GRN

(also ART/PSY/SWK 1660)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly GRN 101) In spite of the overwhelming social denial of aging, major demographic changes are resulting in greater numbers of older adults. How can we begin to acknowledge these changes and the seismic impact on every societal structure? Multidisciplinary knowledge covering lifespan development, relationships, the aging body and mind, as well as the evolution of the spirit will form the basis for an introduction to aging. Selected works from fiction and non-fiction writings and films will supplement the text. Required for minor. Recommended as a preparation for upper level courses in Gerontology. (Offered Fall, Spring)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-undergraduate

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

In spite of the overwhelming social denial of aging, major demographic changes are resulting in greater numbers of older adults. How can we begin to acknowledge these changes and the seismic impact on every societal structure? Multidisciplinary knowledge covering lifespan development, relationships, the aging body and mind, as well as the evolution of the spirit will form the basis for an introduction to aging. Selected works from fiction and non-fiction writings and films will supplement the text. Required for minor. Recommended as a preparation for upper level courses in Gerontology.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly GRN 102) Growing old is not an illness. However, passing years make our bodies more vulnerable to disease. This course examines nutritional lifestyle options that reduce this vulnerability. The theories for a nutritional practice addressing the needs of the elderly are utilized for a holistic approach to wellness as we age. (Offered Fall)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

credit

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Growing old is not an illness. However, passing years make our bodies more vulnerable to disease. This course examines nutritional lifestyle options that reduce this vulnerability. The theories for a nutritional practice addressing the needs of the elderly are utilized for a holistic approach to wellness as we age.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

The nature and problems of old age, common emotional problems, psychiatric disorders and special concerns of the disenfranchised elderly will be covered. The course presents treatment options including psychotherapies, behavioral l therapies and drug therapies with exploration of life review and grief work. (Offered Fall, Spring)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

The nature and problems of old age, common emotional problems, psychiatric disorders and special concerns of the disenfranchised elderly will be covered. The course presents treatment options including psychotherapies, behavioral therapies and drug therapies with exploration of life review and grief work.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly GRN 134; formerly Film Festival on Aging) A long and rich history of film development covering multidisciplinary issues of growing old provides varied opportunities for focused explorations. Award winning films with diverse perspectives will structure the lecture, presentations and discussions on aging topics such as caregiving, women and aging, sexuality, lifestyle choices and living arrangements. (Offered Fall, Spring)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

credit

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

A long and rich history of film development covering multidisciplinary issues of growing old provides varied opportunities for focused explorations. Award winning films with diverse perspectives will structure the lecture, presentations and discussions on aging topics such as caregiving, women and aging, sexuality, lifestyle choices and living arrangements.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also PSY 237)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also PSY 2370)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

A two day course designed to increase the students’ understanding of how Alzheimer’s disease affects the person and his/her caregiver(s). The course will focus on the disease process, difficult behaviors, communications skills, problem- solving and caregiver issues.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

credit

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

A two day course designed to increase the students' understanding of how Alzheimer's disease affects the person and his/her caregiver(s). The course will focus on the disease process, difficult behaviors, communications skills, problem-solving and caregiver issues.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly GRN 141) Frequently neglected as a major factor in unsuccessful aging, substance abuse will be explored through progression, physiological changes, assessments and interventions. Students will develop perspectives that facilitate awareness of ways this abuse can complicate nutritional deficits, relationship difficulties, depression and a history of accidents and falls in the older population. (Offered Spring)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

credit

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Frequently neglected as a major factor in unsuccessful aging, substance abuse will be explored through progression, physiological changes, assessments and interventions. Students will develop perspectives that facilitate awareness of ways this abuse can complicate nutritional deficits, relationship difficulties, depression and a history of accidents and falls in the older population.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly GRN 142) The “Aging Network” is comprised of thousands of organizations, ranging from large, complex area agencies to small neighborhood nutrition sites. This course explains the social and legal definitions of who is elderly, and prepares students to lead the way through the often perplexing maze of services, benefits and entitlements that make up the vast network of care. (Offered Fall, Summer)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

credit

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

The “Aging Network” is comprised of thousands of organizations, ranging from large, complex area agencies to small neighborhood nutrition sites. This course explains the social and legal definitions of who is elderly, and prepares students to lead the way through the often perplexing maze of services, benefits and entitlements that make up the vast network of care.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Subject

GRN

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

This course is designed to increase the student’s understanding of how Alzheimer’s disease affects the person and his/her caregiver(s). The course will focus on the disease process, 347

Subject

GRN

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

This course is designed to increase the student's understanding of how Alzheimer's disease affects the person and his/her caregiver(s). The course will focus on the disease process, difficult behaviors, communication skills, problem-solving and caregiver issues.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

GRN/SOC 262 Sociology of Death and Dying

Subject

GRN

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

This elective prepares social workers for the basic skills needed to provide palliative care to seriously ill patients and their families. The course will also cover how to have discussions regarding end of life decisions. In addition, the history of palliative care, as well as medical, financial and the ethical ramifications will be discussed. This course will explore the settings in which palliative care is delivered, the roles of the interdisciplinary team members with a focus on the clinical skills needed to engage seriously ill patients, family members, other care providers and members of the interdisciplinary team. We will examine how to conduct assessments, understand advanced care planning and facilitate shared decision-making. This course will also cover self-care and how culture as well as spirituality play a role in the delivery of palliative care.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also SOC 253) (Offered Fall, Spring)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also SOC 2530)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also SOC 262)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also PSY 2620)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

The ever-expanding population of older adults has produced a growing market for business entrepreneurs. This course explores the population, the opportunities and the skills for business development in service delivery to the elderly. An assessment and research perspective will be applied to a review of current business applications in health care, finance, environment design, advocacy and others. (Offered Spring)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

The ever-expanding population of older adults has produced a growing market for business entrepreneurs. This course explores the population, the opportunities and the skills for business development in service delivery to the elderly. An assessment and research perspective will be applied to a review of current business applications in health care, finance, environment design, advocacy and others.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also BIO 312; formerly GRN 212; BIO 212)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also BIO 3120)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly also as NUR 327) A review of normal aging, including physiological changes, and the prevention of disease and injury, will precede an exploration of the geriatric patient. Signs of disease, multiple causes of frailty, dementia, depression, medications and end of life issues will be explored from the perspective of caregivers, both professional and familiar. (Offered Spring)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

A review of normal aging, including physiological changes, and the prevention of disease and injury, will precede an exploration of the geriatric patient. Signs of disease, multiple causes of frailty, dementia, depression, medications and end of life issues will be explored from the perspective of caregivers, both professional and familiar.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

This course provides an overview of the normal physiological changes in aging and their impact on functional health patterns. The focus will be assessing the changes that can impact wellness and the development of acute complications or the progression of chronic disease processes. Many physical, environmental, psychological and social events have significant effects on the daily functioning of older adults that differ from others in the community. This course will provide the knowledge and tools for assessing older adults in order to optimize their health, function 348 and quality of life. Comprehensive geriatric assessments are completed by various members of an interdisciplinary team and so emphasis will be placed on the need to recognize these alterations in patterns and to address them by incorporating the expertise of all team members. 1 credit

Subject

GRN

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

This course provides an overview of the normal physiological changes in aging and their impact on functional health patterns. The focus will be assessing the changes that can impact wellness and the development of acute complications or the progression of chronic disease processes. Many physical, environmental, psychological and social events have significant effects on the daily functioning of older adults that differ from others in the community. This course will provide the knowledge and tools for assessing older adults in order to optimize their health, function and quality of life. Comprehensive geriatric assessments are completed by various members of an interdisciplinary team and so emphasis will be placed on the need to recognize these alterations in patterns and to address them by incorporating the expertise of all team members.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly offered for more credits as GRN 250, 350) This course provides a supervised work experience with both well and frail elderly. The student is required to spend seven (7) hours per week in an agency approved by the Coordinator of Gerontology. The field experience is supplemented by a regularly scheduled integrative seminar. Students seeking the Minor must accumulate 100 hours. Applications with approval must be on file in the Gerontology Program prior to enrollment. t GRN 470 INDEPENDENT STUDY Focus of Independent Study under the direction of a Gerontology Department member. Chairperson’s approval required. (Offered upon request)

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-undergraduate

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Prerequisite

GRN 201. (Offered Fall, Spring) 3 credits

This course provides a supervised work experience with both well and frail elderly. The student is required to spend seven (7) hours per week in an agency approved by the Coordinator of Gerontology. The field experience is supplemented by a regularly scheduled integrative seminar. Students seeking the Minor must accumulate 100 hours. Applications with approval must be on file in the Gerontology Program prior to enrollment.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Focus of Independent Study under the direction of a Gerontology Department member. Chairperson's approval required.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Focus of Independent Study under the direction of a Gerontology Department member. Chairperson's approval required.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Focus of Independent Study under the direction of a Gerontology Department member. Chairperson's approval required.

Subject

GRN

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com