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Developing an interdisciplinary innovative Master of Gerontology program.

Ariela Lowenstein1

  • 1Department of Masters in Gerontology, Faculty of Welfare and Health Studies, The University of Haifa, Haifa 31950, Israel. ariela@research.haifa.ac.il

The Gerontologist
|April 1, 2005
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This innovative Master of Gerontology program in Israel successfully educates researchers and practitioners in aging. High satisfaction and increasing enrollment demonstrate its effectiveness in advancing gerontology and geriatric care.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Higher Education

Background:

  • Growing need for educated professionals in aging research and practice in Israel.
  • Limited specialized gerontology programs available.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the goals, development, and outcomes of a novel, interdisciplinary Master of Gerontology department.
  • To address Israel's demand for advanced expertise in gerontology and geriatrics.

Main Methods:

  • Described key program components: knowledge development, program goals, influence, and patronage.
  • Interdisciplinary approach integrating various fields related to aging.

Main Results:

  • High satisfaction reported by interdisciplinary faculty and students.

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  • Increased knowledge acquisition in gerontology and geriatrics.
  • Growing annual enrollment and development of a unique physician program.

    • Conclusions:

    • The program enhances professional leadership in the field of aging.
    • It expands the academic faculty pool specializing in gerontology.
    • Demonstrates a successful model for gerontology education.