Masters degree in Gerontology

Learn more about the MS in Gerontology and what it can do for your career...

masters gerontology

According to a mid-year 2008 Census Bureau Report, in just over 30 years, the proportion of people 65 years and older relative to the overall world population will increase from 7% to 14%.

The need for mental health professionals working with the elderly has already begun to skyrocket and will continue to do so at a rapid pace over the next three decades. In addition, as more is understood regarding mental health problems and their solutions, the rate at which the aging population seeks the help of gerontology professionals will also increase.

Masters programs in Gerontology are preparing students with the skills and knowledge necessary to help the growing aging population to live longer, more productive and happier lives.

What you will learn...

Specifically, a Masters degree program in Gerontology will provide you with knowledge in most if not all of the following areas:

  • Impact of aging on individuals, families, and communities
  • Current issues in gerontology
  • Social and cultural aspects of aging
  • Biological and health aspects of aging
  • Family in later life
  • Community advocacy for elderly
  • Leadership in the elderly care industry
  • Epidemiology in aging populations
  • Promote productive aging
  • Multigenerational relationships
  • Public policy and the impact of an aging demographic
  • Coping mechanisms for grief

Masters in Gerontology Programs ...

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Salary Benefits...

Below is a table created by May of 2008 Occupational Employment Statistics from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS)1:

Career

Median Salary

Average of top 10%

Mental Health Counselors

$40,270 $63,100

Rehabilitation Counselors

$34,600 $56,550

Medical & Public Health Social Workers

$47,560 $69,090

Career possibilities for those with a Master's degree in Gerontology...

  • Mental health counselor
  • Management positions in health care facilities, non-profit organizations and public agencies
  • Various positions in public policy development
  • Gerontology research positions
  • Community college professor

Resources:
1 BLS Statistics from 2008