Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly known as GERO C121. A multidisciplinary overview of the biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of the aging process. This course is identical to SOC C120. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly known as GERO C122. This course will explore normal versus abnormal changes in aging and the human ability to adapt. Each body system will be reviewed, focusing on how age changes relate to the development of disorders and diseases in later life. Methods of assisting older persons in adapting to acute and chronic illnesses and in health promotion and maintenance will be discussed. This course is identical to BIOL C120. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GERO C131. This course content is specifically targeted to students who are interested in understanding the non-medical in-home care industry and/or in operating an in-home care business. Provides in-depth information about the applicable California regulations that apply as well as the real-life challenges of operating an in-home care business. Graded or Pass/No Pass.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GERO C170. This course investigates the lifespan of adults - career choices and changes, marriage, relationships, family issues, aging parents, and retirement. Students will address opportunities and challenges for retirees and the elderly to explore the potential for longer, healthier lives. This course is identical to PSYC C170. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GERO C120, GERO C220. This multidisciplinary course addresses current issues such as rationing health care based on age, elder care in families, social and financial projections on retirement, and how social institutions such as social security and Medicare meet the challenges of an aging population. Professional issues such as ethics, job burnout, and dealing with loss are also discussed. Emphasis is placed on meeting these needs in the local area with an investigation of community resources. This course is relevant to the older adult population and those working with this population. This course is identical to HSVC C220. Graded or Pass/No Pass.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GERO C223. Physical and emotional aspects of healthful living in the later years. Emphasis on the health changes that occur during the aging process, ways of coping with these changes, and preventative measures to maximize good health. This course is identical to HLTH C223. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GERO C225. This course is the study of special nutritional needs, physiology and health concerns throughout the principle stages of the life cycle - pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, older adulthood. This course is identical to FN C225. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GERO C130, GERO C230. Specifically targeted for students interested in working in the field of aging as an aide in adult daycare assisted living or residential care facilities, for homemaker agencies, or as caregivers for family members. Provides in-depth practical information on how to work with elderly clients who are frail due to advanced age or dementia. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GERO C240. A multicultural course that addresses how one's ethnic background impacts health care attitudes, the delivery of social services, caregiving expectations, and attitudes towards death and dying. Students completing this course will learn the importance of establishing culturally competent health care and social programs for ethnically diverse aging populations. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly GERO A273. This course focuses on career options in the field of gerontology. It bridges the gap between educational theory and on-the-job practices through a placement in the field of gerontology. Students must be employed or volunteer in the field of Gerontology a total of 60 hours during the semester. Up to 20 of these hours may be assigned to coursework related to volunteer/work experience tasks at the discretion of the instructor. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.