Master of/Master of Arts in Psychology major in Gerontology

The Master of/Master of Arts in Psychology major in Gerontology Graduate Program offers thesis and non-thesis masteral-level degrees with concentration in Gerontology. These programs emphasize on the study of aging and the provision of services to help older adults effectively deal with stressors common in later life. Stressors such as loss of loved ones, relocation, medical conditions, care-giving demands, change in employment status, and poverty all significantly affect the health and independence of older adults. Specialists in Gerontology address these and other issues through research and services covering family relationships, memory, sexuality, health promotion, and community-based initiatives.

• Master of Arts in Psychology, major in Developmental Psychology (thesis)
  A thesis culminates the students’ academic learning experience. It provides the student with the means to display mastery of research skills in contributing to knowledge in Psychology. The thesis will reflect the ability to conduct research and write the research report in a scholarly manner worthy of publication.
• Master of Psychology, major in Developmental Psychology (non-thesis)
  A practice-based capstone project culminates the student’s academic learning experience. It provides the student with an opportunity to exhibit the knowledge and skills obtained during the course of the graduate study. The project indicates the student’s acquisition of learning.

At the end of the program, graduates may pursue a career as Human Development Specialists specific to the elderly, and engage in assessment and evaluation, therapy and program development, research, and assessment.