Differences Among Preferred Methods for Furthering Aging Education in Ohio |
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| Authors: | Suzanne M Leson Daniel J Van Dussen Heidi H Ewen Eric S Emerick |
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| Institution: | 1. Department of Human Ecology, Gerontology Steering Committee , Youngstown State University , Youngstown , Ohio , USA smleson@ysu.edu;3. Gerontology Program , Youngstown State University , Youngstown , Ohio , USA;4. Scripps Gerontology Center , Miami University , Oxford , Ohio , USA;5. Gerontology Master's Program , Youngstown State University , Youngstown , Ohio , USA |
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| Abstract: | Workers serving Ohio's aging population will require increased levels of gerontological education. Using data from 55 Ohio counties, this project investigated the educational needs and reasons for seeking education from professionals in aging. Respondents reported interest in attaining aging related education. Preferred delivery methods included web based and interactive satellite instruction. Continuing education credit was preferred over college credit even though a high percentage indicated a desire for an additional degree (69.8%). Despite over 30 years of Ohio's universities providing aging related education, 58.6% of respondents have no formal aging related training, and 11.7% have only a single course in aging. Gerontological topics that most interested participants in an area for further understanding were Alzheimer's/dementia, medication, and mental health issues. |
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