The club was started in response to student requests for such an organization. Our purpose is to increase interaction among students, faculty and staff as well as members of the local and professional Gerontological Community in an effort to perform community service, to provide information on career, college and employment opportunities, to increase understanding of Gerontology and its importance in every occupation and to expand personal and professional growth in Gerontology.
Gerontology is the study of the biological, physical and social aspects of aging.
Gerontologists include practitioners from such diverse fields as nursing, dentistry, physical and occupational therapy, accounting, real estate, human services and social work. Gerontologists take a multidisciplinary approach to their work, by examining all aspects of aging, from studying biological processes to improving the quality of life for older adults. Graduates from this program can work as activities directors, geriatric outreach workers, senior citizen center coordinators, and advocates for senior rights, to name a few. In addition, there is a growing opportunity for trained personnel to work with the elderly in educational institutions, police and fire departments, banks, and other businesses. Copyright 1996 - 2000 Sinclair Community College.