According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical and health service managers is projected to grow by 28% in the next ten years, which is much faster than the average growth for all occupations. The median annual wage for medical and health services managers was $101,340 in May of 2021 (bls.gov).

A Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Quality and Project Management can provide you with the expertise needed to advance into leadership roles within most healthcare organizations. Graduates are well suited to apply their credentials toward the following roles and careers:

• Care Coordinator
• Clinical Manager
• Chief Population Health Officer
• Health Administrator
• Health Coach
• Health Director
• Health Services Manager
• Medical Manager
• Patient Advocate and Navigator
• Policy Analyst
• Population Health Analyst
• Program Manager
• Employee Wellness Manager
• Quality Committee Leader

Steps to Apply

• Complete the graduate application for admission
• Submit a $40 non-refundable application fee
• Request official transcripts certifying an undergraduate degree earned from an accredited institution.
  • Electronic (recommended):
    gradadm@louisville.edu
  • Physical Mail:
    University of Louisville,
    Graduate School
    2211 S Brook St, Houchens Bldg, Rm 105
    Louisville, KY 40292;
• Check for scholarships

Admission Requirements

Students will need to meet the following requirements to apply to this graduate certificate:

1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
2. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75
3. An updated resume or CV (Curriculum Vitae) (admissions committee will review for healthcare experience)
4. A one-page personal statement written by the applicant that is a clear, substantive description of the applicant's goals in public health and health care management

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Please note: MSHA graduates or currently enrolled MSHA students are not eligible to receive this healthcare management certificate. The MSHA CAHME-accredited degree is the appropriate and sufficient credential for development.

International Applicants

If you live outside of the United States and intend to complete an online academic program from your home country, be sure to review these additional requirements for international students.

• Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States will require a foreign credential evaluation.
• Students whose primary language is not English must show English language proficiency by attaining one of the following:
  • TOEFL score of 79 or higher (after conversion for test type)
  • IELTS test score of 6.5 or higher
  • Duolingo English test score of 105 or higher
  • Demonstration of a degree award from an acceptable English language institution, as formally documented by an appropriate institutional official

This is a fifteen (15) credit hour certificate, offered 100% online. Each course is delivered in an 8-week, asynchronous format.

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Course Descriptions

• I have less than a 2.75 grade point average, can I still apply?

  If you have less than a 2.75 GPA, you can still apply. You will need to address your GPA in your personal statement, stating what you have learned and how you plan to be successful in the program. Should you be accepted, it would be accepted on a conditional basis. For more information, we encourage you to check our Application tab or reach out to the program.

• Can I still apply if I don’t have a background in healthcare?

  All organizational experience is welcomed, but healthcare is preferred.

• How long are the courses?

  The courses for the Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Quality and Project Management are carried out over 8 weeks.

• When are courses taught?

  Courses will be taught in the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters, respectively.

• How many classes do I take?

  Students will complete 5 courses worth 3 credit hours each for a total of 15 credit hours.

• Is this program 100% online and asynchronous?

  Yes. Learn on your time and on your schedule from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.