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2010-2011 University Catalog
Health Care Security and Privacy Graduate Certificate
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Banner Code: HH-CERG-HCSP
Unit: Health Administration and Policy
The curriculum is expected to enhance the skills of directors responsible for information and physical security at area hospitals, nursing homes, public agencies, insurance companies, and other health care agencies. The curriculum improves the effectiveness of these directors in bringing about change within their own organization and coordinating activities with counterparts in public and private agencies.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree. They must submit the Mason application and two letters of recommendation. Knowledge of the health care system and design of databases is not required, but students without this knowledge are required to take additional courses. Application is made through CHHS.
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Certificate Requirements
Completion of the certificate requires 15-18 credits. Candidates must have a minimum 15 graduate credits and a minimum GPA of 3.00 in course work, with no more than 3 credits with a grade of C to earn the certificate.
Courses can be taken in any sequence. The recommended sequence is in the order of course numbers. Required Courses (12 credits)
Electives (3 credits)
- Select a minimum of 3 credits of advisor approved electives related to health care data or information systems security or policy
Additional Coursework Required
Students are expected to have broad health care experience (or complete HAP 678) and have a knowledge of health care databases (or complete HAP 709).The decision about whether HAP 678 or HAP 709 will be required as part of the individual’s program of study is based upon the applicant’s transcripts and resume and made at the time of admission.
If HAP 678 and/or HAP 709 are required, the total credit requirement increases accordingly. |
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