Program Objective:
Program Description:
The Master of Social Science Program prepares students to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to work with the geriatric population and improve their quality of life. Students will gain knowledge of senior health and wellness, health care, occupational therapy, social work, and the psychology of aging.
Students will learn through theoretical courses, practices and applied research work, the necessary skills to work with older people and improve their quality of life. They will address issues related to the role of the social worker in the care of the elderly, the identification of needs and the promotion of resources for care. Topics such as ethics in social work with the elderly, effective communication with the elderly and their families, and care service planning will also be covered.
The curriculum is logically organized, beginning with general courses that lay the foundation for social science understanding and research, and then focusing on specializations in gerontology, social work, and occupational therapy.
Students can choose between three major tracks:
- Major in Senior Adults
- Major in Community Work
- Major in Therapeutic Environments
Program Breakdown
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | 24 | |
| SST 500 | Strategic Studies Techniques | 3 |
| SSC 520 | Epistemology of the Social Sciences | 3 |
| SSC 540 | Social Sciences Research Methodology | 3 |
| STA 560 | Statistics Applied to the Social Sciences | 3 |
| ETH 600 | Seminar on Ethics and Professional Practice | 3 |
| PSY 610 | Social Studies Seminar | 3 |
| SOW 620 | Social Work Seminar | 3 |
| OTH 640 | Occupational Therapy Seminar | 3 |
