Master in Gerontology
Fundación Universitaria Iberoamericana (FUNIBER)
Key Information
Campus location
Barcelona, Spain
Languages
Spanish
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
6 months
Pace
Part time
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Introduction
Gerontology is configured today as one of the priority areas and that is arousing greater interest in different disciplines. That is why extensive and specific training aimed at all those professionals involved in the subject of aging has become an important demand. Especially when Gerontology is configured today as one of the main sources of employment, nationally and internationally.
Gerontology is the study of aging processes and of individuals as they progress from childhood to later stages. It encompasses from the study of physical, social and mental changes in the elderly to the investigation of the changes in society that result from the increasing aging of the population.
Older people are very different from each other. As you get older, your needs, resources and capabilities vary. The field of aging is very diverse and offers many employment opportunities. The aging trend of society causes a demand for professionals with technical knowledge in aging.
Finally, it is worth noting the great demand that training in Gerontology continues to enjoy.
This Master's Degree will not only allow specialization in Gerontology, but also significantly facilitate performance in Gerontology, allowing its contents, its methodological and computer tools to train the professional to meet the great demand in Gerontology training.