Educational
Opportunities
America
's older population is rapidly growing, making gerontology one
of the fastest growing fields today. Research in areas such as
psychology, health care, social work, public policy and pharmaceuticals
are vital to the growing elderly population. Two of every five
people will spend some time in a nursing facility. The U.S. Bureau
of Labor Statistics notes that health services are one of the
largest industries in the country, with more than 11 million jobs,
including the self-employed.
The
University of Louisiana at Monroe offers a variety of educational
opportunitites in Gerontology for traditional and non-traditional
students, living in town or out of state. The Online M.A. and
Certificate Programs in Gerontology allows working adults to acquire
the education and training they need to keep pace with the rapidly
changing world of gerontology. Students have the convenience of
attending class from their own homes on their own schedules. The
traditional programs offers the same high quality educational
experience to those able to attend courses on campus.
To
be eligible for enrollment M.A. or Certificate in Gerontology
programs., students must meet admission to the graduate school
and gerontology program requirements.
Educational
Opportunities Include: The Masters of Arts in Gerontology, the
Online Masters of Arts in Gerontology, the Certificate in Gerontological
Studies, the Online Certificate in Gerontological Studies, the
Undergraduate Minor in Gerontology and Internship - More information
can be accessed below.
