Graduate Certificate in Gerontology - USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology Admissions

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Expand your professional opportunities
If you have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in another field or major, our certificate program gives you a greater understanding of gerontology theory and research. A certificate in gerontology opens up opportunities to make an impact as an aging expert across a wide range of industries.
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Delivery format
100% online or on-site
Typical Program Length
Full-time: 5 months
Part-time: 12-18 months
Deadlines
Spring 2026: October 15, 2025
Summer 2026: March 15, 2026
Fall 2026: March 15, 2026
Post priority deadline: Rolling basis
Is the Graduate Certificate in Gerontology Right for Me?
The Graduate Certificate in Gerontology is ideal if you’re a professional in any field and you want to:
Set yourself apart with valuable expertise in how to meet the needs of an aging society
Join a professional network of impact makers who are creating the future of aging
Take your career to the next level with a skill set that is in high demand across multiple sectors
The Graduate Certificate in Gerontology prepares you for:
Taking aging theory and applying it to practice in diverse industries, including healthcare, technology and real estate
Consulting for older adults, service providers and businesses
Policy and advocacy work
Bringing an aging specialization to existing careers in law, pharmacy, business, social work and more
Creating opportunities for yourself in a growing and increasingly relevant field
How Do I Earn My Graduate Certificate of Gerontology at USC Leonard Davis?
The GCG is a 16-unit certificate program. You can complete your studies either on campus or through our convenient
online education program
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What Will I Study in My Classes?
The GCG program at USC Leonard Davis explores gerontology through a sophisticated, multidisciplinary approach. Your classes integrate research and concepts from different fields, providing connections and context as you pursue academic and career goals.
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Learning that Fits Your Life
Whether you live halfway across the world or have a busy career, we make this program work for you. You can earn the Graduate Certificate in Gerontology online, through our robust digital course platform.
All your classes are streamed online, allowing you to interact with your classmates and professors in real-time. Learn more about our
online education program.
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“It’s a degree that’s going to help provide you the insight that you’ll need to be a decision-maker around the future of aging,” he says. “I can’t think of a better foundation.”
Athan Bezaitis
Certificate in Gerontology graduate and senior director of communications and public relations at The Permanente Federation
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Our community of ambitious students, eminent faculty and renowned alumni is waiting for you to join us. Our advisory team is ready to answer all your questions. Let’s continue the conversation.
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