M.Sc. in Gerontology
In this Gerontology program from Kansas State University you will learn the specific skills needed to prepare you to work directly with older people or be involved in education or research related to aging issues.
Duration
1 year
Starting Date
January, May, August
Tuition Fee
$ 611 per credit
Location
Online
The program
The online Gerontology master’s program from Kansas State University will prepare you to become a practitioner, advocate, leader or changemaker in the field of aging. Innovative courses taught by a diverse faculty will engage you in a variety of topics such as health and well-being, advocacy, emerging critical issues, and community-based interventions. This flexible and customizable curriculum is designed to provide professional preparation for career development or advancement in your field.
Careers
Graduates of the gerontology master’s program are often involved in:
- health promotion programs
- directing intergenerational activities
- managing senior centers or retirement communities
- counseling older people and their families
- helping people plan for their retirement
Courses includes:
- Adult Development and Aging
- Advanced Diversity in the Aging Experience
- Advanced Program Design, Implementation and Evaluation in Gerontology
- Long Term Care Administration Internship
- Independent Study in Gerontology
- Advanced Sexuality and Aging