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Gerontology and Health

Graduate Certificate

Course Delivery
100% Online
Total Credits
12
In-State Tuition Per Credit
$518.62
Out of State Tuition Per Credit
$621.98

Gerontology and Health

Graduate Certificate

The demand for professionals with expertise in aging is growing rapidly. As global populations age, a wide range of career opportunities is emerging. The relative newness of many of these opportunities means there are prospects for innovative ideas, new programs, and new products.

The IU Online Graduate Certificate in Gerontology and Health provides students and working professionals training in the biology, sociology, and psychology of aging. You consider how the aging population affects society and how the experience of aging is affected by society. Coursework focuses on the diverse needs, strengths, and challenges of older adult populations. In addition to coursework, you complete a career-building practicum working with professionals in the field. Practicums have included creating business plans, coordinating home care, designing products that benefit older adults, and working with advocacy groups like AARP.

Your IU Online Graduate Certificate in Gerontology and Health prepares you for such careers as:

Aging consultant
Aging advocate
Wellness coordinator
Aging services program coordinator
Elder law consultant
Family support worker
Community health worker
Social services specialist
Caseworker

Certificate Requirements

To earn the Graduate Certificate in Gerontology and Health, you must complete 12 credit hours.

Requirements are broken down as follows:

Gerontology and health core courses (6 credit hours)
Elective courses (6 credit hours)

Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

A bachelor's degree
2.5 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale

NOTE: This program is authorized, exempt, or not subject to state regulatory compliance and may enroll students from all 50 states.

To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes:

Transcripts
Two letters of recommendation
Statement of purpose (500 words or less)
Resume
TOEFL score (minimum 80) or IELTS score (minimum 7) - international students only

Courses

Core

SPH-B 675	Practicum in Gerontology	3 Credits
SPH-H 524/EDUC-P 513	Multidisciplinary Perspectives in Gerontology	3 Credits

Elective

EDUC-D 505	Adult Learning through the Lifespan	3 Credits
EDUC-D 506	Adult Education Planning and Development	3 Credits
EDUC-P 517	Adult Development and Aging	3 Credits
EDUC-P 518	Social Aspects of Aging and Aging Families	3 Credits
SPH-B 535	Contemporary Issues in Aging and Health	3 Credits
SPH-B 615	Health, Longevity, and Integrative Therapies for the Later Years	3 Credits

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Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $518.62

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1555.86

Note: Additional fees will apply. This program is ineligible for financial aid.

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $621.98

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1865.94

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

Your cost of attendance may differ from these estimates.

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Indiana Residents

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Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,456

Books & Supplies $830

Transportation $2958

Personal Expenses $4078

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,456

Books & Supplies $302

Transportation $2958

Personal Expenses $4078

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