Aging Studies/Gerontology Minor

Sponsoring department:

The Barbara H. Hagan School of Nursing and Health Sciences

Molloy Program of Study Code: AGSMI

This 18-credit minor is multidisciplinary. The minor is available to any undergraduate enrolled in a degree program and can be seen as an enrichment to undergraduate majors such as Business, Social Work, Nursing, Sociology, Psychology and many other fields that will be impacted by the growing numbers of older adults. The one semester field placement of one hundred (100) hours with integrative class seminars could include diverse experiences in settings such as day care centers, senior centers or skilled nursing facilities.

Requirements

Required Courses

GRN 2010Introduction to Gerontology

3

GRN 2370Psychology of Aging

3

GRN 2530Aging in Society

3

Complete two courses (6 Credits)

GRN 2020Aging and Nutrition

1

GRN 2340Perspectives on Aging Through Film

1

GRN 2400Introduction to Alzheimer's Disease

1

GRN 2410Substance Abuse and the Elderly

1

GRN 2420Network of Care

1

GRN 2450Palliative Care

1

GRN 2620Death, Dying and Bereavement

3

GRN 3120Biology of Aging

3

GRN 3270Geriatric Assessment and Evaluation

3

GRN 3520Practicum/Field Placement

3

Complete one course (3 Credits)

COM 2250Family Communication

3

ETH 2880Introduction to Bioethics

3

PSY 3590Positive Psychology

3

SWK 2500Diversity: Oppression, Privilege and Social Justice

3

SWK 3470Spirituality and Professional Practice in the Helping Professions

3

Total Credit Hours: 18