Online Graduate Certificate in HEALTH INFORMATICS
Program Highlights
- 100% online
- Option to transition into a full masters program in Software Engineering with all CHI credits
- Aimed to meet national need for health IT professionals
- Competitive tuition
- Full tuition coverage available for veterans, under Post-9/11 GI Bill
The certificate requirements are made up of five 3-credit courses, doable within a year:
CSC 8200 | Health Informatics and eHealth Systems |
CSC 8210 | Healthcare Safety, Security, Law and Ethics |
CSC 8220 | Software Engineering and Health Informatics |
CSC 8230 | Database Systems and Health Informatics |
CSC 9010 | Special Topics |
Admission Requirements
Admission to the graduate certificate in Health Informatics program requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. In addition, 3+ years of work experience in health, IT, or a related technical field is required. A computer programming background, either through formal courses or on-the-job training, is a requirement. Thus, a resume listing the candidate's position and responsibilities will be part of the required documents for the application process. In addition, a written statement of purpose and career goals, plus at least two letters of recommendation, will be required. Students can begin in the Summer, Fall, or Spring semester.Application: Complete the online application form.
More Information:
- Vijay Gehlot, PhD. Vijay.gehlot@villanova.edu
- Elliot Sloane, PhD. Elliot.sloane@villanova.edu, ebsloane@gmail.com