Knowledge of and interest in geropsychology among psychology trainees

Given the increasing number of older people in the U.S. population, how well prepared are graduate students to deliver services to older adults? Do graduate students want to see older adults in clinical practice? Ninety-four psychology externs and interns were surveyed about their knowledge of and attitudes toward older people. Although trainees evidenced gaps in knowledge, they indicated interest in expanding that knowledge. They also reported favorable attitudes toward the aged and interest in practice with them. This article summarizes geropsychology resources for graduate program directors, students, and practitioners who want to expand practice to include older adults.