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GRO

6 courses with the subject GRO, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

GRO 120Intro to Gerontology3

This course introduces the psychological, social, and biological aspects of aging. Emphasis is placed on common mental, social, and physical changes that occur during the aging process. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the aging process and its psychological, social, and biological aspects. Class Lab Credits: 0 Clinic Credits: 0

Subject
GRO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.waketech.edu
Prerequisite
None
GRO 150Substance Use and Aging3
Subject
GRO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2012-2013
Source
www.waketech.edu
GRO 220Social Aspects of Aging3

This course provides an in-depth exploration of the social aspects of aging. Topics include family dynamics, employment and retirement, community involvement, grief and loss, and stereotypes. Upon completion, students should be able to advocate for the social needs of aging adults. Class Lab Credits: 0 Clinic Credits: 0

Subject
GRO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.waketech.edu
Prerequisite
Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
GRO 230Aging, Health, & Wellness3

This course covers basic concepts of health, wellness, and nutrition related to aging. Emphasis is placed on nutrition and diet, physical activity and exercise, and maintenance of well-being. Upon completion, students should be able to identify health, wellness, and nutrition concepts related to aging. Class Lab Credits: 0 Clinic Credits: 0

Subject
GRO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.waketech.edu
Prerequisite
Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111
GRO 240Gerontology Care Managing2
Subject
GRO
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2012-2013
Source
www.waketech.edu
GRO 250Aging Policies Programs and Services3

This course covers the development of state and federal policies, programs, and services for an aging population as a result of demographic shifts. Topics include federal programs addressing aging issues, emerging challenges and trends, the role of needs assessment and outcome measures that shape policies, and contemporary issues. Upon completion, students should be able to explain how state and federal policies and programs impact aging communities. Class Lab Credits: 0 Clinic Credits: 0

Subject
GRO
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.waketech.edu
Prerequisite
Take ENG-002 or ENG-025 or ENG-111

Source: Wake Technical Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61