Gerontology Technology  

This Web Page provides information about the Gerontology Technology Program at East Central Community College in Decatur, Mississippi.

What is Gerontology Technology?

The purpose of the Gerontology degree program is to provide the community with well trained individuals who have an in-depth understanding of the aging process and its physical, mental, and psychosocial implications as well as the skills to apply this knowledge to a diverse elderly population through the process of referral, advocacy, and problem solving. This program is designed to meet the standards and requirements for careers in gerontology.
    
There are many challenging and rewarding opportunities for graduates of the Gerontology Associate Degree program. Employment in this field will stem from the population growth and the corresponding increased demand for services to the elderly.
    
Opportunities can be found working with seniors in community centers, social service agencies, home health care, adult day care, recreation and activity centers, extended care facilities, congregate and group homes, nutrition projects and retirement communities.
    
Positions for graduates include: Outreach Workers, Activity Personnel, Gerontology Assistants, Senior Specialists and Case Managers.

Courses of Study 

 First Semester
 SOC  2113  Introduction to Sociology...3
 GER  1113  Social Gerontology...3
 PSY   1513  General Psychology...3
 CSC  1113  Introduction to Computer Concepts
 MAT   1313  College Algebra...3

Second Semester
ENG  1123  English Composition...3
GER  1223  Human Services for the Elderly...3
GER  1325  Social Work with the Elderly...3
ESY   2533  Human Growth and Development...3
PNV   1213  Body Structure and Function...3

Third Semester
GER   2433  Social Policy and Aging...3
GER   2536  Activities Program for the Elderly...6
GER   2131  Seminar I...1
GER   2232  Practicum I...3
SPT   1113  Oral Communication...3

Fourth Semester
GER  2643  Aging and Mental Health...3
GER  2743  Aging and Physical Health...3
GER  2141  Seminar II...1
GER  2242  Practicum II...3
GER  2546  Activities Programming for the Elderly...6
                     Fine Arts Elective    ...3

 

For additional information on aging and aging careers please visit the Association of Gerontology Careers in Higher Education and click on aging.

  

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   For information concerning the Gerontology Technology program at East Central Community College, send mail to Counselor of Career - Technical Instruction, ECCC, P.O. Box 129, Decatur, MS  39327, or call 601-635-2111, ext. 214 or toll free at 1-877-GO-2-ECCC