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Gerontology

Gerontology

A minor in Gerontology is sponsored through the College of Human Development and Education and the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. It provides students with an integrated understanding of the process of aging, aging services, and the aged in America. There are six basic areas of study. Students should follow the directions provided for each of the areas.

Minor Requirements

Gerontology Minor

Minor Requirements

Required Credits: 19

Area One: Social Gerontology
SOC 440Sociology of Aging3
Area Two: Developmental Psychology of Aging
Select one from the following:3
Adult Development and Aging
The Psychology Of Aging
Area Three: Wellness and Aging
HDFS 182Wellness and Aging3
Area Four: Macrosystems
HDFS 480Community Resources of Later Life3
Area Five: Internship/Practicum
A minimum of 4 credits is required for area five.4
Area Six: Elective
Select one from the following:3
Medical Anthropology
Personal and Family Finance
Seminar (Topic must be aging related)
Methods of Teaching Family and Consumer Sciences I: Techniques
Sociology of Medicine
Death and Dying
Family Dynamics of Aging
Total Credits19

Minor Requirements and Notes

  • A minimum of 8 credits must be taken at NDSU.