Improving Gerontology Education to Boost Student Enrollment
Author Information
Author(s): Sadeq Nasreen, Kaskie Brian, Dobbs Debra, Peterson Lindsay, Norstrand Lu, Haley William
Primary Institution: University of South Florida
Hypothesis
Updating the gerontology undergraduate program will increase student enrollment.
Conclusion
The redeveloped Health Care Administration undergraduate program successfully enrolled approximately 40 students in one academic year.
Supporting Evidence
- The School of Aging Studies faced declining enrollment in gerontology programs.
- Curriculum updates were made to modernize the program.
- Intensive marketing and networking strategies were developed to attract students.
Takeaway
The university made changes to their gerontology program to attract more students, and it worked!
Methodology
An in-depth analysis of the undergraduate program was performed, followed by curriculum updates and marketing strategies.
Limitations
Challenges include increased demands on faculty, availability of community internships, and sustaining student interest.
Participant Demographics
Students enrolled in the Health Care Administration undergraduate program.
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