UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

PSYC 324 Geropsychology,  3 cr.
This course introduces students to the study of aging and the profession of grerontology.

PSYC 325 Psychosocial Development and Aging, 3 cr.
Exploration of behavioral development and of the influence of social and environmental factors on the psychosocial development throughout the life span. Prereq.: PSYC-AGED-221.

PSYC 327 Counseling and Psychotherapy for the Aging, 3 cr.
Principles of therapeutic intervention for persons 50 years and older using strategies appropriate for this age group. Prereq.: PSYC-AGED-221 or PSYC-332.

PSYC 328 Seminar in Aging, 3 cr.
Integrated and critical evaluation of problems and issues related to aging; assessment of research and of its application to the establishment of programs for the aged. Prereq.: PSYC-AGED-221.
 

GRADUATE COURSES

PSYC-AGED-401 Gerontology: An Overview, 3 cr.
An overview of gerontology, with emphasis on the demographic, economic, social and psychological characteristics of older people. This course will also examine social policy responses to this growing segment of the population. Prereq.: Acceptance to the program or consent of instructor.

PSYC-AGED-402 Developmental Processes in Later Life, 3 cr.
A life-span perspective focusing on individual aging processes in later life. Aging in adulthood and maturity will be approached from both psychological and sociological literature. Prereq.: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of instructor.

PSYC-AGED-406 Aging and the Family, 3 cr.
The role of the family in providing physical, emotional, and financial support over the life-span in a society that has increasing numbers of 3, 4, and 5 generation families. Prereq.: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of instructor.

PSYC-AGED 408 Research Methods, 3 cr.
The intent of this course is twofold: to introduce research methods and methodological problems encountered in theoretical and applied studies in the field of adult aging and gerontology; and to provide guidance in preparing a research or program proposal. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 402.

PSYC-AGED 412 Psychopathology and Aging, 3 cr. This course will enable 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 will be highlighted. Questions of assessment and treatment for these populations will be addressed. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of the instructor.

PSYC-AGED 414 Psychotherapy of the Elderly, 3 cr.
This course helps students interested in direct service develop an awareness of the age specific concerns of older people and of psycho-therapeutic modalities that are effective with this age group. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 401 or consent of the instructor.

PSYC-AGED 415 Practicum in Gerontology, 3 cr.
A supervised practicum, typically 120 clock hours,  is required of all students who lack formal experience in working directly with the elderly. It may also be taken by students who have previously worked with this population and would like a different type of experience. Students are to have completed a minimum of Psyc-Aged 401 and Psyc-Aged 402 before a placement is set up for the practicum. The Program Coordinator will have determined that the gerontological field site is directly relevant to the student's interest and post graduation objectives and that the setting is suitable for a graduate student's learning experience. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 402 and Consent of the Gerontology Field Experience Coordinator.

PSYC-AGED 416 Internship in Gerontology, 3 cr.
This 120 clock hour supervised fieldwork course is required of all students.  Prereq: PSYC-AGED 402 and Consent of the Gerontology Field Experience Coordinator.

PSYC-AGED-418 Public Policy and Aging, 3 cr.
Major health care and economic policies affecting the elderly are examined to assess and understand their impact on lifestyle and social conditions. Prereq.: PSYC-AGED-401.

PSYC-AGED 420 Seminar in Proposal Writing  3 cr.
 Prereq: PSYC-AGED 408. Open only to students who have been accepted as candidates for the Master's Degree in Gerontology

PSYC-AGED 422 Thesis Seminar Advanced, 3 cr.
 Prereq: PSYC-AGED 420.

PSYC-AGED 424 Independent Study in Gerontology, 3 cr.
Opportunity to study in depth topics not sufficiently covered in required coursework in the program. The study must be individually contracted with the instructor. Arrangements for this should be made in the term prior to registration. Prereq: PSYC-AGED 401 and consent of the instructor.

PSYC-AGED 426 Values, Decision-Making, and the Elderly, 3 cr.
This required course is intended to sensitize students to ethical issues and dilemmas, and ramifications for service and policies pertaining to aging and old age that face the elderly and advocates for the elderly. Prereq: Acceptance into M.A. program or consent of the instructor.

PSYC-AGED 428 Aging and Cultural Diversity in the U.S., 3 cr.
This course is designed to familiarize students with the research available on variations in the process of aging among various major ethnic groups found in the metropolitan area. Prereq: Acceptance into M.A. program or consent of the instructor.

PSYC-AGED 432  Meanings of Old Age, 3 cr

PSYC-AGED 434 Aging Services Network, 3 cr

PSYC-AGED 455 Advanced Topics in Aging, 3 cr.