Aging Studies

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Throughout the world, people are living longer than ever before. Aging Studies is a growing field that is relevant to many careers in varying disciplines, and professionals with credentials in this area are in high demand. The Aging Studies undergraduate certificate enables students to learn more about current issues that affect adults as they age. Required courses cover physical, cognitive, social, financial, psychological, societal, and cultural aspects of aging. Students will learn foundational information, as well as how to apply it in real-world contexts to improve quality of life for older adults and their families.