The Aging and Longevity Studies Program features a multidisciplinary approach to the study of gerontology and geriatric education. It provides a broad background in aging for students from colleges across the university, including business, dentistry, liberal arts and sciences, nursing, and pharmacy.
Aging and Longevity Studies Certificate
The certificate in Aging and Longevity Studies is open to interested students of all majors. For the certificate, you will take courses that focus primarily on older people; on the biological, social, cultural, psychological and other aspects of the aging process; and on interventions that benefit older adults.
Students who have completed the requirements for an undergraduate degree and have successfully completed 18 semester hours of approved course work in Aging and Longevity Studies will be awarded a certificate.
For more information, review Aging and Longevity Studies in the General Catalog.
Aging and Longevity Studies Minor
Undergraduate students may choose to obtain a minor instead of a certificate by successfully completing 15 semester hours in Aging and Longevity Studies.
Review Aging and Longevity Studies in the General Catalog for more details.
Careers
Employment options and work settings in aging studies are growing. You'll find career opportunities in agencies that serve the elderly, social services, retirement homes, long-term care facilities, hospitals, recreation departments, banks, industry, and health clubs.
Application Process
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Undergraduate certificate programs are available to students once they are enrolled in a degree program at Iowa or after they have received a bachelor's degree. Review our Areas of Study to select a major.