Did you know that by 2035, older people — age 65 and above — will outnumber children under the age of 18 for the first time in American history?
Now more than ever, the demand for professionals with expertise in aging is growing rapidly. According to HealthGrad.com, the job outlook for those with a gerontology specialization is very good.
The UNC Wilmington College of Health and Human Services offers two graduate-level gerontology programs, a Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Gerontology and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Gerontology. These programs are flexible for working professionals, offering on campus classes late in the day, as well as online courses.
Program graduates can work as advocates, direct service providers, educators/trainers, administrators, marketers and product developers, program planners, evaluators, researchers and more. With our rapidly aging population, gerontology knowledge can be a valuable supplement to those in almost any field. Some students wish to improve their job skills at their current positions, while others are seeking new careers. Employment opportunities include a variety of settings, such as:
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