Aging Studies - Montgomery College - Rockville MD

Aging Studies from Montgomery College - Rockville MD is a Campus Associate Adult Development degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. This A.A. track is designed to provide students with the skills and content area knowledge to promote healthy aging on the individual, community and global level. The program is designed to prepare students for further studies in areas related to aging and also to provide individuals already working in the field with the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and expertise. In addition, this program also seeks to include interested individuals from the community who desire information which will allow them to age well and experience an improved quality of life. Should the student desire to continue studies in aging , health education, or related fields, this track has been developed according to standards set by the Association for Gerontology in Higher Education ensuring transferability of credits earned to member institutions. Program Outcomes for the Arts & Sciences A.A. Degree - Aging Studies Upon completion of this program a student will be able to: Define ageism and refute negative stereotypes associated with age and the aging process. List and describe research methods commonly employed to study the process of human aging. Demonstrate an awareness of career options available to individuals with credentials in the area of gerontology. Describe current and predict future demographic trends in human aging worldwide and discuss the impact of these changes on quality of life. Differentiate between true age-related and age-associated changes in human structure and function. Identify and describe both normal and pathological changes in structure and function occurring with age. List and analyze current biological theories of aging. Analyze the relationship of current health related behaviors and lifestyle choices to future health and longevity. Discuss the impact of work, retirement, and leisure on health status and quality of life for the aging population. Analyze the impact of politics, economics and race/ethnicity on health status in the context of aging. Describe the continuum of living arrangements and long term care options available to senior citizens today. Discuss the impact of ?end of life? issues such as assisted suicide, grief, and bereavement on the quality of life of the aging individual. Recognize and describe the value of health education and health promotion for the elderly. Analyze social changes and their influence on the process of aging. View more details on Montgomery College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Adult Development courses.