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Gerontology Minor and Certificate of Completion

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts dramatic job growth for the next 30 years in fields relating to aging. Thus, coursework in gerontology can be useful for students from a wide variety of majors.

Visit the site below that demonstrates the wide array of disciplines and careers that will grow as a result of the growth of the older adult education:

Careers in Aging - from the Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education

Stockton’s interdisciplinary academic program in Gerontology offers a variety of 4-credit courses on aging, with topics such as Aging & Health, Adult Development & Aging, Spirituality & Aging, and many others. Two options are available for students who complete a 20-credit sequence of required and elective courses. All Stockton students may earn a Gerontology Minor in conjunction with any major. Nonmatriculated students who take the classes jto enhance their professional trianing in aging can earn a Certificate of Completion in Gerontology.

The gerontology program was established in 1978, and we have graduated over 700 students, the most prolific gerontology program in New Jersey.

Visit Stockton's Social and Behavioral Sciences Gerontology Minor

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Non-matriculated student wishing to obtain the GERO Certificate of Completion can call (609) 652-4512 and ask to be connected with the gerontology coordinator for further information.