Careers in Gerontology
Careers in Education
Careers in Social Services
Careers in Business or Finance
Careers in the Field of Health
Careers in Administration
Website Information about Careers in Aging
Careers in Social Services
Careers in Business or Finance
Careers in the Field of Health
Careers in Administration
Website Information about Careers in Aging
Gerontology is the scientific study of aging and aging proceses and offers insight into our elderly population. Careers in the field of Gerontology are increasing as the aging population expands. Currently and in the near future, many professionals will be needed to meet the demands of a continually growing older adult population. Missouri State University is the only university in Missouri offering a Bachelor of Science in Gerontology approved by the Coordinating Board for Higher Education. The undergraduate student that majors in Gerontology will receive an interdisciplinary foundation for professional development in many careers in aging.
Careers in Education
- College University Instructor
- Retirement Counselor
- Workshop/Seminar Instructor or organizer
- Caregiver Support Group Coordinator
- Gerontology Program Coordinator
Careers in Social Services
- Social Services Case Manager
- Rehabilitation Counselor
- Senior Employment Counselor
- Adult Day Care Center Caregiver
- Homebound Shoppers Program Director
- Activities/Recreation Director
Careers in Business or Finance
- Pension Advisor
- Investment Counselor
- Pre-retirement Coordinator
- Editor of a Publication for Seniors
- Legal Advisor to the Aged
- Travel and Leisure Programs
- Gerontology Consultant
Careers in the Field of Health
- Geriatric Nurse
- Home Health Aide
- Hospice Professional
- Speech Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Recreational Therapy
Careers in Administration
- Nursing Home Administrator
- Senior Center Director
- Senior Housing Project Manager
- Home Health Services Coordinator
- Foster Grandparent Coordinator
- Director of Social Services
- Ombudsman Program Coordinator