{"id":35915,"date":"2026-01-08T13:50:39","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T04:50:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/intlweb\/news\/35915.html"},"modified":"2026-01-08T15:29:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T06:29:10","slug":"%e3%80%902-10%e7%b7%a0%e5%88%87%ef%bc%9a%e5%8f%82%e5%8a%a0%e8%80%85%e5%8b%9f%e9%9b%86%ef%bc%81%e3%80%91apru-mini-certificate-in-global-aging%ef%bc%882026%e5%b9%b42-3%e6%9c%88%ef%bc%89%ef%bc%88","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/intlweb\/en\/news\/35915.html","title":{"rendered":"\u3010Due February 10\uff1aCall for Student Participation\u3011APRU Mini Certificate in Global Aging (February\u2013March 2026)( Online &#038; Free of Charge)"},"content":{"rendered":"The APRU Global Health Program is pleased to offer the\r\nMini Certificate in Global Aging, which will be held online and free of charge from February to March 2026.\r\nThis short, intensive program provides students with an opportunity to learn about population aging as a global issue, together with students from around the world.\r\nNo prior background in aging or demography is required.\r\n\r\n&#x1f4c5;<em class=\"txt_bold\">Program Schedule (Online \u2013 3 Sessions)<\/em><table border=\"1\"><tr bgcolor=\"#F2F2F2\"><th><em>\u3000<\/em>Session<\/th><th><em>\u3000<\/em>Date &#038; Time (Pacific Time)<\/th><th><em>\u3000<\/em>Japan Standard Time (JST)<\/th><\/tr><tr><td><em>\u3000<\/em>Session 1<em>\u3000<\/em><\/td><td><em>\u3000<\/em>February 26 (Wed) 5:00\u20137:00 PM<em>\u3000<\/em><\/td><td><em>\u3000<\/em>February 27 (Thu) 10:00\u201312:00<em>\u3000<\/em><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><em>\u3000<\/em>Session 2<em>\u3000<\/em><\/td><td><em>\u3000<\/em>March 5 (Wed) 5:00\u20137:00 PM<em>\u3000<\/em><\/td><td><em>\u3000<\/em>March 6 (Thu) 10:00\u201312:00<em>\u3000<\/em><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><em>\u3000<\/em>Session 3<em>\u3000<\/em><\/td><td><em>\u3000<\/em>March 12 (Wed) 5:00\u20137:00 PM<em>\u3000<\/em><\/td><td><em>\u3000<\/em>March 13 (Thu) 9:00\u201311:00<em>\u3000<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/table>\u203b Due to the start of daylight saving time in the United States, session times in Japan vary.\r\nParticipants are advised to double-check the session times in Japan Standard Time (JST).\r\n\r\n&#x1f50d;<em class=\"txt_bold\">Program Overview<\/em>\r\nThe APRU Global Health Mini Certificate in Global Aging is a free, virtual, and interactive training program designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of aging.\r\n\u30fbLanguage of instruction: English\r\n\u30fbLectures by six specialists in aging\r\n\u30fbSmall-group breakout discussions facilitated by approximately 30 experts\r\n\u30fbOnline homework assignments (approximately one hour in total)\r\n\r\nParticipants will explore global population aging from social, economic, health, design, and policy perspectives.\r\n\r\n&#x1f30d;<em class=\"txt_bold\"> Background and Key Topics<\/em>\r\nThe world is experiencing population aging at an unprecedented pace due to increasing life expectancy and declining birth rates. This program focuses on the following topics:\r\n\u30fbGlobal and regional demographic trends\r\n\u30fbSocietal, economic, and healthcare impacts of aging\r\n\u30fbAgeism and older adults\u2019 participation in society\r\n\u30fbHealthy aging, prevention, and active lifestyles\r\n\u30fbInnovations in urban, physical, digital, and social design for aging societies\r\n\r\nThe program encourages students to view aging not only as a challenge, but also as an opportunity, fostering perspectives for age-inclusive societies.\r\n\r\n&#x1f3af;<em class=\"txt_bold\">Target Audience<\/em>\r\n\u30fbUndergraduate and graduate students from APRU member universities\r\n(Our university is an APRU member institution.)\r\n\u30fbStudents without a specialization in aging or demography\r\n\u30fbParticularly recommended for students in:\r\n&#x2611;Economics and Business Administration\r\n&#x2611;Education, Urban Planning, and Public Policy\r\n&#x2611;Architecture and Design\r\n&#x2611;Health and Public Health\r\n&#x2611;International Relations, Law, Philosophy, and related fields\r\n\r\nThis program is ideal for students who wish to engage with global issues but are unable to commit to a full semester-long course.\r\n\r\n&#x1f4bb;<em class=\"txt_bold\">Program Structure and Participation Requirements<\/em>\r\n\u30fbEach session includes:\r\n&#x2611;Two 20-minute expert lectures\r\n&#x2611;One 30-minute breakout discussion\r\n\u30fbConducted via Zoom (camera-on required)\r\n\u30fbParticipants who attend all sessions and complete the required homework will receive a Certificate of Participation\r\n\r\n\r\n&#x1f4dd;<em class=\"txt_bold\"> How to Apply<\/em>\r\nPlease apply directly via the program website.\r\n&#x1f4cd;Application Deadline: February 10, 2026\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.apru.org\/event\/apru-mini-certificate-in-global-aging-feb-mar-2026\/\" class=\"btn_nomal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Click here to apply:<\/em><\/a>\r\n&#x26a0;Notes\r\nFinal acceptance decisions will be made by the APRU Global Health Program.\r\n\r\n\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The APRU Global Health Program is pleased to offer the Mini Certificate in Global Aging, which will be held online and free of charge from February to March 2026. 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