Program Overview
The graduate Certificate program in Gerontology Social Work is a practice-focused course of study that prepares graduate social work students and professional practitioners who already have graduate degrees to work in a variety of aging-related settings. The field of Gerontology Social Work is multi-disciplinary, drawing on the best science and practice applications from a number of areas including biology, sociology, social work, health, and economics to meet the needs of the rapidly aging population. Our program teaches students how to apply evidence-based practice to increase understanding of the aging process and the lives of older adults.
The certificate provides the latest evidence-based methodologies on assessing the needs and challenges of community dwelling older adults as well as on elders living in long-term care settings. Adding the gerontology social work certificate to existing educational and work experiences is likely to enhance an individual’s career opportunities and options.
Course Information
- SOC 640 – Problems Aging Society
- SWK 660 – Social Gerontology
- SWK 653 – Advanced Field Practicum
- SWK 700 – Aging & End of Life Issues
- CULS 610 – Seminar in Appalachian Culture
- Select one from the following:
- CULS 611 – Appalachia Studies: Themes & Voices
- CULS 612 – Time & Place in Appalachia
Total Credit Hours: 18
Admission Information
Applicants must meet the admissions standards of Marshall University's graduate admissions and the M.S.W. program in the department of Social Work. Eligibility for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Gerontology Social Work is limited to those holding a graduate degree from an accredited educational institution or actively pursuing a graduate degree at Marshall University.