Mar 29, 2024  
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Gerontology, Graduate Certificate


Return to: 3310 Gerontology Institute   

The Graduate Certificate in Gerontology is designed to integrate knowledge of gerontology into students’ own disciplinary fields. It is offered for students preparing for a variety of careers in the aging field and for professionals already working in such areas as health care, social services, recreation, government, and business. The certificate program is open to students enrolled in graduate degree programs and in good standing at Georgia State University. In addition, non-enrolled students may apply for the certificate program.

Graduate Certificate-Requirements for Admission

  1. Internal Applicants (Students currently enrolled in graduate degree programs at Georgia State University).
    1. The general requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences. (An application fee is not required).
    2. Two letters of recommendation.
    3. A statement of educational and career goals.
    4. A current resume.
  2. External Applicants (Those not currently enrolled who plan to pursue the certificate program independently of a degree).
    1. The general requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences.
    2. Two letters of recommendation.
    3. A statement of educational and career goals.
    4. A current resume.

Certificate Requirements (18 Hours)


Core Courses (9 Hours)


Select three of the following core courses:

Internship (3 Hours)