Online MS in Applied Gerontology

Education to inspire, encourage and empower

By 2030, all baby boomers will be 65 or older, increasing the need for providers who serve older adults. Through earning a MS in Applied Gerontology at Brenau, you’ll not only be able to meet this need, but graduate with the knowledge to grow and succeed in your career. This program offers an innovative, interdisciplinary course of study focusing on psychology, nursing, occupational therapy, health sciences and more. Your classes will teach you applicable skills that you can immediately use in the field. You can also pursue this master’s degree at the same time as Brenau’s other graduate-level psychology programs. From here, you can.

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Learn what it takes to care for an aging population

Our courses in gerontology focus on the latest trends and ideas in eldercare to prepare you for your career. These courses are designed to build a solid foundation of knowledge that sets you apart as a job candidate.

Foundations of Gerontology

Learn about gerontology theory, the field of gerontology and multiple facets of aging.

Death, Dying and Loss

Explore the psychological and behavioral aspects of death, dying and loss from various perspectives.

Global Health Perspectives

Examine international perspectives on health with regard to health care, health practices and systems issues.

Online learning

At Brenau, you will learn in small classes, which gives you plenty of opportunities to ask questions and receive one-on-one support from your professors. With flexible scheduling and online delivery, we make education fit into your busy life. Our programs respond to the needs of today’s students, so you’ll receive the education you need to become a leader who makes a difference. From here, you can.

In-demand gerontology careers

The employment of community health workers is projected to increase by 12% from 2021 to 2031.1 Meeting that demand will likely require additional professionals with specialized abilities in areas like gerontology, and an MS in Applied Gerontology can lead to opportunities in this growing field.

Top gerontology careers

  • Geriatric care manager
  • Geriatric social worker
  • Gerontology nurse
  • Community health worker
  • Assisted living administrator

About us

Brenau University is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees.

We are committed to empowering our students to prepare them for their chosen path. At Brenau, we care about your success and are here to help you fulfill your potential and make a positive impact on the world.

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Source

  1. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Health Education Specialists and Community Health Workers.” U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved February 10, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/.