Online Gerontology Degrees and Careers
As baby boomers age, there will be more opportunities in the field of gerontology -- care for the aging. Professionals who care for the elderly are often social workers who provide counseling to seniors and their families. Those who work in the health services gerontology field provide direct care-giving and medical attention to the elderly. Social service workers with a specialty in gerontology may run support groups for senior citizens and their families. They can also be involved in helping the aged with housing, transportation and long-term care.
There are several different avenues to pursue a gerontology degree. Today, more than 500 colleges and universities offer more than 1,000 gerontology degree programs. While you can get an associate's degree with a specialty in gerontology, most social service or health services careers require even entry-level employees to have at least a bachelor's degree in gerontology.
As the population of baby boomers age, employment opportunities for social workers--particularly those who specializing in caring for the aging population -- is expected to grow faster than the average (about 16 percent) over the upcoming decade according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Jobs prospects should be favorable, particularly in rural areas that need social workers. Wages for medical and public health social workers, in general, were $48,340 in 2009 according to BLS.
As the largest private university in North America, University of Phoenix has more than 200 locations, and is available online in most countries around the world. Whether you're seeking a college degree at an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral level, we can help you reach your academic goal—and sooner than you might think.- Master of Health in Admin - Gerontology
- M.S. in Nursing
- Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
- B.S. in Health Administration/Long Term Care
- A.A. in Health Care Administration
Advance your career and get the distinct competitive advantage you need with an online degree from Kaplan University. And do it without missing a day of work.- BS in Human Services - Gerontology
- MS in Nursing
- RN to MS in Nursing
- BS in Human Services
- BS in Human Services - Human Services Administration
You'll find Ashford University®, founded in 1918, is your ideal choice because its Associate's, Bachelor's and Master's programs are affordable, accelerated, and convenient. Transfer up to 99 approved credits toward your Bachelor's program.- BA/Gerontology
- BA/Health Care Administration - Long-Term Care Management
- BA/Health and Human Services - Long-Term Care Management
- BA/Social Science - Human Services
- BA/Health and Human Services
Give your career a boost with University of Saint Mary. We offer online degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels to help make your educational and professional goals a reality.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Keiser University eCampus Online offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni.- Nursing, MS
- Health Services Administration, AA (Online)
- Psychology, BA (Online)
- Medical Assisting, AS
Keiser University offers accredited degree programs in today's high-demand careers: Healthcare, Technology, Paralegal, Business, Nursing and Legal Studies.- Nursing, MS (Online)
- Psychology, PhD
At Western Governors University, your competence - the knowledge and skills you possess - is the ultimate focus of every degree program.- B.S. in Nursing
Don't Miss a Day of Your Future! Grand Canyon University is offering Bachelor and Master degrees through our College of Education, Ken Blanchard College of Business, College of Nursing & Health Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, and College of Entrepreneurship. Classes start soon!- M.S. in Nursing: Public Health
- M.S. in Nursing: Public Health (Bridge)
- M.S. in Nursing: Health Care Informatics
- M.S. in Nursing: Health Care Informatics (Bridge)
- BS Psychology
You can advance your career 24/7 with online education at Independence University, your proven partner with over 30 years of experience in delivering quality distance education right to our students. Our programs are designed to allow you to continue working and earning as you pursue your online degree.- BS - Nursing
- BS - Health Services Management
- MS in Health Services - Health Promotion program
- AS - Occupational Studies in Medical Specialties
Widely recognized as unique among colleges and universities, Berkeley College offers a proven approach to career education that provides students with a competitive edge and the skills sought by employers.- BS, Health Services Management
- AAS in Health Services Administration
- BBA in Health Services Management
