Adult Development and Aging PSY A450 (301)
CRN: 51328 Credits: 3
Instructor: Bosek, R 786-1625 afrlb3@uaa.alaska.edu
May 18 – June 22- Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays 9:15 am – 12:00 pm Location: SSB 213

Reviews psychological, biological, and social development along with economic and historical circumstances of aging in the span of life between early and late adulthood. A special focus is placed on aging within today’s world and the use of applied developmental psychology in promoting positive aging. Required for the minor in gerontology. Required for minor in gerontology.
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Women and Aging PSY A490 (351)/A690 (351)
CRN: 51610 CRN: 51604 Credits: 1
Instructor: Bosek, R 786-1625 anrlb3@uaa.alaska.edu
June 12-June 13 – Friday and Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Location: SSB 213

Explores women’s health, intimacy, creativity, volunteerism, psychological and spiritual mentoring.
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Sociology of Aging SOC 310-501
CRN: 51378 Credits: 3
Instructor: Ann Jache, Ph.D. 786-1955 jache@uaa.alaska.edu
May 18-July 31 Full Summer Term WEB

A comparative analysis of the social status and role of the aging in various societies with an emphasis on the problems of aging in contemporary U.S. Required for the minor in Gerontology. Older persons, family members, and health and social service providers and administrators are encouraged to register. Prerequisites: SOC 101 or SOC 110 or consent of Instructor. Requires Internet access. . Required for the minor in gerontology.
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SWK Practices in Geriatrics (SWK A490:501)
CRN: 51591 Credits: 3
Instructor: Cunningham, P. afpmc@uaa.alaska.edu
May 18-July 31 Full Summer Term WEB

Covers the knowledge, skills, and values needed for effective social work practice with older adults and their families. Students will have the opportunity to develop the capability for accurate multi-dimensional assessments and effective interventions with, and on behalf of, older adults and their families. The course will cover thematic units of successful aging, diversity, physical health, mental health, planning for later years, end of life care, and health care system / health policy issues.
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Health Care of the Elderly (NS A434)
CRN: (51530) Credits: 3
Instructor: Nadine Parker
May 11-August 21 Thursdays 4:00-7:00pm AHS 108

Overview of the issues that affect older adults and their lifestyles. Addresses normal physiological and psychological aging changes, and health concepts of prevention, promotion and protection. Includes issues affecting care giving of older family members in a multitude of settings. Explores health policies which have financial, legal, and ethical implications. Highlights special needs of Alaskan elderly. Registration Restrictions: Prerequisites (NS A300, NS A303, NS A303L, and NS A309 _or RN licensure in Alaska