SOSC 541 - Healthy in the Later Years - online/asynchronous in Spring 2026!

Announced on: Friday, Oct. 24, 2025

SOSC 541 - Healthy in the Later Years - online/asynchronous in Spring 2026!

In Spring 2026 the Social Science Program is offering SOSC 541 – Health in the Later Years as a fully online, asynchronous course.

Focusing on the health problems and prospects for America's elders, this course explores health needs in later life such as body system changes, bio-psycho-social influences, sexuality, using the health delivery system, and more.

Highly recommended for students interested in pursuing career fields where they will be working with older populations.

• Fully Online and Asynchronous, perfect for students enrolled in online degree programs or those needing the flexibility of an asynchronous course.
• No prerequisites
• Can count toward several minors (Family Relations, Gerontology, and Public Health)
• Part of the Gerontology Certificate option
• A great elective for Juniors/Seniors majoring in areas like Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Sociology, and more!
• A wonderful introduction to a BOOMING career field, which is projected to continue growing over the next decade.
  Be sure to check with your major advisor to discuss whether SOSC 541 would be a good choice for your Spring 2026 schedule!

Check with your major advisor to discuss whether SOSC 541 would be a good choice for your Spring 2026 schedule!

Questions? Contact Social Science and Special Programs: 530-898-5688