Gerontology is an in-demand career field. Jobs are everywhere. Older adults are the fastest-growing segment of the world's population, creating a high need for professionals trained in aging and later life.
We invite you to schedule a career counseling appointment to meet with our career counselor via Zoom.
Get career guidance fast. Prospective, current students and alumni can schedule a 15-minute meeting to discuss questions and goals for their career.
VCU Gerontology takes an Appreciative Advising approach to career counseling. These appointments are available for current students and alumni. Together we will discover, dream and design your future as a gerontologist or gerontological specialist. Through the available series of conversations together we will...
Discover your gerontological niche through exploration of your gerontological narrative and passion for Aging Studies
Align career goals with personal passions
Identify working styles and how to adapt
Explore diverse career paths within the continuum of Aging Services, Long Term Services and Gerontology
Conduct soft skills assessments and advising specific to your gerontological niche and strengths
Design a path for lifelong learning opportunities to support career mapping and commitment such as, upskilling, internships, certifications and more
Confidence is key. Our career counselor will help prepare students and alumni for interviews through practice and exploring resources that help you succeed. These appointments are available for current students and alumni. Schedule a 30-minute mock interview to get ahead and show off your strengths.
Additionally, practice interviews must be scheduled at least one week before the official interview date. Our career counselors will need information about the hiring organization, the job listing and the applicant's resume to offer the best support. Feedback will be provided via email after your practice interview session.
We want you to put your best foot forward. Current students and alumni can request help crafting a standout resume that showcases their expertise. Meet with a career counselor for 30 minutes to discuss your aspirations and resume needs. Resumes should be sent ahead of time to be reviewed before meeting with your career counselor.