Graduate Certificate in Aging Studies

Mission

The Graduate Certificate in Aging Studies (AGST) program is open to students who have a Bachelor's degree or higher. The program is designed to meet the needs of professionals interested in the aging population or who may currently work in the field of aging, but would like to increase or formalize their knowledge.

Learning Outcomes

• Students will be able to integrate multidisciplinary theories of aging in practical interactions with older adults in various settings.
• Students will be able to evaluate how age-related changes, disease, and self-perception influence physical, psychological, and social health and function.
• Students will be able to identify and analyze personal, professional, and societal views and biases influencing the aging experience.

Credits earned in the Graduate Certificate program may be applied to the Master of Science in Aging Studies degree or may be eligible for transfer into another graduate or post-professional program, plan of study, or curriculum.

The Graduate Certificate in Aging Studies may be combined with other UIndy graduate programs in a dual program, allowing students to earn multiple credentials using less time and money.

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• Admission Requirements
• Tuition & Aid
• Meet Our Faculty

Graduate Certificate in AGST Program Details

Program Length & Format

The Graduate Certificate in Aging Studies is a self-paced program consisting of 12 credit hours. It is delivered completely online, making it accessible to students regardless of geographic location. The online delivery allows students to work toward set deadlines on a schedule that works for them. The program can be completed within three semesters, but you have up to three years to complete all of your courses.

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Curriculum

The Graduate Certificate in Aging Studies curriculum is 12 credit hours and has no on-campus requirements.

course Descriptions

Take a deeper look at the individual courses in our graduate-level Aging Studies programs, when they are offered, and a brief description of the course content.

Graduate Certificate in AGST Admission Requirements

To apply for the Graduate Certificate in Aging Studies, you will need:

• A completed online application
• $25 application fee for graduate programs
• A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Official transcripts for your highest degree earned from a regionally accredited institution, from the conferring university or an electronic service (such as Parchment or Student Clearinghouse), demonstrating a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• A personal statement explaining your interest in aging studies and how you plan to use the certificate in your future work (1000 - 1500 words) 

Additional requirements for international applicants

when can I start?

Students may begin the certificate program at the start of any semester: Fall, Winter, or Summer.

• August Start: The application deadline is August 1
• January Start: The application deadline is December 1
• May Start: The application deadline is April 1

If you have additional questions, please contact the College of Health Sciences Admissions Counselors (chsadmissions@uindy.edu).

Tuition & Aid

• View Graduate Tuition Rates
• Financial Aid for Graduate Students
• IHAS Graduate Assistantship & Scholarship

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