GRO

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

This course involves an examination of the physical changes associated with the aging process and aging body. Knowledge and understanding of these processes are important because these physical changes also affect social, psychological, economic, and other aspects of the aging process. The importance of the topic is based on the growing number of older adults in our communities as well as our increased longevity. Each organ system will be discussed with a focus on age related diseases, conditions, and dysfunction.

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Prerequisite

BIO 123 Human Body and Health Credits: (3,0)

This course covers concepts of nutrition directed towards improving nutritional status and health among older adults. Course material addresses key issues facing the field of geriatric nutrition, among a variety of contexts, with an eye to recommendations on improving nutrition programs and status among older adults. Federal, state, and community programs involving nutrition among older adults are reviewed and analyzed. This course is designed to provide entry level nutrition training for professionals to assist the growing aging population in maintaining a healthy quality of life. Prerequisite(s): NTR 110 Credits: (3,0) d GRO 320 Caregiving This course takes a comprehensive look at what is known about problems and issues caregivers face, caregiving tasks, caregiver appraisals of the situation, caregiver burden, and the psychosocial, health, social, and work consequences of caregiving. Of particular importance are the cultural, familial, and societal implications of caregiving for older adults. The course also will explore long-term care facilities, including nursing homes and assistant-living facilities.

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Prerequisite

Junior Status Credits: Credits:3 (3,0)

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

The course will focus on dominant gender paradigms and ways in which gender contributes to the differential structuring of health experiences for women, men and gender minorities. The course will incorporate historical, theoretical and empirical perspectives to explore the relationship between gender, aging, and health in America and other countries. It also explores the relationship at the intersection of class, ethnicity and sexuality, and throughout the course of life.

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Prerequisite

Junior Status Credits: (3,0)

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

This course explores the history, structure and likely future trends of health insurance in the U.S. The course includes policy analyses, availability, costs, and limitations in regard to the health insurance needs of the elderly. It provides an in-depth overview of the basic features of private health insurance: including operational challenges and requirements, to cost and quality controls. In addition, the course discusses financial and political challenges to continued viability of Medicare and Medicaid. Several comparisons are provided to international systems as a means for better understanding the unique aspects of the American system. Note: Students who take GRO 410W cannot receive credit for GRO 410; GRO 410W can be used to fulfill the writing intensive requirement. Prerequisite(s): Junior statu and GRO100 Introduction to Gerontology Credits: (3,0)

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

This course approaches gerontology from a communication perspective. Attention is devoted to the ways in which communication sustains and deteriorates group collaboration among local, national, and global communities. Through central theories of communication there is recognition that aging is not just an individual process, but also an interactive and intergenerational process. Gerontology 430 shows that communication processes define, form, maintain, and dissolve all social relationships for all age groups. Further, this course gives insight into advertising/marketing communications geared toward the increasing senior population in the United States. Prerequisite(s): EGL 101 Credits: (3,0)

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

This course provides an overview of diversity in aging through a multidisciplinary approach. Cultural Diversity & Aging explores key gerontological concepts, examines current applicable research, and summarizes important policies concerning the senior population. Within historical context this course separates gerontologic contributions from several disciplines (sociology, psychology, demography, and public policy). Cultural Diversity & Aging challenges students to consider complex issues of aging and their unique impact on diverse aged populations. Additionally, it examines the diversity among seniors in such complex areas as; ethnic origin, education, income, health status, health beliefs and their individual Course Index • 2026- relation to the health care industry. Prerequisites: GRO 300 with a grade of

Subject

GRO

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Health care is one of the most regulated sectors of our economy. This course examines the overlapping layers of federal, state and local jurisdiction to better understand health care law. It specifies the law as it relates to health administration and long-term care management. The course critically examines ethical dilemmas and the law associated with elder rights and long-term care facilities from multiple points of view. With the increasing intersection between health care delivery and the law, health care managers encounter a wide range of legal and regulatory issues, including patients’ rights, institutional liability, and employee relations. Prerequisite(s): Senior Status Credits: (3,0)

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

In this course students have the opportunity to gain hands on experience in a professional setting. It is oriented towards professional development that builds skills and abilities related to job-seeking, and career. The focus is on development of professional tools including portfolios, resumes, interviewing skills, and relevant certifications. The field experience is individualized based on the career interests of the student and the specific needs of the organization. Field experience proposals must be presented and approved prior to registration for the course. Prerequisite(s): Program GPA 2.75 minimum, GRO 420, and Junior Level Status Credits: (1,0,6)

Subject

GRO

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu