SOC 340 - Aging and Retirement

Institution:

Meredith College

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Description:

(Fall, Even-Numbered Years) As the elderly population increases what challenges do these individuals face and what impact will they have on society Students in this course will examine the physical, psychological and sociological dimensions of the aging process in order to gain insight on these questions. Topics include retirement, poverty and old age, Social Security and Medicare debates, long term care and end of life decisions, and issues related to the growing elderly population in the United States. Prerequisite: At least 3 credit hours in 200-level SOC.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.meredith.edu

Phone Number:

(919) 760-8600

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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