practical or hands-on experiences with older adults in the form of community service or course practica. Students complete either a research project or field work placement practicum focused on some aspect of gerontology.
Students are exposed to gerontological research techniques and methodologies, permitting them to develop their own analytic and evaluative skills.
Students supplement their own disciplinary academic expertise with gerontological content and methods to advance their aging research and practice.