Aging, MS
ASU Health - 1 year, Adult, Aging advocacy, Development, Geriatric, Gerontologist, Gerontology, Lifespan, Long-term Care, OLDER, aging
Become an expert in the field of aging, and make a tangible difference in the lives of a rapidly growing and diverse population. You'll be prepared to promote a healthier, more vibrant future for older adults.
Aligned with the Arizona State University charter and design aspirations, the flexible online Master of Science program in aging assumes responsibility for the overall health of communities by educating you to become an expert in the field of aging. This graduate program emphasizes theory and research to understand the unique opportunities and challenges of the aging population. After completing this program, you may apply for credentialing as a gerontologist through the National Association for Professional Gerontologists.
By fusing intellectual disciplines and socially embedding partners in the network of aging health, wellness and social services, as well as entrepreneurs developing senior-related business ventures, this program is uniquely positioned to address the varied needs of this rapidly growing population. The program provides you with advanced interdisciplinary knowledge that focuses on improving the well-being of diverse older adults within the context of their families and communities.
The curriculum of the MS in aging is competency-based and designed in accordance with the Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education competencies for graduate education. It addresses the multidimensional aging process and the needs of aging populations and their potential contributions to society; reflects national health initiatives; and encourages interdisciplinary and community collaborations that are reciprocal, beneficial and sustainable to improve health outcomes of older adults.
- College/school:
Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation
- Location: Downtown Phoenix or Online
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
This video provides an overview of the Aging, MS degree program at ASU.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
30 credit hours including the required applied project course (HCA 593)
Required Core (15 credit hours) Restricted Electives (6 credit hours) Electives (6 credit hours) Culminating Experience (3 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information For restricted electives, students select two courses from the list.
HCA 501 Perspectives on Aging and the Life Course (3)
HCA 502 Research and Program Evaluation Issues in Aging (3)
HCA 503 Diversity in Aging (3)
HCA 505 Interdisciplinary and Community Collaboration in Aging (3)
HCA 508 Mental Health Assessment and Intervention (3)
HCA 504 Caregiving Issues for Families and Professionals (3)
HCA 507 Care Coordination Across the Continuum of Care (3)
HCA 510 Innovations in Program Development and Policy (3)
HCA 593 Applied Project (3)
The program requires six credit hours of electives to support academic and professional interests. Students should consult with their advisor for the current approved elective list. Other courses may be used with approval of the academic unit.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S.
applicants | International
applicants | English
proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants are required to submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- professional resume
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Examine human development and the aging process using gerontological frameworks
- Discriminate between normal biological aging changes and acute and chronic conditions.
- Evaluate relevant resources and scientific methods to assess programs and potential outcomes for aging individuals and their families.
Graduates have the knowledge, training and insight to provide relevant information for the aging population in a wide variety of settings. The broad base of comprehension and expertise enables graduates to effectively participate and lead within the aging community.
Career examples include:
- advocate
- consultant
- entrepreneur
- expert witness
- facilities director
- lecturer
- program manager
- research coordinator
ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.
Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation
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HLTHN 301
msaging@asu.edu
602-496-0937
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.
