We live in a aging society, one in which the older population is growing both in absolute numbers and in proportion to all other age groups. Businesses, government agencies, service organizations, educational institutions and self-employed professionals from every economic sector are recognizing the need for specialized knowledge and skills to meet the needs of this changing demographic.
An advanced degree in Gerontology can benefit the professional in:
- social work
- nursing
- counseling
- recreation
- public policy
- long-term care administration
- medicine
- architecture
- interior design
- adult education
- rehabilitation therapy
- human/family services
Some Gerontologists work directly with older persons in a wide variety of programs and services in the community. Other work on behalf of older persons in areas such as advocacy and teaching about aging.
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