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Environmental Gerontology

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Tu 7p.m. – 8:30p.m.
On-Line LMS Chat Time 3 $2557 (guest students)
Date
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Time
Tu 7p.m. – 8:30p.m.
Location
On-Line LMS Chat Time
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2557 (guest students)

Description

This course provides a comprehensive overview of design interventions for older adults. Important related theories and frameworks, details of home modifications, components of age-friendly communities (urban, suburban, and rural - both public and private), and important policies that inform this work are covered. Students have the opportunity to conduct environmental micro-and macro-level audits and to interview allied professionals. Readings provide details that students can immediately apply to their current aging services work.

Prerequisites

Masters or Graduate Certificate student In Gerontology

This course is closed for registration.

Course Details