Focus is on physiological, nutritional, and epidemiological factors. Includes discussion of the biology of human aging. Graduate-level requirements include a substantial research paper on a topic appropriate to the subject matter. Emphasis on management of these problems. Organizational, environmental and interpersonal theory and research concerning a variety of problems is reviewed.
Instruction often includes lectures by several different persons.
Research projects may or may not be required of course registrants. Critical analysis of selected family and social issues, and related current research in gerontology. Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of training and practice in actual service in a technical, business, or governmental establishment. Instruction often includes lectures by several different persons. Research projects may or may not be required of course registrants.