Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education

Elevate your skills and impact.

Many health professionals with a graduate degree desire to transition from professional practice to teaching in academia. Being well-versed in your profession is not enough, however, to make a great practitioner a great teacher.

Mission

The Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education (HPE) at the University of Indianapolis is designed to provide a comprehensive program to prepare health professionals to successfully make the move from practice to the classroom. The HPE graduate certificate is especially appealing to individuals who want to bolster their teaching skills without pursuing a doctoral degree.

Learning Outcomes

Students in the UIndy Graduate Certificate in HPE program will:

  • Describe andragogy (the method and practice of teaching adult learners).
  • Define and use various instructional methodologies.
  • Critique and design curricula.
  • Describe and/or use at least one or more of the following: methods for assessing educational outcomes; methods for designing, implementing, and evaluating online courses; or the history and current state of higher education in the United States.
  • Demonstrate competency in a supervised teaching program.

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Graduate Certificate in HPE Program Details

 

Program Length & Format

The Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education is a self-paced program consisting of 12 credit hours. It is delivered completely online, making it accessible to students regardless of geographic location. The online delivery allows students to work toward set deadlines on a schedule that works for them.

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Course Descriptions

  • HSCI 510 - Foundations of Adult Learning (3 credits)
    The processes involved in andragogy, the teaching or information sharing for adults, is considerably different than the processes involved in pedagogy, the teaching or information sharing for children. The reasons for learning, the concepts and principles of adult learning, and the processes for adult learning have a significant impact on effective teaching and leadership.
  • HSCI 612 - Higher Education & the Professions (3 credits)
    The history of higher education in the United States is examined with particular emphasis on preparation of professionals. Relationships between profession and liberal education will be developed through examination of contrasting processes such as regional and programmatic accreditation.
  • HSCI 614 - Transformative Instructional Design: Classroom & Digital Learning Strategies (3 credits)
    This course provides an in-depth exploration of teaching and learning theories, learning styles, and their application to designing, implementing, and evaluating educational experiences. Emphasizing best practices in both face-to-face and online course design, students will develop the skills necessary to create courses aligned with clear, measurable learning objectives. Participants will engage in the development and application of instructional methodologies that foster active learner engagement in diverse educational settings. Topics include instructional strategies, innovative methodologies, multimedia tools, educational apps and programs, and effective assessment of student learning. By the end of the course, students will demonstrate the ability to design transformative learning experiences for students, colleagues, and the broader community.
  • HSCI 619 - Teaching Practicum (1-3 credits)
    A teaching practicum provides the opportunity for students to be involved in a supervised teaching experience. Under the supervision of an on-site mentor and/or faculty advisor, students will engage in the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum. Students will be responsible for completing and submitting a portfolio that documents the experience. An application and instructor permission is required.
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Sara Young
Dual Doctor of Health Science & Graduate Certificate in HPE, Class of 2023

As a Program Director and full-time educator, the Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education has allowed me to achieve excellence in educating my students. Having just entered a full-time career in higher education, each of the HPE courses provided me with tools necessary to enhance my ability to provide high-quality learning opportunities for my students. Every class had assignments directly related to my duties as an instructor. The HPE certificate helped boost my career in higher education.

Graduate Certificate in HPE Admission Requirements

Individuals interested in the Graduate Certificate in HPE at UIndy must have an earned master's degree or doctorate from a regionally accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In addition, candidates must demonstrate at least two years of recent experience working in a health-related field and hold a current license (if one is required to practice in their discipline).

To apply for the Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education you will need:

  • A completed online application
  • $25 application fee for graduate programs
  • A master's or doctorate degree from a regionally accredited institution
  • Official transcripts for all colleges/universities where a degree was earned, demonstrating a 2.5 GPA or higher
  • Resume or curriculum vitae
  • At least two years of recent experience working (or volunteering) in a health-related field and hold a current license if one is required to practice in your discipline
    • Experience can be documented through your resume or CV
    • Proof of license can be a PDF printout showing active status from your state licensing board
  • Personal statement, which should be no more than three pages (double-spaced), highlighting your background/experience, educational and career goals, and your specific interest in the Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education Program at the University of Indianapolis

Additional requirements for international applicants

when can I start?

Students may begin the certificate program at the start of any semester: Fall, Winter, or Summer.

  • August Start: The application deadline is August 1
  • January Start: The application deadline is December 1
  • May Start: The application deadline is April 1

If you have additional questions, please contact the College of Health Sciences Admissions Counselors (chsadmissions@uindy.edu).

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