Gerontology Answers
Gerontology Certificate?
Q. where could i work with a gerontology certificate? And what kind of pay could i expect?
Asked by Pab's - Sat Nov 28 19:34:34 2009 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
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Answered by DrIG - Wed Dec 2 09:43:51 2009
Q. where could i work with a gerontology certificate? And what kind of pay could i expect?
Asked by Pab's - Sat Nov 28 19:34:34 2009 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. Information is below.
Answered by DrIG - Wed Dec 2 09:43:51 2009
Gerontology or Sociology with Aging Studies Certificate?
Q. I am getting my bachelor's in anthropology and I was thinking about getting my master's in sociology and getting a certificate in aging studies. Should I do that or should I get my master's in gerontology? What would be the main difference? Also, any suggestions on jobs??? Thanks...
Asked by student - Thu Sep 20 22:23:45 2007 - Sociology - 2 Answers - Comments
A. better to do M SOCI as its wider. job wise both r ok . which country-if in europe, japan, singapore - its much needed as aging pop is dramatic. in usa, not so as pop is still growing but aging among whites is becoming a problem. even corprns r willing to hire as your mental outlook is very wide and sutiable for HR
Answered by worldisone - Mon Sep 24 06:19:10 2007
Q. I am getting my bachelor's in anthropology and I was thinking about getting my master's in sociology and getting a certificate in aging studies. Should I do that or should I get my master's in gerontology? What would be the main difference? Also, any suggestions on jobs??? Thanks...
Asked by student - Thu Sep 20 22:23:45 2007 - Sociology - 2 Answers - Comments
A. better to do M SOCI as its wider. job wise both r ok . which country-if in europe, japan, singapore - its much needed as aging pop is dramatic. in usa, not so as pop is still growing but aging among whites is becoming a problem. even corprns r willing to hire as your mental outlook is very wide and sutiable for HR
Answered by worldisone - Mon Sep 24 06:19:10 2007
I am looking to go back to school and undecided between a social work degree and gerontology, I live in FL.?
Q. love to work around people and have an AS in computer sciences. A lot of experience in office management. Will appreciate all teh opinions and feedback. Thanks
Asked by Claudia C - Mon Jun 2 17:12:29 2008 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. You would be MUCH better off with a degree in social work and to minor in gerontology (do all your internships in gerontological settings. A degree in social work (BSW - but eventually MSW) will give you MANY more options. DA
Answered by Dr_Adventure - Mon Jun 2 21:48:05 2008
Q. love to work around people and have an AS in computer sciences. A lot of experience in office management. Will appreciate all teh opinions and feedback. Thanks
Asked by Claudia C - Mon Jun 2 17:12:29 2008 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. You would be MUCH better off with a degree in social work and to minor in gerontology (do all your internships in gerontological settings. A degree in social work (BSW - but eventually MSW) will give you MANY more options. DA
Answered by Dr_Adventure - Mon Jun 2 21:48:05 2008
I need to find a school for gerontology in London summer 2007.?
Q. Short course 4 - 6 months or 1 year certificate programme full time.
Asked by snoopy - Fri Mar 9 20:00:16 2007 - Other - Education - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Check my yahoo search for a gerontology school: Good luck!
Answered by JUPITER - Fri Mar 9 20:08:46 2007
Q. Short course 4 - 6 months or 1 year certificate programme full time.
Asked by snoopy - Fri Mar 9 20:00:16 2007 - Other - Education - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Check my yahoo search for a gerontology school: Good luck!
Answered by JUPITER - Fri Mar 9 20:08:46 2007
Is a BA in gerontology an alright investment?
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Asked by hot4jwg - Sun Feb 28 21:02:03 2010 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. Yes - you will be old one day. More to the point - As the baby boomers move into their senior years, there will be an increasing need for elder care. You will be working longer than they are alive; however, there will still be a need to care for the aged. It is very difficult to predict whether opportunities in any field will remain stable, so you may want to consider general training in a relevant field - nursing, social work - before specializing in gerontology.
Answered by mr_fartson - Sun Feb 28 21:08:36 2010
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Asked by hot4jwg - Sun Feb 28 21:02:03 2010 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. Yes - you will be old one day. More to the point - As the baby boomers move into their senior years, there will be an increasing need for elder care. You will be working longer than they are alive; however, there will still be a need to care for the aged. It is very difficult to predict whether opportunities in any field will remain stable, so you may want to consider general training in a relevant field - nursing, social work - before specializing in gerontology.
Answered by mr_fartson - Sun Feb 28 21:08:36 2010
According to the research of gerontology why do we grow old?
Q. how come our cells stop renewing is there a way to stop it.
Asked by god0fgod - Thu Nov 16 08:06:20 2006 - Biology - 2 Answers - Comments
A. As the time goes by our cells decay and we loose them, some of them cells are never replaced and the process of aging starts to cave in, the skin begin to wrinkle and our organs start to slow down functions..
Answered by cyberdroid_2000 - Thu Nov 16 08:27:42 2006
Q. how come our cells stop renewing is there a way to stop it.
Asked by god0fgod - Thu Nov 16 08:06:20 2006 - Biology - 2 Answers - Comments
A. As the time goes by our cells decay and we loose them, some of them cells are never replaced and the process of aging starts to cave in, the skin begin to wrinkle and our organs start to slow down functions..
Answered by cyberdroid_2000 - Thu Nov 16 08:27:42 2006
Psychology degree and gerontology?
Q. What types of jobs are available to a person who has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a concentration in gerontology (the study of aging)? I am in school right now and my major is Business but I am starting to have second thoughts. I was discussing my past jobs with my grandmother (all except 1 have been in retail) and she asked me if I was going to like sitting behind a desk all day with a degree in business. That got me thinking, and I don't really think I would be happy with that. Of all the jobs I have ever had, my favorite was working as an Activity Assistant in a Nursing Home. I only did that for 3 months because the Nursing Home closed, but I really enjoyed it. I like working with elderly people. Are there many jobs available… [cont.]
Asked by NJ - Mon Oct 23 16:25:07 2006 - Psychology - 4 Answers - Comments
A. Only you know if you can be interested enough in business to keep studying it and work in that area, but "being behind a desk all day" isn't reason not to. If you've only worked in retail you don't realize that people with "desk jobs" or "office jobs" are not always stuck behind a desk all day, but even when they do spend a lot of time in an office at a desk it isn't such a bad thing at all! People with business-related jobs often travel (one-day, many days), meet with all kinds of people, take additional courses, and do any number of other things that make working in an office very pleasant. It just depends on the job, the potential that job offers, and your own ability to make the most of career plans and… [cont.]
Answered by WhiteLilac1 - Mon Oct 23 16:43:40 2006
Q. What types of jobs are available to a person who has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a concentration in gerontology (the study of aging)? I am in school right now and my major is Business but I am starting to have second thoughts. I was discussing my past jobs with my grandmother (all except 1 have been in retail) and she asked me if I was going to like sitting behind a desk all day with a degree in business. That got me thinking, and I don't really think I would be happy with that. Of all the jobs I have ever had, my favorite was working as an Activity Assistant in a Nursing Home. I only did that for 3 months because the Nursing Home closed, but I really enjoyed it. I like working with elderly people. Are there many jobs available… [cont.]
Asked by NJ - Mon Oct 23 16:25:07 2006 - Psychology - 4 Answers - Comments
A. Only you know if you can be interested enough in business to keep studying it and work in that area, but "being behind a desk all day" isn't reason not to. If you've only worked in retail you don't realize that people with "desk jobs" or "office jobs" are not always stuck behind a desk all day, but even when they do spend a lot of time in an office at a desk it isn't such a bad thing at all! People with business-related jobs often travel (one-day, many days), meet with all kinds of people, take additional courses, and do any number of other things that make working in an office very pleasant. It just depends on the job, the potential that job offers, and your own ability to make the most of career plans and… [cont.]
Answered by WhiteLilac1 - Mon Oct 23 16:43:40 2006
Many gerontology specialists believe that people with a positive attitude live longer. How could this ?
Q. possibly be true? Don t people die of physical causes
Asked by jorge L - Fri Oct 3 18:03:31 2008 - Psychology - 3 Answers - Comments
A. It suggests that stress has a greater impact on our physical health than we give it credit for. High blood pressure, ulcers, lack of sleep, etc. are all exacerbated by stress. If people with more positive attitudes experience less stress, perhaps it allows them to avoid these negative effects.
Answered by RockDaddy - Fri Oct 3 18:07:59 2008
Q. possibly be true? Don t people die of physical causes
Asked by jorge L - Fri Oct 3 18:03:31 2008 - Psychology - 3 Answers - Comments
A. It suggests that stress has a greater impact on our physical health than we give it credit for. High blood pressure, ulcers, lack of sleep, etc. are all exacerbated by stress. If people with more positive attitudes experience less stress, perhaps it allows them to avoid these negative effects.
Answered by RockDaddy - Fri Oct 3 18:07:59 2008
Will i get to study medicine if i complete a masters in Gerontology? i never studied sciences at A level.?
Q. my first degree is in social sciences and i'm an international student.
Asked by sharon - Thu Jul 2 11:31:18 2009 - Medicine - 1 Answers - Comments
A. I don't want to discourage you but be warned: you would have a long hard time ahead of you. The basic sciences are really important for you, so that you can make sense of the biochemistry and physiology which themselves are basic for the further study of medicine.
Answered by Peter H - Thu Jul 2 16:58:38 2009
Q. my first degree is in social sciences and i'm an international student.
Asked by sharon - Thu Jul 2 11:31:18 2009 - Medicine - 1 Answers - Comments
A. I don't want to discourage you but be warned: you would have a long hard time ahead of you. The basic sciences are really important for you, so that you can make sense of the biochemistry and physiology which themselves are basic for the further study of medicine.
Answered by Peter H - Thu Jul 2 16:58:38 2009
How would I go about becoming a biology professor in a specific branch?
Q. I know the steps in becoming a professor but for the specific branch of biology would I need to obtain an undergraduate in biology and then get a graduate degree in the specific branch of biology? For example, if I wanted to teach gerontology would I get an undergrad in biology and grad in gerontology or would I do gerontology all the way?
Asked by Kaitlyn - Thu Jul 8 21:23:14 2010 - Teaching - 2 Answers - Comments
A. I'm not particularly aware of gerontology as a "branch of biology" (my sister has a master's degree in gerontology and both a bachelor's and doctorate in psychology), but usually your doctorate would be in a broader field, with your dissertation focused on the specific research topic of your interest. There is an advantage to having your doctoral degree in a broader subject matter, because there are usually a limited number of positions available in a specific branch, but you may be able to get one in the broader field. For example, my doctorate is in marketing. My specific branch of marketing is consumer behavior, but that refers primarily to my research interests, not to what I am able to teach. While I have taught consumer… [cont.]
Answered by neniaf - Thu Jul 8 21:34:07 2010
Q. I know the steps in becoming a professor but for the specific branch of biology would I need to obtain an undergraduate in biology and then get a graduate degree in the specific branch of biology? For example, if I wanted to teach gerontology would I get an undergrad in biology and grad in gerontology or would I do gerontology all the way?
Asked by Kaitlyn - Thu Jul 8 21:23:14 2010 - Teaching - 2 Answers - Comments
A. I'm not particularly aware of gerontology as a "branch of biology" (my sister has a master's degree in gerontology and both a bachelor's and doctorate in psychology), but usually your doctorate would be in a broader field, with your dissertation focused on the specific research topic of your interest. There is an advantage to having your doctoral degree in a broader subject matter, because there are usually a limited number of positions available in a specific branch, but you may be able to get one in the broader field. For example, my doctorate is in marketing. My specific branch of marketing is consumer behavior, but that refers primarily to my research interests, not to what I am able to teach. While I have taught consumer… [cont.]
Answered by neniaf - Thu Jul 8 21:34:07 2010
Which colleges have programs in biogerontology or biomedical gerontology?
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Asked by delta2150 - Sun Dec 3 14:53:06 2006 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. go to ask.com
Answered by calilove143 - Sun Dec 3 14:55:43 2006
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Asked by delta2150 - Sun Dec 3 14:53:06 2006 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. go to ask.com
Answered by calilove143 - Sun Dec 3 14:55:43 2006
what kind of jobs can i work with a degree in gerontology and minor in psychology?
Q. what kind of jobs can you do with a degree in gerontology and minor in psychology? this is my last year in college and i am trying to determine what is it i really can do with my degree.. so that i can see what i have to choose from.
Asked by T - Wed Jul 27 16:26:57 2011 - Other - Careers & Employment - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Any job really - most graduates get a job that is totally unrelated to their degree. Management will be interested in other skills that you have learnt during your degree like time management, workload management, research and marketing skills.
Answered by gab - Wed Jul 27 16:43:05 2011
Q. what kind of jobs can you do with a degree in gerontology and minor in psychology? this is my last year in college and i am trying to determine what is it i really can do with my degree.. so that i can see what i have to choose from.
Asked by T - Wed Jul 27 16:26:57 2011 - Other - Careers & Employment - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Any job really - most graduates get a job that is totally unrelated to their degree. Management will be interested in other skills that you have learnt during your degree like time management, workload management, research and marketing skills.
Answered by gab - Wed Jul 27 16:43:05 2011
What Colleges have a Gerontology/sociology program that does not require the GRE?
Q. I am looking for graduate schools to go to, to obtain my masters degree!
Asked by babidoll326 - Mon Jun 29 12:17:25 2009 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. I believe UCCS (University of Colorado at Colorado Springs) does. Look on their website. I speak whenever requested at this college in the gerontology class, but not actually sure what the requirements are. If you are older and going back to school, you don't need the GRE anyway. good luck
Answered by Koneko - Mon Jun 29 12:27:26 2009
Q. I am looking for graduate schools to go to, to obtain my masters degree!
Asked by babidoll326 - Mon Jun 29 12:17:25 2009 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. I believe UCCS (University of Colorado at Colorado Springs) does. Look on their website. I speak whenever requested at this college in the gerontology class, but not actually sure what the requirements are. If you are older and going back to school, you don't need the GRE anyway. good luck
Answered by Koneko - Mon Jun 29 12:27:26 2009
what is the minimum hours requirement for gerontology course for registered nurse program ?
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Asked by amrig - Wed Apr 20 12:34:00 2011 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
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Asked by amrig - Wed Apr 20 12:34:00 2011 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
What kind of jobs can you do with a degree in gerontology?
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Asked by corianne2003 - Thu Jun 29 23:56:43 2006 - Higher Education (University +) - 4 Answers - Comments
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Answered by jd - Fri Jun 30 00:01:22 2006
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Asked by corianne2003 - Thu Jun 29 23:56:43 2006 - Higher Education (University +) - 4 Answers - Comments
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Answered by jd - Fri Jun 30 00:01:22 2006
Associate of Science in Nursing or Bachelor's in Gerontology?
Q. Well I'm still debating whether or not to attend a public university or private college but if I attend the private college (I'm leaning more towards this one) should I get into the nursing program? They DON'T have a regular BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) degree program. I've always wanted to be something in the medical field at first it was a Psych. (But I found out the job outlook in my state was super low) then a nurse and now I want to become a Physician Assistant. You have to have a baccalaureate-level degree to get into the program at the private college. Should I go for 4 years to obtain a Bachelor's in Gerontology then move on to the Master's of Science in Physician Assistant studies or get my ASN (associate of science in… [cont.]
Asked by Powerpuff [thinks ur cute] - Mon Aug 4 00:00:49 2008 - Health Care - 1 Answers - 1 Comments
A. General career info: and can search 'registered nurses', 'physician assistants' or such. If really wanting to go into nursing, my instincts would say to go for the associate's in nursing so that perhaps one can make some money and possibly get tuition reimbursement from the facility that one is employed. If nursing tasks are really of no interest but instead PA tasks, obtaining a bachelor's in gerontology may be more conducive to your interests and goals. One must have a passion for what they do each day and week for so many months or years :) I would talk with the student advisor that offers both programs at a school to guide in one's decision. Please steer clear of those online, for-profit schools such as penn foster, capella, strayer,… [cont.]
Answered by jannsody - Mon Aug 4 16:07:39 2008
Q. Well I'm still debating whether or not to attend a public university or private college but if I attend the private college (I'm leaning more towards this one) should I get into the nursing program? They DON'T have a regular BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) degree program. I've always wanted to be something in the medical field at first it was a Psych. (But I found out the job outlook in my state was super low) then a nurse and now I want to become a Physician Assistant. You have to have a baccalaureate-level degree to get into the program at the private college. Should I go for 4 years to obtain a Bachelor's in Gerontology then move on to the Master's of Science in Physician Assistant studies or get my ASN (associate of science in… [cont.]
Asked by Powerpuff [thinks ur cute] - Mon Aug 4 00:00:49 2008 - Health Care - 1 Answers - 1 Comments
A. General career info: and can search 'registered nurses', 'physician assistants' or such. If really wanting to go into nursing, my instincts would say to go for the associate's in nursing so that perhaps one can make some money and possibly get tuition reimbursement from the facility that one is employed. If nursing tasks are really of no interest but instead PA tasks, obtaining a bachelor's in gerontology may be more conducive to your interests and goals. One must have a passion for what they do each day and week for so many months or years :) I would talk with the student advisor that offers both programs at a school to guide in one's decision. Please steer clear of those online, for-profit schools such as penn foster, capella, strayer,… [cont.]
Answered by jannsody - Mon Aug 4 16:07:39 2008
What type of careers can I get with a bachelors degree in gerontology?
Q. Im doing some research to find out what types of jobs are out here in this field of study.
Asked by sojo - Tue Oct 5 14:48:36 2010 - Other - Careers & Employment - 1 Answers - Comments
A. It sounds like you might be able to work in Nursing Home administration. We have an aging population in the US so there will be lots of work in that field. You might also do well at a community center that has programs for the aged/aging. Working with the elder can be very rewarding. Good luck!
Answered by That Girl - Tue Oct 5 15:13:44 2010
Q. Im doing some research to find out what types of jobs are out here in this field of study.
Asked by sojo - Tue Oct 5 14:48:36 2010 - Other - Careers & Employment - 1 Answers - Comments
A. It sounds like you might be able to work in Nursing Home administration. We have an aging population in the US so there will be lots of work in that field. You might also do well at a community center that has programs for the aged/aging. Working with the elder can be very rewarding. Good luck!
Answered by That Girl - Tue Oct 5 15:13:44 2010
Where to obtain a masters in gerontology?
Q. I am receiving my bachelors in social work at the end of this year. Does anyone know what would be a good school to go to, to obtain a masters degree in social work/concentration in gerontology if possible? Also I am looking for somewhere that doesn't require a GRE. I looked at UB but didn't see gerontology as a specific concentration.
Asked by Jess H - Tue Oct 20 20:57:56 2009 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. A simple google search will bring up a bunch of MWS programs with gerentology focuses: fyi- Lots of schools have the abbreviation UB, abbreviations aren't good for international forums like this one, unless they are obvious ones like the SATs or an MSW degree.
Answered by Kate - Tue Oct 20 21:21:34 2009
Q. I am receiving my bachelors in social work at the end of this year. Does anyone know what would be a good school to go to, to obtain a masters degree in social work/concentration in gerontology if possible? Also I am looking for somewhere that doesn't require a GRE. I looked at UB but didn't see gerontology as a specific concentration.
Asked by Jess H - Tue Oct 20 20:57:56 2009 - Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - Comments
A. A simple google search will bring up a bunch of MWS programs with gerentology focuses: fyi- Lots of schools have the abbreviation UB, abbreviations aren't good for international forums like this one, unless they are obvious ones like the SATs or an MSW degree.
Answered by Kate - Tue Oct 20 21:21:34 2009
Sociology and Gerontology?
Q. My major is Sociology and mino in gerontology (not to be confused with geriatrics). I would want to switch to social worker major at some point to have job opportunities at healthcare communities or the Dept of human and health services. But for now I will receive a B.A. in sociology and minor in gerontology. What sort of jobs are vital in working in these fields? How much of a difference is there in a job between a sociologist who wants to work at social services even from a social worker??? Help appreciated. Thanks!
Asked by Meliss - Wed Mar 25 13:20:36 2009 - Health Care - 1 Answers - Comments
A. In these troubled times even a degree is no guarantee of a excellent job. Try earning your income from Google - I do, it is great. There is a trial with no strings attached here
Answered by - Wed Mar 25 13:26:24 2009
Q. My major is Sociology and mino in gerontology (not to be confused with geriatrics). I would want to switch to social worker major at some point to have job opportunities at healthcare communities or the Dept of human and health services. But for now I will receive a B.A. in sociology and minor in gerontology. What sort of jobs are vital in working in these fields? How much of a difference is there in a job between a sociologist who wants to work at social services even from a social worker??? Help appreciated. Thanks!
Asked by Meliss - Wed Mar 25 13:20:36 2009 - Health Care - 1 Answers - Comments
A. In these troubled times even a degree is no guarantee of a excellent job. Try earning your income from Google - I do, it is great. There is a trial with no strings attached here
Answered by - Wed Mar 25 13:26:24 2009
Average monthly income for a Gerontology nurse working 40 hours a week?
Q. I'm doing a school project and need to find this information out! Thank you very much! Canadian dollars please :)
Asked by Eva S - Thu Jan 22 00:30:20 2009 - Health Care - 1 Answers - Comments
Q. I'm doing a school project and need to find this information out! Thank you very much! Canadian dollars please :)
Asked by Eva S - Thu Jan 22 00:30:20 2009 - Health Care - 1 Answers - Comments
From Yahoo Answer Search: 'gerontology'
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