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Master of
Science in Nursing Certificate Program - Gerontology
La Salle University’s Gerontology (GERO) Certificate Program
prepares registered nurses and other health care professionals for
informed comprehensive care of elders via didactic and clinical
instruction in the social, interpersonal, psychological, physical,
physiological, spiritual, and functional issues of aging.
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The School of Nursing offers a 10-credit certificate
program in gerontology that is open to applicants of all care-giving
professions and occupations. |
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All but one of the courses may be taken for either undergraduate
or graduate credit. |
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In addition to earning a certificate in gerontology, registered
and licensed practical nurses who complete courses may apply
them to the La Salle University School of Nursing RN-BSN
or MSN programs. |
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The certificate program allows RN-BSN students
to focus their studies on older adults. |
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Other students who complete courses may earn a certificate
in gerontology. Since the courses carry university credit, they
may apply the courses toward undergraduate or graduate degrees
in any field. |
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The School of Nursing has significant faculty expertise in
gerontology and urban health care. |
Standards for Admission
For the Pre-Baccalaureate Certificate:
- The Application for Admission to the Certificate Program
in Gerontology.
- Associate’s degree in any discipline OR a diploma in nursing
OR current enrollment in a baccalaureate program in any field.
- A minimum college GPA of 3.0
- Work experience with older adults preferred.
- Two professional references (preferably one academic and one
work-related).
- A statement of philosophy.
For the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate:
- The Application for Admission to the Certificate Program
in Gerontology.
- A bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 earned at the baccalaureate level.
- Minimum of one-year work experience with older adults.
- Two professional references (preferably one academic and one
work-related).
- A statement of philosophy.
Please note: Interested students who do not meet the stated criteria
and who are in special circumstances are encouraged to speak to
the program director.
| Learning Goals of the Program |
| Students who complete the program will
be able to: |
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Determine the impact of social, interpersonal,
psychological, physical, physiological, spiritual, and functional
changes on elders and caregivers; |
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Critique gerontological research studies; |
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Apply gerontology research and expert practice knowledge to
the care of vulnerable, aged people; |
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Evaluate policies and laws that influence services provided
to the aged; |
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Analyze community-based resources for elders and caregivers; |
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Advocate for the well being of older persons requiring health
care and human services. |
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| Required Core Courses and Course Credits
(CARITAS) |
| Course Number |
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Credits |
Program |
| GERO 410/510 |
Caring for the Elderly: Theories, Practice, and Social Policy |
3 Credits |
Gerontology |
| GERO 422/522 |
Theories, Principles, and Assessment in
Biological, Psychological, and Pathophysiological Aging |
3 Credits |
Gerontology |
| GERO 591 |
Geriatric Psychopharmacology |
1 Credit |
Gerontology |
| GERO 480/580 |
Final Practicum – Field Study in Gerontology |
3 Credits |
Gerontology |
Please click on this Course
Descriptions link for a full description of these courses.
 Janice Beitz, Ph.D., R.N., C.S. CNOR, CWOCN, CRNP
Professor
Coordinator of WOCNEP
La Salle University
1900 West Olney Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141 USA
Phone (215) 951-1430, 1120
e-mail: beitz@lasalle.edu |
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