Online MS in Applied Gerontology careers
Go further with specialized skills in gerontology
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Applied learning
Brenau University’s 100% online MS in Applied Gerontology empowers graduates to care for an aging population. Gain expertise in psychology, human growth and development, elder law, the physical aspects of aging and more to graduate ready for the next step in your career.
- Complete fieldwork or a major project for hands-on learning in your capstone course.
- Choose from a variety of electives designed by experts in the field.
- Learn in small, flexible classes led by student-centered faculty members.
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Top careers in gerontology
Geriatric psychologist $86,306 per year1
Geriatric nurse $77,600 per year2
Assisted living administrator $62,332 per year3
Geriatric social worker $61,000 per year4
Join one of the fastest-growing industries
Confidently pursue advanced positions in gerontology with an online master’s degree from Brenau. In this program, you’ll learn in small classes with hands-on guidance from experts in the field. Through applied learning, you’ll be able to immediately put your lessons into action and graduate with proficiency in the most in-demand skills for this growing industry.
Upon graduation, you’ll qualify for a range of rewarding positions in gerontology. Whether you plan to advance your career in health care, social work or a related field, Brenau’s MS in Applied Gerontology program will prepare you to serve an aging population. From here, you can.
- On average, professionals who hold a master’s degree in gerontology earn $80,000 per year.5
- Health care is one of the fastest growing fields, with 13% growth projected this decade.6
- Expect 74,700 job openings for social workers, including geriatric social workers, each year through 2031.7
Program outcomes and skills acquired
What you’ll learn
In Brenau’s online MS in Applied Gerontology program, you will:
- Work with aging clients during your capstone course.
- Study among students with various backgrounds, including counselors, nurses, business owners and more.
- Expand your current practice to a geriatric population.
- Earn your degree while simultaneously pursuing another graduate degree.
- Learn from experienced faculty with a range of expertise, several of whom have active practices.
Skills you’ll gain
- Critical thinking
- Leadership
- Management
- Mediation
- Oral communication
- Problem solving
- Research
- Written communication
Support beyond graduation
At Brenau University, support doesn’t end at graduation. We’re here to ensure you have what you need to launch or advance in your career. From writing your resume to negotiating your salary, we support you every step of the way. Here are a few examples of career support you can expect as a Brenau student or alumnus.
Sources
- Payscale. “Average Psychologist Salary.” Retrieved April 12, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Registered Nurses.” Sept. 8, 2022. Retrieved April 12, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/.
- Payscale. “Average Assisted Living Administrator Salary.” Retrieved April 12, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/.
- Payscale. “Average Geriatric Social Worker Hourly Pay.” Retrieved April 12, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/.
- Payscale. “Master of Science (MS), Gerontology Degree.” Retrieved April 12, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Healthcare Occupations.” Sept. 8, 2022. Retrieved April 12, 2023, https://www.bls.gov/.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Social Workers.” Sept. 8, 2022. Retrieved April 12, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/.