PSY 397 Social Gerontology - 3 credits This course focuses on personal, interpersonal and societal factors in the humans aging process. Emphasis is on family, community and governmental responsibility in defining and resolving problems of the aged in a modern industrial society. Consent of faculty and written report are required. A survey of the major theories of the nature and development of personality. A study of the relationship between the individual worker and the work environment.
Emphasis is on the exploration and application of the most influential theories.
Topics include organizational dynamics, work motivation, job satisfaction, personnel selection and training, and work group influences. An introduction to the assumptions and techniques of psychological assessment. An analysis of issues and ethical problems involved in the helping professions and programs. 1- 3 credits Individualized independent investigation with supervision. Consent of the instructor is required.