As use of big data gains importance in the health care industry, health professionals are increasingly expected to understand aspects of data use and application, and employers are seeking health care professionals with in-depth knowledge and understanding of healthcare data sources and types and the systems that drive them. Not only can these professionals aid in the collection and analysis of patient and health information, they can turn healthcare data into meaningful insights used both to improve the overall health of patients, including diagnosis and treatment, and the speed and efficiency of processes within agencies and organizations.
The Graduate Certificate in Health Data Analytics is a 13-15 credit interdisciplinary offering of the Computer Science and Public Health & Health Sciences departments. The certificate can be completed in just three semesters, and provides students skills in data analysis, data reporting, performance improvement, and related healthcare measurements they can use to inform organizational decisions. The program is offered in a hybrid format; students can engage in distance learning or attend traditional face-to-face classes (computer science courses are offered via distance learning in a cyber classroom allowing for class sessions to be taught in a traditional face-to-face format and automatically recorded for student access online at any time).
The certificate may be earned in conjunction with a degree program or as a stand-alone credential. (Students pursuing a stand-alone credential are not eligible for federal financial aid and may not participate in Commencement.) After the student applies for graduation, the certificate is posted to the student’s official transcript and an official diploma stating the area of the certificate is issued.
Admission Information
The Graduate Programs Office serves as the primary source of information for all prospective graduate students, providing detailed guidance and resources to facilitate the application process. Up-to-date and comprehensive details regarding admissions procedures, requirements and deadlines can be found on the program page on the Graduate Programs website.
Academic Rules and Regulations
See the College of Health Sciences (CHS) and Graduate Study sections for rules and regulations pertaining to all College of Health Sciences graduate programs.
Note
Students in the final semester of a UM-Flint healthcare baccalaureate program may receive an override to begin the graduate certificate while completing the baccalaureate degree. Tuition for graduate courses taken while a graduate student will be charged at the undergraduate major tuition rate.
