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PSYC 401 - Gerontology: An Overview, 3 cr.
Presents an overview of the field of gerontology. It provides an introduction to the demographic, economic and social implications of the growth in the population of older individuals. Prereq.: Graduate standing. |
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PSYC 402 - Developmental Processes In Later Life, 3 cr.
Examines research on how individuals age psychologically throughout adulthood and into advanced old age. Prereq.: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of instructor. |
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PSYC 403 - Developmental Processes In Aging: Physiological Aspects, 3 cr.
In order to understand the aging individual, it is important to understand the normal and pathological physical changes that occur as the person ages. This course is intended to provide students of gerontology with this basic grounding in the physiology of aging and thus is aimed at graduate students with only minimal background in biology. Using a combination of text material and journal readings, it will cover the development changes in all the major biological systems. |
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PSYC 406 - Aging And The Family, 3 cr.
Acquaints students with the research on the inter-generational roles on the nuclear, extended and non-traditional forms of 20th century families in providing physical, emotional, and financial support to members over the life-span in a society that has increasing numbers of three, four, and five generation families. Prereq.: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of instructor. |
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PSYC 408 - Research Methods in Gerontology, 3 cr.
This course introduces research methods and methodological problems encountered in theoretical an applied studies in the field of gerontology and provides guidance in preparing research or program proposals. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 402. |
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PSYC 412 - Psychopathology And Aging, 3 cr.
Enables students to differentiate between the psychological characteristics of normal aging in later life and those associated with psychopathology. Differences between chronic mental illness and late onset psychopathology are clarified. Questions of assessment and treatment for these populations are included. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of the instructor. |
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PSYC 414 - Psychotherapy Of The Elderly, 3 cr.
This course assists students interested in direct service to develop an awareness of the range of psychotherapeutic modalities that are effective with elderly clients. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of the instructor. |
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PSYC 415 - Practicum In Gerontology, 3 cr.
A supervised practicum, 120 clock hours or more, is required of all students who lack formal experience in working directly with the elderly. It is also recommended for students who have previously worked with this population and whose career objectives make a different type of experience in another setting desirable. An approved learning contract is required prior to starting hours. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 402 and Consent of the Gerontology Field Experience Coordinator. |
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PSYC 416 - Internship In Gerontology, 3cr.
This 120-clock hour supervised fieldwork course is required of all students. Those with no prior experience in gerontology must complete PYSC-415 before registering for this course. The internship site varies according to the interests of the student. The faculty will determine the suitability of the site. An approved learning contract is required prior to starting hours. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 402 and Consent of the Gerontology Field Experience Coordinator. |
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PSYC 418 - Public Policy And Aging, 3 cr.
This course will examine major health care, social, and economic policies that affect the elderly. Students will learn to assess and understand the differential impact on life style and quality of life experienced in old age by individuals of various socioeconomic classes. Prereq.: PSYC-AGED-401. |
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PSYC 420 - Seminar In Proposal Writing, 3 cr.
This seminar covers the whole process of proposal writing as it applies to either grant or thesis proposals. Student is expected to produce an acceptable proposal as part of the course. Prereq.: PSYC-AGED-408. |
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PSYC 422 - Master's Thesis, 3 cr.
This course involves guidance of students writing a master's thesis as part of the requirements for the MA. in Gerontology. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 420.
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PSYC 424 - Independent Study In Gerontology, 3 cr.
This course provides an opportunity to specialize in an area of interest not sufficiently covered in either the required or elective courses offered. The plan for independent study (the specific topic, list of possible readings, and plan for a final paper) must be approved in writing by the sponsoring faculty member in the term prior to registration. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 402 and consent of the instructor. |
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PSYC 426 - Values, Decision Making And The Elderly, 3cr.
This course sensitizes students to their own and other's social and personal values pertaining to aging and the aged. It covers the ethical issues and dilemmas that arise for the elderly, their advocates, and caretakers when age is a primary factor in making difficult decisions. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of the instructor. |
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PSYC 428 - Aging And Cultural Diversity In The U.S., 3 cr.
This course familiarizes students with the literature and research-in-progress on variations in the process of aging, attitudes toward aging and the aged, and assistance provided to the aged among various major ethnic groups found in the United States. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of the instructor. |
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PSYC 432 - Meanings Of Old Age, 3 cr.
This course explores the range of external perceptions and personal experiences of old age and old people by comparing what research scholars say about aging with the writings of older people themselves. Societal ageism and personal beliefs about aging, old age and old people are considered. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of the instructor. |
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PSYC 434 - Aging Services Network, 3cr.
This course examines the wide range of services and programs fostered by the Older American Act and referred to as the "aging network." Interviews with service providers and onsite observations give students an awareness of the issues involved in designing and implementing programs for older people. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of the instructor. |
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PSYC 455 - Advanced Topics In Aging, 3 cr.
This course is designed to focus on a specific topic related to the field of aging (e.g., Industrial Gerontology). Prereq: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of the instructor. |
