HDEV 260 Intro to Gerontology

The "graying" of America requires the preparation of future gerontologists to meet the needs of a growing older adult population. This course provides an overview of the aging process including development in the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial domains. This course will focus on typical development as well as psychological disorders common to this period of the lifespan. Also emphasized will be behavior patterns that typically lead to successful aging. 

PRQ: PSYC 100.
Scheduled: Fall, odd years. 
Meets: SNO

Credits

3

Attributes

  • May be used for major requirement
  • May be used for minor requirement
  • Meets social science requirement