Gerontology
Gerontology is the study of aging – a very complex and fascinating process which we all experience. It is complex because it encompasses the physiological, social, emotional, cognitive, and economic aspects of growing old. By completing the one-year certificate program, students may find immediate opportunity for employment in professional and paraprofessional entry-level positions at human service agencies, senior centers, residential communities, health care facilities, and other agencies that provide much needed services for the elderly. For others, this certificate will allow them to further enhance their knowledge of gerontology.
Outcomes:
Upon completion of this certificate, students will be able to understand the physiological, social, emotional, cognitive, and economic aspects of growing old.
Employment Information:
By completing the one-year certificate program, students may find immediate opportunity for employment in professional and paraprofessional entry-level positions in human service agencies, senior centers, residential communities, health care facilities, and other agencies that provide much needed services for the elderly.
Mean Annual Income:
$27,300 (CT)
$29,080 (MA)
As of the Fall 2023 semester, the Community Colleges will merge and become Connecticut State Community College (CT State), a statewide college comprised of all Connecticut’s current community college locations. Further details can be found and will be updated on the Frequently Asked Questions page: www.ct.edu/ctstate/academics.
Please work closely with your advisor/program coordinator to select your courses accordingly.
Human Services: Gerontology Certificate (GRTL-CC-HS)
This short-term Certificate can be earned to gain employment while continuing to work toward an AS degree.
Program Coordinator
Carol LaLiberte
860.253.3187
claliberte@asnuntuck.edu
