Gerontology GERO

GERO 101 Introduction to Aging

Units

3

Hours

Lecture 3 hours

Transfers to

CSU, UC

Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

This course introduces the interdisciplinary field of gerontology and the study of aging, with an emphasis on biology/physiology, psychology, and sociology. It emphasizes the impact of increased life expectancy and aging on individuals, families, and health-care providers and systems. Topics include factors linked to gender, race, ethnicity, and cultural diversity as well as changes and challenges for social and public services, public policy, and the politics of aging. Gerontology is a growing field with practical applications in health care, fitness and wellness, social work, and social services.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

GERO 130 Caregiving: Techniques for Working with the Frail Elderly

Units

3

Hours

Lecture 3 hours

Transfers to

CSU

Course Typically Offered: Spring odd years

This course provides practical and theoretical information on age-related physical and cognitive changes and how to work with the elderly who are frail due to advanced age and/or chronic illness. It explores cultural diversity and its affect on caregiving, health consequences of caregiving, and available community resources. This course is specifically designed for students interested in working in the field of aging or those who are caregivers for family members.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

GERO 250 Intergenerational Issues

Units

3

Hours

Lecture 3 hours

Transfers to

CSU, UC

Course Typically Offered: Fall

This course examines interpersonal relations between older adults and other age groups in the United States. It explores policies and related programs that impact intergenerational relationships and care-giving interactions. It highlights societal, cultural perspectives and issues and real-world outcomes.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

GERO 292 Internship Studies

Units

0.5-14

Corequisite

Complete 54 hours of work per unit, paid or unpaid

Transfers to

CSU

Enrollment Limitation: Instructor, dept chair, and Career Center approval. Fourteen unit maximum in any combination of work experience education and/or internship studies per semester.

Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer

This course provides students the opportunity to apply the theories and techniques of their discipline in an internship position in a professional setting under the instruction of a faculty-mentor and site supervisor. It introduces students to aspects of the roles and responsibilities of professionals employed in the field of study. Topics include goal-setting, employability skills development, and examination of the world of work as it relates to the student's career plans. Students must develop new learning objectives and/or work/intern at a new site upon each enrollment.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)