Gerontology Minor

Requirements

The minor in gerontology requires completion of 18 credit hours with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 for all gerontology coursework. Nine of these credits must be upper division. Admission into the program requires a 2.50 GPA. The requirements for the minor can be completed online or on campus.

Gerontology Coursework 1
GERO 2000INTRODUCTION TO GERONTOLOGY3
GERO 3000COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR OLDER ADULTS3
or GERO 4670 PROGRAMS AND SERVICES FOR OLDER ADULTS
GERO 4460PSYCHOLOGY OF ADULT DEVELOPMENT AND AGING3
Gerontology Electives 1
Select coursework based on career objectives and interest areas and consult with a Gerontology academic advisor for a plan of study.9
Total Credits18
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An overall average of 2.0.

For students pursuing a career path in the Pre-Health, GERO 4550 is strongly recommended.

GERO 4670 may be taken online in place of GERO 3000.