Gerontology - Certificate
The Gerontology Certificate is designed for individuals interested in working with or serving older adults or those currently employed within the aging network. The focus of this certificate is to provide general knowledge of the aging process and a means to facilitate healthy, successful aging.
Program Code:
905441
Area of Study:
Health Sciences
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition: $1,703, Books: $127, Supplies: $0
Total Approximate Costs
$1,830
Estimates based on in-state residency. Learn more about tuition and fees.
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How do I get started in this program?
Requirements for Certificate Entry
- Completed application.
- To learn more about starting this program, please contact an academic advisor at (920) 498-5444 or (888) 385-6982.
- Attend or view online program pre-registration information session.
What will I learn?
Curriculum
Total Credits
11
What else do I need to know about the program?
Note
- The entire certificate is available in an online delivery format.
- The Introduction to Gerontology course (10-544-201) is offered every semester (Summer/Fall/Spring) and recommended as the first course in the certificate. This course may be taken concurrently with any of the other courses in the certificate.
- Credits from this certificate may be applied toward the Gerontology Associate degree.
- No final grade lower than a "C" is acceptable in any of the (10-544-xxx) courses.
- Online
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Classes wherever you have an internet connection.
- An in-person career experience, such as an internship, practicum, or credit for prior learning, may be required.
- Some online courses may be held at specific dates/times.
- Day
- Classes between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
- Evening
- Classes between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
- Weekend
- A combination of online classes and Saturday and/or Sunday classes.
- Full-time
- 12 or more credits per term.
- Part-time
- Fewer than 12 credits per term.