Applied Health Sciences
College Office: 110 Huff Hall, 1206 South Fourth, Champaign, (217) 333-2131
Interdisciplinary Minor in Aging
The Interdisciplinary Minor in Aging provides students with the opportunity to study aging as it relates to health, communication, development and activity. The minor is offered through the Departments of Kinesiology and Community Health, Recreation, Sport and Tourism, Psychology and Sociology; the Department of Human and Community Development; and the School of Social Work. LAS psychology and sociology students interested in the minor should consult with their major department's undergraduate studies director. All other interested students should consult their departmental academic advisor. Minors should be declared by filling out the intent to pursue a minor form which can be found at http://provost.illinois.edu/programs/advising/intent.pdf and turning the form into Julie Bobitt, Interdisciplinary Health Advisor, in 226 Huff Hall or contact Julie via email at jbobitt@illinois.edu.
| Hours | Requirements |
|---|---|
| 11 hrs | Select one group of courses |
5 |
MCB 244/245-Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
3 |
CHLH 314-Introduction to Aging or equivalent |
3 |
PSYC 361 The Psychology of Aging |
| 6 hrs | Two courses in Aging taken from (must be outside of the student's major) |
HDFS 404/CHLH 404-Gerontology |
|
KIN 459-Physical Activity & Aging |
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SOCW 415 - Social Services for the Aged |
|
PSYC 451/KIN 458-Neurobiology of Aging |
|
SHS 271-Communication of Aging |
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KIN 386-Exercise Instruction & Elderly |
|
EPSY 407 – Adult Learning and Development |
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*AHS Dean’s Office Approved Internship or Independent Study Credit |
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| 18-19 min | Total Hours |