Gerontology, the scientific study of aging and aging processes, offers insight into our elderly population. Careers in Gerontology are increasing as the aging population expands. Currently, and in the near future, professionals are needed to meet the demands of a continually growing older adult population. The following examples provide an overview of the many different career opportunities available to those who specialize in working with older adults.
Education
- College or University Professor in Gerontology
- Scientific Researcher
- Organizer of Workshops/Seminars for Older Adults
- Gerontology Program Coordinator
- Health Educator
- Elder College Coordinator
- Continuing Education Coordinator
Social Services
- Social Services Case Manager
- Retirement Counselor
- Caregiver Support Group Facilitator
- Rehabilitation Counselor
- Senior Employment Counselor
- Adult Day Care Center Caregiver
- Homebound Shoppers Program Director
- Activities/Recreation Director
- Case Worker in Adult Protective Services
- Social Worker in State Agency on Aging
- Marriage and Family Counselor
Business, Finance, or Legal
- Pension Advisor
- Investment Counselor
- Pre-retirement Program Coordinator
- Editor of a Publication for Seniors
- Elder Law
- Estate Planning
- Travel and Leisure Industry
- Advertising and Marketing Products to Older Adults
- Gerontology Consultant
The Field of Health
- Geriatric Physician
- Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
- Home Health Aide
- Hospice Professional
- Speech Therapist
- Physical Therapist
- Recreational Therapist
- Occupational Therapist
- Geriatric Case Manager
- Homemaker
- Personal Care Attendant
- Nutritionist
- Audiologist
- Podiatrist
- Optometrist
- Ophthalmologist
- Senior Companion
Administration
- Nursing Home Administrator
- Senior Center Director
- Senior Housing Project Manager
- Home Health Services Coordinator
- Foster Grandparent Coordinator
- Director of Social Services
- Volunteer Program Coordinator
- Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator
- Respite Care Program Administrator
- Senior Companion
- Program Director
- Administrator for State Agency on Aging Services
- Senior Law Program Director
- Ombudsman Program Coordinator