Values and ethical dilemmas are explored. Principles of casework are presented and applied to the aging individual. Diversity within the aging population is emphasized. Seminar provides students a forum for discussion of practicum experiences, integration of theory and practice, and discussion of current issues related to the elderly. 2 credits Practicum offers the student opportunities to both observe and work with the elderly in supervised agency settings.
Emphasis is placed on family organization, family members, and their roles.
3 credits This course examines death and dying from social, cultural, and life span perspective. Medical ethics, suicide, legal issues, and the funeral industry are analyzed. The processes of bereavement and communicating with and about dying conclude the course. The student will develop an overall administrative plan reflecting the broad range of seniors needs in our complex and changing environment. 3 credits This course presents the psychosocial, biological, and economic status of older women in our culture.