Gerontology Case Managers are often simply called Gerontologists. Gerontologists study the way adults change as they age, the ways that society changes with an aging population, and the ways we apply this information to programs and policies for older adults.

Gerontologists are trained to work in a variety of places, including health facilities, mental health centers, social service agencies, residential facilities, government agencies, community agencies, and advocacy groups. With respect to the required education for this field, students are usually expected to take courses in the physical and mental aspects of aging, legal issues for older adults and more specific classes on topics such as Alzheimer’s.