Southern Nazarene University
About the Program
Why a Bachelor of Science with a major in Family Studies & Gerontology? American society is undergoing a major transformation at a rapid rate at both ends of the generational spectrum. Our population is aging and living longer. Our young families are also caught in this sea of change. Consequently, professionals educated in intergenerational studies and lifespan relations will play a pivotal role in the evolving construct of our society.
Program Overview
| Area | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|
| Family Studies | 25% | |
| Sociology | 25% | |
| Psychology | 25% | |
| Communications | 25% |
Address & Contact Information
Undergraduate Program
- Family Studies & Gerontology
- Human Development
- Personal & Professional Development
- Family Communication
- Adulthood & Aging
- Family: Dynamics & Structure
- Social Service Resources/Practicum
- Data Analysis Methods
- Introduction to Counseling
- Biblical Perspectives in Western Culture
- Family: Coping with Crises
- Introduction to Management & Administration Assessment & Wellness Death, Grief & Loss
- Personal & Professional: Ethics & Values
Southern Nazarene University's School of Professional Studies offers a degree completion program for adults in Family Studies and Gerontology.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Family Studies and Gerontology is offered at SNU's Bethany and Tulsa campuses for adults who already earned 60 or more transferable college hours. It meets one night a week for 15 months.
The Family Studies and Gerontology program draws from family studies, sociology, psychology and communication.

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