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Village 101: How to Start and Launch a Village course is made possible through the generous support of the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging. Villages are grassroots, member-driven programs that promote aging-in-community by offering services, supports, and social opportunities tailored to the unique needs of their neighborhoods, towns, regions, or counties. Throughout this course, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of aging in the United States and explore the Village model in action. You’ll see inspiring examples of Villages from across the country, with a special focus on those in the Central Ohio region. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and tools to start your own Village!

What You’ll Learn

  • Understand Aging within the context of the United States
  • Understand the Village Movement and what defines a Village
  • Understand key stakeholders to engage as you initiate Village efforts
  • Understand how to conduct a community needs assessment to identify residents’ interests, capacities, and needs relevant to Village development
  • Understand the steps to launch and build a Village

What You’ll Earn

  • Certificate of Completion from The Ohio State University

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For questions about the enrollment process, payment options, technology, or course records, please submit an inquiry and our Enrollment Support team will assist you within 24 hours during business days.

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For questions about course details contact Marisa Sheldon at sheldon.127@osu.edu.

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Section Title
Age Friendly: Villages
Type
Online
Dates
Sep 30, 2025 to Dec 31, 2026
Delivery Options
Online Self-Paced  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee $100.00
Drop Request Deadline
No drop request allowed after enrollment
Transfer Request Deadline
No transfer request allowed after enrollment
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