6 courses with the subject GRN, 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.
GRN 201Foundations of Gerontology Lec.3/Credit 3
This introductory course explores theories of aging and synthesizes the bio-psycho-social understanding of aging to build a gerontological knowl- edge base. Students will explore a gerontological perspective through knowl- edge of the growth and development of aging and through self-reflection. Hampton University 2026-2028
and Well-Being of Aging Lec. 2/Credit 2. This course explores health promotion of older persons to maximize well- being, health and mental health. Students will explore concepts of epide- miology, levels of prevention, and risk assessment for health promoting activities. Students will explore access and utilization of resources that support older adults, caregivers and end of life planning.
GRN 301Biological Aspects of Aging Lec. 3/Credit 3
This course relates biological theory and science to understand senescence, longevity and variations in aging. Students will distinguish normal biological and pathological changes at the cellular and organ system level.
GRN 302Psychosocial Aspects of Aging Lec. 3/Credit 3
This course relates psychological and social theories and science to under- stand adaptation, stability, inequality and changes of aging. Students will recognize normal variations and complications of aging in intelligence, cognition, and mental health. Students will develop an appreciation for older individuals’ wisdom, resilience, and meaningful engagement in life.
GRN 400Programs, Services and Policy Lec. 3./Credit 3
This course presents methods to identify, develop, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of health education Programs. This course incorporates knowledge and skills of research, epidemiology, proposal writing, budget planning, project management, and program evaluation. Students will explore policy equitability to address the needs of older persons. Prerequisite: Under- graduate course in Research methods
Internship experiences may be completed in various work environments: public health departments, clinics, hospitals, provider offices, non-profit organizations, community or commercial settings, both domestically and abroad. Students will promote engagement of older adults in life-long learning opportunities, engage in research to advance knowledge for older persons, engage collaboratively with others to promote integrated approaches to aging, and engage in effective communication with older adults, their families, and the community in issues of aging. Students will adhere to ethical principles to guide work with older persons.