The Gerontology Certificate of Competency is an asset to many fields of study.
The gerontology certificate of competency enhances the careers of those majoring in various fields at Stark State College. It is advantageous to human and social service workers who plan to work with older adults and their families, as well as health technology majors who assist in the medical care of an aging population. It is beneficial to business technology majors who will assist with retirement planning and need to understand the consumer behavior of the older population. It also will help architectural drafters and computer programmers who will assist in maintaining older adults’ independence for as long as possible.