The graduate Certificate program in Gerontology Social Work is a practice-focused course of study that prepares graduate social work students and professional practitioners who already have graduate degrees to work in a variety of aging-relates settings. The field of Gerontology Social Work is multi-disciplinary, drawing on the best science and practice applications from a number of areas including biology, sociology, social work, health, and economics to meet the needs of the rapidly aging population. The field of Gerontology Social Work teaches students how to apply evidence-based practice to increase understanding of the aging process and the lives of older adults. 

The certificate provides the latest evidence-based methodologies on assessing the needs and challenges of community dwelling older adults as well as on elders living in long-term care settings.  Adding the gerontology social work certificate to existing educational and work experiences is likely to enhance an individual's career opportunities and options. 

Applicants must meet the admissions standards of Marshall University's graduate admissions and the M.S.W. program in the department of Social Work.  Eligibility for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Gerontology Social Work is limited to those holding a graduate degree from an accredited educational institution or actively pursuing a graduate degree at Marshall University. 

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
SOC 640	Problems Aging Society	3
SWK 660	Social Gerontology	3
SWK 653	Adv Field Practicum	3
SWK 700	Aging and End of Life Issues	3
CULS 610	Seminar in Appalachian Culture	3
Select one from the following:		3
CULS 611	Appal Std: Themes & Voices
CULS 612	Time & Place in Appalachia
Total Credit Hours		18