Satisfies the nutrition requirement for students entering the Nursing program. Attendance at first session is required. Gerontology program admission or instructor consent Acquaints students with the major issues and concepts pertinent to the field of gerontology. Introduces various theoretical perspectives on aging, changing trends in life expectancy and other demographic considerations and the interrelationships between factors associated with aging. Gerontology program admission or instructor consent Studies adult development and aging with specific focus on middle and late adulthood.
Emphasis is placed on biological, cognitive, emotional and psychosocial aging.
Explores the various social issues related to the aging process and how an aging population affects social structure. Introduces demographic processes, demographics related to the current older population, and current social issues identified by community agencies and advocate groups as relevant to older adults. Instructor consent Explores ethnic, religious and sexual diversity issues as they relate to older Americans. Ties together gerontological and diversity concerns to develop students into more sensitive and effective practitioners when dealing with older adults. Gerontology program admission or instructor consent Examines the myriad programs and services available to elderly individuals and their families.