Human Services Technology/Gerontology
Curriculum Description
The Human Services Technology/Gerontology concentration prepares students to specialize in direct service delivery work to older adults and their families. The curriculum provides both theoretical and applied models for understanding issues of aging.
Course work includes physical, psychological and social aspects of the aging process as well as health, wellness, nutrition, diet, exercise and well-being. Fieldwork experiences provide opportunities to work in a variety of public and private agencies.
Graduates should qualify for employment in nursing and rest homes, specialized adult care services, respite services, and other programs servicing older adults and their families. Graduates choosing to continue their education may select a variety of programs at senior institutions.
The following represents one way in which the diploma can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Diploma
D4538B
NC CIP: 19.0702
Day and Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2016
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| GRO 120 | Gerontology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| HSE 110 | Intro to Human Services | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| HSE 123 | Interviewing Techniques | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 150 | General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 13 | 4 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSE 125 | Counseling | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| GRO 230 | Health, Wellness & Nutrit | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| GRO 240 | Gerontology Care Managing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 8 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRO 220 | Psy/Soc Aspects of Aging | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | HSE Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| Total: | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM 120 | Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| HSE 251 | Activities Planning | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| SOC 210 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 8 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
Total Credit Hours: 40
Additional Information
HSE Elective – Select one: GRO 150, SAB 110, SAB 130
**Hours vary depending on course selection.
D4538B