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Gerontology (GRN)                    Course Schedules

GRN 247 Intro. to Gerontology: An Interdisciplinary Approach 3(3-0) F, Sp
An interdisciplinary approach to the study of aging with a focus on the normal changes that occur as one ages physically, mentally, and socially. (Group IV-A)

GRN 535 Dementia Care: Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention 3(3-0)
This course provides a foundation in normal aging and then addresses the individual, family and institutional challenges of diagnosis, treatment and prevention of dementing illnesses. Prerequisites: GRN 247 or PSY 325 or HSC 390 or permission of instructor.

GRN 575 Geriatric Nutrition 3(3-0) F
A detailed description of nutrition for the elderly, including special nutritional considerations, food selection patterns, nutritional status and strategies for disease prevention. Identical to HEV 575. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Prerequisites: HEV 370.

GRN 590 Independent Study 1-4(Spec) F, Sp
Student-initiated study (reading, research, and/or project development) on a topic not normally covered in existing courses. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor prior to registration.

GRN 597 Special Topics 1-4(Spec) F, Sp
Selected topics/problems of interest that are not normally included in existing courses. May include conferences, workshops, and seminars sponsored by the Interdisciplinary Gerontology Program. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

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