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CCGG: California Council on Gerontology and Geriatrics.
Contributing to the future of older Californians through excellence in gerontology and geriatrics higher education. NAPG offers a reduced membership rate for CCGG members.

AARP: Organization for persons fifty and older provides member services, advocacy, and free information on aging issues. Topics to explore include Health, Learning, Life Answers (Care giving, Safe Driving, etc.) Computers (Internet Tutorial), AARP Bulletin, Legislation, Money (Consumers, Careers), Research, and Travel/Leisure (Games).

ASA: American Society on Aging: Membership organization dedicated to improving skills and knowledge of those working with older people. Generations and Aging Today are publications available to public.

GSA: Gerontological Society of America:
Membership organization provides aging research information to professionals in the field of aging.

EuMaG: The European Master in Gerontology:
The European Masters in Gerontology (EuMaG ) offers an outstanding international training programe that enables participants to understand and gain a deeper knowledge of the aging process and its societal implications.

AGHE: Association for Gerontology in Higher Education:
The only national membership organization devoted primarily to gerontological education.

Reflection's from Candidates for Credentialing

Passion, Pastures, and Potential
by Margriet De Lange, M.A.,Gerontology

Reflections on the Benefits of NAPG Certification
by Susan Harlan, M.A., Gerontology