1. State University of New York College at Oneonta
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  4. BS Gerontology

BS Gerontology

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

State University of New York College at Oneonta

Program Overview

SUNY Oneonta's Gerontology Studies program offers a highly personal experience for students interested in working with or studying the elderly. As a Gerontology Studies major, you will focus on personal and policy issues involved with the aging process, and you can further tailor the program to your interests through independent research projects and internships.The curriculum uses a body of knowledge in sociology as well as psychology, anthropology and human ecology to develop frameworks for the study of aging and older adults in society. Gerontology Studies majors take 39-42 semester hours in core courses in sociology, such as introductory sociology, research methodology and social policy, as well as elective courses focusing on the study of aging.

Program Key Stats

$16980
Rolling


Eligibility Criteria

2.9
33
75

1115
6

Additional Information & Requirements

Official high school transcript or results of GED/TASC

Career Options

  • Occupational therapist
  • Geriatric social worker
  • Health educators and community health workers
  • Gerontology nurse
  • Occupational therapist
  • Geriatric social worker
  • Health educators and community health workers
  • Gerontology nurse

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