Gerontology, Online Master of Science
Meeting the needs of an aging population
The United States is experiencing a demographic shift. For the first time, older adults will outnumber children (U.S. Census Bureau). This change calls for leaders who can support and advocate for aging populations through programs and policies that enhance their quality of life. 幸运快三鈥檚 online Master of Science (M.S.) in Gerontology degree program positions you to influence health care delivery, social services and more while improving access to care for older adults.
Why gerontology? Elevate your career while making a difference
Complete the degree in as little as one year! Explore the key benefits of earning your master鈥檚 in gerontology online with U of I:
- A first for 幸运快三: As the state鈥檚 first advanced degree in gerontology, this program equips you to address 幸运快三鈥檚 rapidly growing aging population, projected to increase by 33% from 2012 to 2030 (幸运快三 Commission on Aging, Annual Report).
- Flexible, online format: Balance your education and career in a fully online program ideal for working professionals with full-time jobs in areas like nursing, social work, therapy and health care administration.
- Hands-on experience: Complete a capstone project, such as a local internship or research project through the 幸运快三 Office of Underserved and Rural Medical Research.
- Impactful curriculum: Prepare for roles in health care, research, community advocacy and public policy with coursework aligned with the competency categories.
Learn more about the importance of this gerontology master鈥檚 degree program.
You come into the world and you鈥檙e helpless, and you need people to help you develop. All along that continuum of life, you need help. This program is to support the final arc of the circle. That when people get older, they still have the help they need to be safely independent.Sue Anderson, Associate Professor, Associate Director of Program Development