Certificate of Graduate Study in Aging

Are you passionate about working with and improving the lives of our growing aging population? Expand your knowledge and earn specialized preparation through an 18-credit hour training program on health programs and interventions, sociocultural issues, health care services and community resources, and long-term care policies.  This program is administered by the Arnold School’s Department of Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior (HPEB) in partnership with the College of Social Work.  

Why Study Aging?

You can complement your existing or in-progress degree with additional credentials. There is an increasing need for clinical and public health professionals to understand how to work with a growing aging population.

What You’ll Learn

You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to be able to interpret the impact of biological, social and psychological changes on the physical, psychological and social well-being of older adults.  

Who Should Apply

The Certificate of Graduate Study in Aging is open to current USC graduate students as well as individuals outside the university who hold a bachelor’s degree. Our program can enhance employment and advancement opportunities for nurses, teachers, public and mental health workers and more.

Learn More & Apply

Additional information on program details, admission requirements, how to apply, and tuition and fees can be located on the HPEB CGA website.