The knowledge gained from the Neuroscience and Aging concentration in the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science major of psychology, cellular biology, neurophysiology, advanced mathematics, and cognition as well as the study of gerontology, memory, and language disorders, provides students with a strong career foundation. Graduates might seek work in research, patient care, or program coordination, and are also well prepared to pursue medical, pharmacy, or nursing school or graduate programs in neuroscience, public health, social work, or psychology. Some of the job titles listed below require an advanced degree.
Potential Career Areas:
- Research
- Therapy
- Patient advocacy
- Administration
- Program design
- Education
- Biotechnology
Sample Employers:
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Rehabilitation centers
- Veterans’ centers
- Nursing homes
- Community centers
- Colleges and universities
- Research institutes
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
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Geriatric Assessment Coordinator
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$38,000 - $43,000
|
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Health Educator
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$25,000 - $50,000
|
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Patient Advocate
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$27,612 - $51,895
|
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Health Services Administrator
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$41,450 - $72,875
|
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Nursing Home Activities Director
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$26,000 - $58,000
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Speech and Language Tutor
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$20,500 - $30,300
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Geriatric Nurse Specialist
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$44,200 - $64,700
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Neurodiagnostic Technologist
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$25,600 - $38,500
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Adult Day Services Coordinator
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$18,000 - $27,280
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Geriatric Care Manager
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$33,410 - $61,935
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Biotechnology Sales Representative
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$33,000 - $122,000
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Speech Language Pathology Assistant
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$20,500 - $30,300
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Research Associate
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$21,000 - $61,000
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).