Master of Arts in Gerontology

San Francisco State University

The M.A. in Gerontology is designed to: 1) emphasize the broad, interdisciplinary nature of issues which relate to and influence older adults 2) provide students with the academic expertise, professional experience and research capabilities necessary to pursue advanced study at the doctoral and professional level 3) prepare students for professional practice and leadership positions in the public and private sectors where gerontological knowledge is required 4) empower students with a vision of diversity, social justice, consumer-driven services and global issues to promote intergenerational understanding and 5) invest in students a working knowledge of theoretical foundations and prepare students with tools to use quantitative and qualitative methods in applied research for solving a variety of practical problems in the community and link the micro and macro aspects of aging.

College of Health and Social Sciences