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Bachelor of Social Science (Gerontology and Healthy Ageing)

Provided by  Charles Sturt University

Course Overview

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What is Gerontology?

Gerontology is the study of the ageing processes and individuals as they grow from middle-age through later life, and includes:

  • the application of this knowledge to policies and programs.
  • the study of physical, mental and social changes in older people as they age
  • the investigation of the changes in society resulting from our ageing population

This course prepares students for a career in aged care. It is compatible with students who have an existing TAFE Diploma in a related area, and who want to either change careers or for students that want to upgrade their formal qualifications to a degree.

This course introduces students to the challenges and issues of ageing withing the context of a social model of health, human rights as well as individual and community development.

Course Quick Look

Awarded By:
Charles Sturt University
Qualification:
Bachelor Degree
Study Mode:
On-Campus
Duration:
3 years part-time
Nationally Recognised:
NO