Less-than-1-year Certificate in Gerontology at Flathead Valley Community College |
Flathead Valley Community College
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Flathead Valley Community College is a Public, 2-year Associate's--Public Rural-serving Medium with 1,911 students in Kalispell, MT.
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This school offers the following degree levels:
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate, Associate degree |
| Also, students of this school are eligible for federal aid such as Pell Grants and Direct Loans from the US Department of Education. |
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Flathead Valley Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Gerontology
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Baby boomers began turning age 60 in 2006. Therefore, aging population growth trends have resulted in a demand for professionals with knowledge and expertise in gerontology. Expanded career opportunities in gerontology and geriatrics are forecast in many disciplines and professions.
The certificate is designed for those who wish to prepare for work with older adults and for professionals already working with the elderly. The certificate is also applicable to those who are interested in aging as it affects quality of life for themselves and family. The certificate provides a background of basic knowledge in gerontology and permits students to acquire specialized skills in a variety of disciplines.
The 16 credit certificate includes a practicum relevant to student interests. Examples include: geriatric rehabilitation, assistive care and extended care facilities, non-profit organizations, support groups, case management, recreation and athletic training for healthy aging and disabled individuals and other agency programs and businesses. A student completing this program will:
Understand the basic terms and concepts in multidisciplinary gerontology;
Explain the inter-relatedness of biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging, death and dying;
Identify and understand societal and individual consequences of demographic changes in an aging society;
Understand research methods used by gerontologists.
Access and use library and electronic data sources on aging;
Translate current research on exercise and activity engagement into prolonging quality of life for healthy and disabled older adults;
Understand and be able to discuss public policies related to aging;
Relate knowledge of aging processes to real life experiences and a variety of settings, including businesses; and
Translate research on aging to implications for practice with older adults.
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