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Undergraduate & Graduate Certificates in Gerontology

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Earn an Undergraduate or Graduate Certificate in Gerontology – 100% Online

At the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), we’ve been helping students understand the multifaceted process of aging. The Undergraduate or Graduate Certificate in Gerontology is offered fully online, making it easier to fit your education into your schedule. You can earn the certificate on its own or alongside another degree, and it’s a great option for working adults or anyone looking to build foundational skills in aging studies. This program prepares you to work with and support older adults in a variety of professional settings—an area of growing need across many industries.

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Why Choose UNO’s Online Gerontology Program?

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IN-DEMAND SKILLS

Further your understanding of the aging process and enhance your career with a specialized certificate.

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FLEXIBLE LEARNING

Programs are offered fully online or a hybrid of online and on-campus to fit your life and schedule.

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EXPERT FACULTY

Learn from experienced professionals with connections to real-world gerontology practices.
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What the difference between a Undergraduate and Graduate Certificate?

Undergraduate Certificate

The Undergraduate Certificate in Gerontology is designed for students and professionals who have not yet completed another bachelor’s degree who are interested in learning about aging and its relevance across many areas of study and work. Available 100% online, this program helps you build a foundational understanding of the aging process—ideal for those aspiring to work with older adults in a variety of capacities. You’ll gain essential knowledge and practical skills that can complement a wide range of academic paths and open doors to future opportunities in this growing field.

Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Gerontology is intended for professionals and graduate students who want to build on their existing degree and knowledge and apply it in meaningful ways. Also offered fully online, this program includes advanced coursework in aging theories, policy, and practice, equipping you to take on leadership or specialized roles in various settings. Whether you're adding gerontology to a current graduate degree or returning to strengthen your credentials, this certificate prepares you to meet the complex needs of older adults and lead in aging-related fields.

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Department of Gerontology at UNO

Since 1972, the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Department of Gerontology has been a leader in educating students about the multifaceted process of aging.
Department of Gerontology

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Bachelor of Science in Gerontology

Earn your fully online Bachelor of Science in Gerontology from UNO and build a strong foundation for a career in aging services.
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Master of Arts in Gerontology

Advance your career with UNO’s fully online Master of Arts in Gerontology—designed for professionals ready to lead in the field of aging.
Master of Arts

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