Gerontology
Program Availability
Schools Offering
15
23 total including inactive
States
9
Across 9 states
Graduates (2025)
66
Total completions
Gerontology is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 9 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Oregon, Wisconsin and Maine.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$105,620
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Job Growth
+17.3%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$4,788
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $7,500, and the work is primarily indoor with heavy physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
research, analysis, and problem-solving; helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
- Helping others
- Teaching
- Building things
- Working with hands
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy research, analysis, and problem-solving; helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?
Do you value speaking?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who prefer working independently
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.
Where Can You Study Gerontology?
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