Curriculum
The certificate consists of three required courses — Introduction to Aging Studies,
Introduction to Public Health, and Introduction to U.S. Healthcare and Administration
— and one additional course chosen from the areas of biology, chemistry, health ethics
and general health professions. The certificate may be completed entirely online and
can be completed within one academic year, with entry to the program allowed in Fall,
Spring, or Summer semesters. Students can pursue the certificate concurrently with
degree programs such as biology, chemistry, physics, exercise science, pre-med, social
work and clinical disciplines in the College of Health Professions and WSU Tech.
Credits earned as part of this certificate can also be applied to the Bachelor of Science (BS) in health science.