Course announcement for Spring 2023
GRN 501: Life Transitions and Health in Aging
3 credits, entirely online
GRN 501 IS ONE OF THREE COURSES IN THE UMAINE INTERPROFESSIONAL GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM IN GERONTOLOGY
Course faculty:
Jennifer Crittenden, PhD, Assistant Professor of Social Work and UMaine Center on Aging Associate Director with lectures from interprofessional guest faculty from psychology, dentistry, social work, geriatrics/healthcare, and human development.
If interested and have questions please contact: jennifer.crittenden@maine.edu
Course topics include:
Cultural and social issues of aging; Developmental milestones; Physiological and psychological aspects of aging; Concepts of cognitive and physiologic reserve; Common chronic illnesses; Ethical principles in end-of- life decisions; The 4M’s of Age-Friendly Healthcare