Older people are concerned with maintaining continuity in their lives and seek services
that help them maintain their individuality and independence. Employment opportunities
exist not only in traditional fields such as health care and social services, but
also in businesses, industries, and organizations working to meet the needs of an
aging society. In the future, there will be more career opportunities for persons
with expertise in the area of aging.
To meet this challenge, Winthrop University offers an interdisciplinary minor in Gerontology
that is designed for students in any field who wish to gain the knowledge and skills
needed for careers that involve working with or serving older adults. The Gerontology
Minor at Winthrop University offers students a solid background in gerontology and
an understanding of the issues that affect the older adult population. The program
offers a variety of courses in sociology, psychology, contemporary health problems,
housing and home planning for elders.
