Certificate in Gerontology

The certificate program addresses the need of health care professionals as well as professionals in other fields to be prepared to serve the unique needs of an aging population.

Gainful Employment Disclosure Information

  • Program Length: 15 credit hours (five courses)
  • Total Cost of Certificate Program: Tuition and Fees: $7185
  • Room and Board (on campus): Not available
  • CIP Program Description: 30.1101 Gerontology, 001666-301101-04
  • SOC Code: 29-1129 Therapist, All other
  • Normal Time to Complete: Most students take four terms to complete the program: three semesters enrolled in one class (half time) and one semester enrolled in two classes (full time).

Anyone who wishes to earn a Certificate in Gerontology at Concordia University Chicago must be officially admitted to the program. To apply for admission, complete an application online or request one from the office of the Institute of Professional Studies.

 

Coursework (15 Hours)

  • PSY-6050 Adult Development and Aging
  • SOC-6330 Death and Dying
  • SOC-6500 Public Policy and  Aging
  • SOC-6510 Social Gerontology
  • SOC-6980 Practicum in Gerontology