Health Professions Teaching & Learning Graduate Certificate

Thomas Jefferson University

United States of America, Philadelphia

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Duration4 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 1,129 / credit

Next IntakeMay 1, 2023

Health Professions Teaching & Learning Graduate Certificate

About

The graduate certificate in health professions teaching and learning will prepare current healthcare professionals to become successful and effective clinical educators, providing them the knowledge and skills to utilize evidence-based frameworks and best practice methodologies to educate the future healthcare workforce.

Due to the demanding need for healthcare educators, Jefferson offers a 12 credit certificate program to prepare health professions teachers. The programs cater to working professionals by offering a fully online and asynchronous program. The Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Teaching and Learning will cover specialized areas of study including: simulation and interprofessional education along with core education and teaching topics including curriculum design and program assessment.

Program Highlights

Fully online, majority asynchronous
Competitive pricing
Training and education for future clinical educators, physician educators, and university faculty
Short term time commitment, program can be completed in 3 semester including in the summer
All certificate credits apply to the Masters in Health Professions Education if you are interested in furthering your education

Curriculum

Instructional Technology & Learning (2 credits)
Curriculum & Instructional Design (2 credits)
Program Assessment & Evaluation (2 credits)
Simulation for Health Professions Education (3 credits)
Interprofessional Education & Collaborative Practice in Healthcare (3 credits)

Fully online, majority asynchronous
Competitive pricing
Training and education for future clinical educators, physician educators, and university faculty
Short term time commitment, program can be completed in 3 semester including in the summer
All certificate credits apply to the Masters in Health Professions Education if you are interested in furthering your education

Disciplines

College of Health Professions Institute of Emerging Health Professions

Requirements

Entry Requirements

International applicants may be required to submit results from an English Language Proficiency Exam. Additional information about the English Language Proficiency requirement can be found on the Admissions Information page for your program of interest.

Students who have taken coursework outside of the United States should submit a course-by-course academic credential evaluation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member credentialing organization. Applicants who do not have a NACES evaluation are required to submit official transcripts, along with an official English translation, to Jefferson for review. Thomas Jefferson University reserves the right to outsource student academic credentials to our NACES member partner for evaluation.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Career

Dentist

Fee Information

Application Fee 50

How to Apply

After submitting the application, you will receive instructions on how to submit the supporting application materials listed below through your online MyJefferson account. If you prefer, you may also mail your materials to:

Thomas Jefferson University
Application Document Processing
4201 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144

You will receive a MyJefferson identification number via email once you submit your application for admission. Be sure to include your name and MyJefferson ID on all documents that you mail to Jefferson.

Supporting Materials

The Admissions Committee emphasizes a holistic review process that examines the entirety of an applicant's academic aptitude, motivation, problem-solving skills, leadership potential and life experiences. Admission decisions are individualized to the specific attributes of the applicant.

Transcripts: Submit official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions you have attended and/or from which you earned credit. Official transcripts must be sent electronically by the institution to [email protected] or mailed to the address above. Before applying to Jefferson, please review the prerequisites required for admission for this academic program.

Personal Statement: Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.

Letters of Recommendation: Submit three letters of reference that provide insight into your academic and/or professional competence. References from college or university faculty members or professional sources are accepted. You may request recommendations through your MyJefferson account.

Résumé: A current professional résumé is required.

Health Professions Teaching & Learning Graduate Certificate

Thomas Jefferson University

United States of America, Philadelphia

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