Academic Credit Program | Academic Credit Program Index | Elder-Adult Companion Care Certificate

(SPC.EAC)

This two semester certificate program is designed for students interested in providing elder-adult companion care. Through this program, students will attain a knowledge base of the aging process. Students will also gain an understanding of music and an introduction to various religions. This program is not intended to provide physical or "hands on" care.

This program requires a minimum of 27 credits distributed between required Certificate courses and electives in the following manner:

General Education Courses	Credits
Written Communications	6
Arts and Humanities (MUS 101 required)	3
Social Science (PSY 101 and SOC 101 required)	6
Computer Science (CIS 118 required)	3
Additional General Education Requirements	9
Total	18
Program Courses	Credits
HIT 105 Medical Terminology	2
NUR 103 Medication Administration	1
PSY 256 Development Psychology	3
REL 205 Comparative Religion	3
Total	9
Total Required for Degree	27

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Last Updated: 06/11/02