Department of Family, Aging & Counseling
Welcome to the new Department of Family, Aging & Counseling, offering programs focused on the health and well-being of families, communities and individuals, across the lifespan.
Our undergraduate programs in family services and gerontology provide a strong foundation on family dynamics and healthy aging, preparing students for a future career or advanced education across a variety of fields and placements.
The department also houses a flexible graduate counseling program, purposely designed for working professionals, with both school and clinical mental health specializations.
Dementia Simulation House
The Department of Family, Aging & Counseling also houses UNI's Dementia Simulation House, an innovative hands-on learning experience that helps educate campus and community partners on what it’s like to live with dementia.