Sociomedical Sciences

Some of the types of projects that can satisfy the practicum requirement for the Aging and Public Health Track include the following:

• Design, implement and/or analyze a needs and assets assessment of older adults or their communities.
• Design or evaluate a health-related program or services for older adults.
• Provide older adults with health information, health systems advocacy, or support in obtaining appropriate services.
• Conduct research on the health of older adults.
• Develop health policy for the aging population.