PSYC B8 - Introduction to Social Gerontology

Institution:

Bakersfield College

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Description:

An introduction to social gerontology. Students from a variety of disciplines who work with the elderly or who have a special interest in the aging process will benefit from this course. Topics include historical and cross-cultural perspectives on aging; theories of aging; the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging; current social and public policies; availability, delivery and use of services for the elderly; death, dying and bereavement and successful aging. Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6, English Level 5. Hours: 54 lect. Field trips may be required. CCS: Occupational Education. Transferable: CSU and private colleges. Note: not open to students who have taken either of the equivalent courses, GERO B8 or HMSV B8. BC GE D.1; CSU GE E.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bakersfieldcollege.edu/

Phone Number:

(661) 395-4011

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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