Exercise Science and Technology
Program EXG
Exercise Science & Technology
(EXG)
Gerontology Option
Highland Lakes
Extended Degree Program
This degree option is no longer offered. Students currently in this
program should contact an
Oakland Community
College counselor regarding this change.
This Associate Degree option places special
emphasis on working with senior adults. Health
promotion is important for all ages and demographically
senior adults are one of our fastest growing population.
This option allows additional insights into
the limitations and/or capabilities of older people,
with special emphasis being placed on the needs
of this age group.
This program is designated as an Extended Degree
Program because the student must complete a minimum
of 73 or more credit hours.
Students interested in transferring to a bachelor's
program in Exercise Science or related field should
consult with an Oakland Community College counselor.
| Course |
Course Title |
Credits |
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
FOR EXERCISE SCIENCE
The major requirements and required supportive
courses are mandatory for all EXR options.
Required Gerontology Courses |
| GRN 2510 |
Introduction to Gerontology |
3 |
| GRN 2520 |
Health and Aging |
3 |
| GRN 2560 |
Personal and Social Applications in Aging |
3 |
| GRN 2573-6* |
Gerontology Field Experience |
3 |
| Note - Based on 3 hours experience
in GRN 2570 |
General
Education Requirements
See graduation requirements for an Associate
in Applied Science Degree in the College Catalog.
Necessary Electives to Total 79 credits |
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