Aging, Certificate

Clinical and public health professionals have an increasing need to understand how to work with a growing aging population. A graduate certificate in aging prepares students for this important work.

Gain the knowledge and skills that are necessary to interpret the impact of biological, social, and psychological changes on the physical, psychological and social well-being of older adults. Our program can enhance employment and advancement opportunities for nurses, teachers, public and mental health workers and more.

Program Highlights

Interdisciplinary Courses

Work with other public health students in the Arnold School through our multi-disciplinary courses.

Learn by Doing

Apply your classroom learning in real scenarios through our integrated practice-based experiences.

Passionate Faculty

Enjoy smaller class sizes and one-on-one interactions with faculty who are leaders in their respective fields.

People-Focused

Study our growing aging population and the sociocultural issues surrounding health, behavior, and aging.

What You’ll Study

Enter the expanding fields of gerontology and geriatrics. Courses offer an interdisciplinary perspective on aging and specialized preparation for students who wish to become engaged in the planning, administration and provision of services for older adults. The graduate certificate fulfills continuing education requirements for many professional fields.

Building Skills

Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.

Examine Evidence

Gathering and analyzing information for decision-making or problem-solving purposes

Intercultural Competence

Developing the skills to communicate effectively and work collaboratively across cultures

Program Evaluation

Assessing effectiveness, efficiency and impact in achieving intended outcomes

Program Planning

Defining goals, outlining activities and establishing timelines to ensure effective implementation and outcomes

Communication

Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression

Empathy

Understanding and sharing the feelings of others, and demonstrating compassion and support

Using your degree

Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.

Potential Careers

Health Care Service Worker
Social Worker
Researcher

Job Titles of Alumni

Supports Coordinator

Workplace Settings

Nursing
Teaching
Public Health
Mental Health
Research
Education

Employers of Alumni

County of Delaware Office of Intellectual Disabilities
University of South Carolina