GERT 211 - Women and Aging

Institution:

Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

Subject:

Gerontology

Description:

Studies the status, roles, and experiences of women in society with a special focus on aging. This course introduces students to how gender roles impact in society by studying women's lives with regard to race, culture, socioeconomic status, sexuality, work, families, religion, politics, health, and social reform. In addition, this course discusses the social construction of gender and social institutions, using feminist theory, and the history of the women's movement.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.hacc.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 780-2300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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