Health Communication Certificate
The 12-credit Health Communication certificate provides students with essential skills in crafting effective communication strategies within the health sector. This certificate analyzes the ways digital platforms influence health messaging, exploring both the impact of emerging media on society and its role in health care. Students gain expertise in health communication research methods, from traditional techniques to the use of big data, and develop the ability to analyze and address cultural differences in health care. Additionally, students will learn how to design and execute strategic health communication campaigns, focusing on issues such as health promotion, disease prevention, and behavior change. Graduates of this certificate will be well-equipped for careers in public health, health care organizations, government agencies, and nonprofits, where there is a growing demand for professionals skilled in using digital media and cultural insights to influence health outcomes and policy.
The certificate is designed to be completed in 12 months for part-time students.
Skills
- Digital Health Strategy Development
- Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods
- Culturally Inclusive Health Strategies
- Health Campaign Design and Execution
- Social Media Impact Analysis
Program of Study
The certificate consists of 12 graduate credit hours, distributed as shown below. All courses are taken online, asynchronously.
Required Course (3 credits)
- ME601: Exploring Digital Culture
Take 3 of the following Elective Courses (9 credits)
- ME750: Foundations for Health Communication
- ME755: Health Communication and Culture
- ME760: Health Communication Campaigns
- ME765: Health Communication Research
For course descriptions, please see the Graduate Academic Catalog.
Admission and How to Apply
For questions or inquiries regarding entry into the Health Communication certificate please request information below, email graduate@loyola.edu, or call 410-617-5020. Students interested in applying to this certificate are encouraged to begin the application early to ensure all materials and transcripts are received on time. More information about admission requirements may be viewed on the admission page.
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