Aging and Health Certificate

Overview

The blended learning Undergraduate Aging and Health Certificate pairs research and experience to prepare students for careers in health and aging related fields.

Upon completion of the Aging and Health Certificate students will be able to: 

• Recognize the intersection between health and aging 
• Describe the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of aging
• Identify health and social policies that affect older adults'
• Demonstrate skills for working with older adults

To enroll in the certificate program, applicants must be a UW-Whitewater undergraduate student. Not currently a UW-Whitewater Student, no problem, click here  to apply.

Description

The Aging and Health Certificate is designed for undergraduate students pursuing degrees in all disciplines - ranging from arts to social work and business to technology. The certificate teaches students foundational knowledge and skills needed to effectively work in careers with older adults and support their multidimensional health needs.

The Aging and Health certificate  prepares students to support the multidimensional health needs of older adults. The certificate program is 15 credits and courses are offered both online and in face-to-face class settings. Many of the credits offered as part of the certificate can count toward university electives and minor requirements. 

The 15-credit certificate program includes the following classes:

Required (9 credits)

• Introduction to Social Gerontology (3 credits)
• Biology of Aging (3 credits)
• Health and Aging Policy (3 credits)

Electives; choose one (3 credits)

• Aging and Leisure (3 credits)
• Community Based Learning in Health and Aging
• Independent Study, Travel Study, Special Group Studies or Other Approved Alternate Course (3 credits)

Electives; choose one (3 credits)

• Introduction to Public Health (3 credits)
• Sex Gender and Health (3 credits)
• Social Work Practice in Bereavement (3 credits)
• Independent Study, Travel Study, Special Group Studies or Other Approved Alternate Course (3 credits)  

To learn more about the courses, click on the course.

To learn when the courses are offered and explore feasibility for completing in one-year, review the Sample Plan Sheet.

To track progress toward certificate completion, feel free to download the Certificate Class Checklist.