B.S. in Human Services - Gerontology
The Bachelor of Science in Human Services program is designed to prepare you with the knowledge and skills to pursue a rewarding career in a wide variety of helping professions.* Students are taught to develop their talents, assess clients' needs, identify community resources, and problem solve and advocate for their client-all with the goal of making a difference in the life of those unable to help themselves.
Focus on the physical, mental, and psychosocial development of humans during the aging process. This emphasis area supports students with an interest in working directly with the growing aging population and as advocates for seniors in our society. The courses are designed to prepare graduates to work with the change process of aging and address how the aging population impacts social policy and program delivery.
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all. Additional training or certification may be required.
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Kaplan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
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