The Gerontology Program is responsible for the Gerontology Minor, Gerontology Certificate, interdisciplinary cross-referenced courses, and the Summer Institute on Aging. Other programs housed within the office of the Gerontology Program include the Elderhostel Program, Friendly Visitor Services, Geriatric Nursing Resource Center, and the Gerontology Education and Resource Center. It also cosponsors the Central California Alzheimer's Diagnostic Disease Center and the Rohlfing Medical Lectureship Series, and sponsors the Gerontology Club, Elderfest, and continuing education for health professionals. Two new programs have been established. The development of employment opportunities in the field of gerontology has emerged in response to the needs of a steadily increasing older population.
Many occupational roles are available in different sites.
New programs are developing in Eldercare, case management, and consultation in business. There is an increased recognition of the importance of designing and providing specialized programs in the private sector. Knowledgeable people work as consultants in banks, travel agencies, large corporations, insurance companies, educational agencies, publishing and broadcasting agencies, and department stores. The field is wide open for creative and innovative individuals. The Interdisciplinary Gerontology Program Advisory Council provides overall curricular decisions, coordination, and collaboration.