Mind-Body Medicine Advanced Practice Certificate at Thomas Jefferson University

The Mind-Body Medicine Advanced Practice Certificate at Thomas Jefferson University is a Part Time Graduate Certificate program offered on the Online campus in Philadelphia, United States of America. The program is delivered online in English and can be completed in 1 year. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on May 1, 2027.

About Mind-Body Medicine Advanced Practice Certificate

Application Process & Deadlines

To be considered complete and eligible for review, all supporting materials must be received by the deadline.

Fall Application Deadline: August 1
Spring Application Deadline: December 1

Application Requirements & Instructions

The Mind-Body Medicine Advanced Practice Certificate will bring a new dynamic to professional healthcare education, focusing on mind-body strategies to reduce stress and improve health-related quality of life.

The Institute of Emerging Health Professions and The Marcus Institute of Integrative Health are joining forces to introduce integrative health education for clinicians and healthcare professionals. The Marcus Institute of Integrative Health, established in 2017, includes the historic first and only department of "Integrative Medicine and Nutritional Sciences," housed within a medical college. At the Marcus Institute, leading clinicians in the field combine the best of modern medicine with functional, integrative health approaches designed to empower patients, add value to their treatment plans, and enhance health performance and vitality. A professional healthcare license or current enrollment in a healthcare program leading to licensure is required for admission consideration.

Curriculum

This Advanced Practice Certificate in Mind-Body Medicine is unique in that it provides a foundation in mind-body medicine as well as clinical and integrative applications of specific modalities. With an increasingly high demand for mind-body education among health professionals, learners will be better equipped to incorporate these modalities into practice, to improve overall health outcomes across a wide range of patients. Upon completion of this certificate, students will fulfill the foundational course requirements needed for Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and the Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET) basic training.

Courses

Developed and instructed by industry experts, this program consists of three 3-credit hour courses that are offered online to provide flexibility for working professionals. This graduate certificate program was developed specifically for licensed, or soon to be, healthcare providers.

Course Name	Credit Hours
Foundations in Mind-Body Medicine	3
Advanced Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction*	3
Advanced Mind-Body Practice: The Neuro-Emotional Technique*	3

*Course includes 1-2 day(s) in-person or optional online intensives.

*Option to take one course as non-matriculated student.

Disciplines

College of Health Professions

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Mind-Body Medicine Advanced Practice Certificate at Thomas Jefferson University

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

Tuition and Fee Information for Mind-Body Medicine Advanced Practice Certificate at Thomas Jefferson University

Application Fee 50

How to Apply for Mind-Body Medicine Advanced Practice Certificate at Thomas Jefferson University

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.

Mind-Body Medicine Advanced Practice Certificate at Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University

United States of America, Philadelphia