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Certificate in Gerontology Senior Advocate
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ADDRESS: Northeastern Illinois University Dept of Psychology, Brommel Building, BBH 307E, 5500 N St Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
WEBSITE: https://www.neiu.edu/ academics/college-of-arts-andsciences/departments/ gerontology/gerontology-senioradvocate-certificate
required CoursES:
Core Courses (15 credit hours total): PSYC-401 Gerontology: An Overview 3 PSYC-403 Developmental Processes In Aging: Physiological Aspects 3 PSYC-415 Practicum In Gerontology 3 (if PSYC 415 is waived, an approved graduate-level elective course can be substituted) PSYC-418 Public Policy And Aging 3 PSYC-426 Values, Decision Making And The Elderly 3 Electives - Select one "Track"(6 credits total):
Track 1 - Individualized/Community Outreach (Choose Two Courses) PSYC-406 Aging And The Family PSYC-412 Psychopathology And Aging PSYC-414 Psychotherapy Of The Elderly PSYC-434 Aging Services Network Track 2 - Public Policy/Administration (Choose Two Course) PSYC-428 Aging And Cultural Diversity In The U.S. PSYC-432 Meanings Of Old Age PSYC 455 Topics In Gerontology Total Hours 21
CERTIFICATE IN GERONTOLOGY SENIOR ADVOCATE
The 21-credit hour Gerontology Senior Advocate Certificate is designed to meet the educational needs of a variety of student groups: those already working with older adults, those contemplating a career change, and those working in other fields who wish to increase their knowledge of aging processes to help advocate for this growing segment of the national and internal population. To address these needs, students complete a set of required courses providing a solid background in the concepts of gerontology. To this aim, the two-year Gerontology Senior Advocate Certificate is for those professionals and/or life-long learners interested in short-term training in the field before potentially pursuing more extensive education in gerontology (e.g., M.A. in Gerontology). ADMISSIONS PROCESS: Apply to graduate college! Here is the link for the application page: https:// admissions.neiu.edu/admission-requirements ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Two letters of support, a statement of interest in the program (writing sample), a resume, and a transcript of at least a completed bachelor's degree. COST: For an Illinois resident, the graduate-level tuition cost is $432.80 per credit hour. For non-state residents, the tuition cost is $865.60 per credit hour. Other fee costs can apply (e.g., parking). REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: Once admitted to the program, please contact the certificate program advisor, Dr. Lisa Hollis-Sawyer, for advisement of registration for the program. Her email is: l-hollissawyer@neiu.edu ACADEMIC CALENDAR: Please contact the certificate coordinator, Dr. Lisa Hollis-Sawyer, for the latest academic calendar link. DELIVERY MODE: The delivery model of the courses is fully online with remote options. LOCATION OF COURSE: The classes are fully online. TRANSFER HOUR POLICY: Students can transfer a maximum of 9 credit hours to this program. FINANCIAL AID: https://www.roosevelt.edu/tuition-aid/learn-about-financial-aid-undergraduate HOURS NEEDED: 30
