Gerontology
The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) Gerontology faculty provides students with in-depth knowledge about the aging process, the skills needed to work with older adults and the ability to comprehend the psychological, social, economic and health issues that older adults face.
Our program prepares students for direct service occupations in the care of seniors. The program also explores the normal processes of aging and related social, legal, and economic issues.
A certificate in Gerontology from WCCCD prepares you for work in/as:
- Case management
- Counseling
- Program Administration
- The social and human service assistant
What’s the Job Outlook for Social and Human Service Assistants?
Employment of social and human service assistants is projected to grow 13 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations.
What’s Required to Complete the Gerontology Program?
A certificate in Gerontology from WCCCD requires 31 credits to complete.
As a Gerontology student at WCCCD, you’ll take courses required for a gerontology major.
Some students matriculate to other related majors to complete their degree and then transfer to a four-year college or university after earning their AAS. If that’s your goal, you might choose specific courses. Talk with your advisor about a personalized plan that meets your goals.
How Long Does it Take to Earn a Gerontology Certificate?
Most Gerontology students take three semesters (1.5 years) to complete the required courses for the certificate.
What Will I Learn as a Gerontology Student?
WCCCD Gerontology students will learn to sharpen their communication and critical thinking skills and graduate prepared to find and master a rewarding career working in the aging field. Courses cover a wide range of topics, including computer applications, health and physical processes of aging, and case documentation.
Recommended course sequence:
Where is WCCCD’s Gerontology Program Offered?
The Gerontology program is offered at our Northwest Campus. The campus also offers classes for other people-focused certificates and degrees.
As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
Educational Affairs Contact Information
Phone: 313-496-2600
Email: edaffairs@wcccd.edu
