GRO 250 - Aging Policies Programs & Serv

Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisite: GRO 120
Corequisite: None
Local Prerequisite: None
Local Corequisite: None

This course covers the development of state and federal policies, programs, and services for an aging population as a result of demographic shifts. Topics include initial federal programs addressing aging issues, emerging challenges and trends, the role of needs assessment and outcome measures that shape policies, and contemporary issues. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate about initial federal programs; assess emerging challenges and trends; demonstrate the value of needs assessments; and identify contemporary issues.