Overview

Concordia University of Chicago's Gerontology MA program is a beacon of excellence, shaping future professionals dedicated to promoting the well-being of older adults. The curriculum covers core areas such as aging policy, healthcare management, and psychosocial aspects of aging. Through experiential learning opportunities, fieldwork, and engagement with current trends in gerontology, students gain practical insights and advanced knowledge relevant to addressing the unique challenges faced by older individuals. Graduates emerge ready to contribute to enhancing the quality of life for older adults and shaping policies that support an aging population.

Key Features

Comprehensive Curriculum: Integration of aging theories, healthcare perspectives, and practical applications.
Aging Policy and Healthcare Management: Mastery of fundamental concepts in gerontology.
Experiential Learning: Opportunities for hands-on experiences in geriatric care and community-based services.
Psychosocial Aspects of Aging: Development of skills for understanding the social and psychological dimensions of aging.
Engagement with Current Trends in Gerontology: Awareness of and adaptation to emerging practices in the field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aging Policy and Advocacy
Healthcare Management in Aging
Psychosocial Aspects of Aging
Long-Term Care Administration
Gerontology Field Experience

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

River Forest, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

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General requirements

Completed Concordia University Chicago Admission Application.
Completed Objective Statement outlining future educational and professional goals.
Proof of English Proficiency.
Official, sealed transcripts from institutions of earned degrees with certified English translations.
Foreign transcripts evaluated by a Concordia-approved international credentialing service (WES or ECE).
Certified document of financial support for the first year and subsequent years.
Two letters of recommendation addressing academic proficiency and professional competence.
Undergraduate degree in a related field.
Prerequisite coursework in gerontology, social work, or a related discipline.
Professional resume.

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17250 USD / year

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17250 USD / year

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17250 USD / year

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