HELP 2012-2013 University Catalog Rehabilitation Science Graduate Certificate Print-Friendly Page

Banner Code:  HH-CERG-RHBS

Unit: Rehabilitation Science 

The graduate certificate in rehabilitation science prepares students to apply research and statistical techniques to the study of the enabling–disabling process. The Institute of Medicine defines rehabilitation science as “a field of study that encompasses basic and applied aspects of the health sciences, social sciences, and engineering. It is the melding of knowledge from several disciplines to understand the fundamental nature of the enabling–disabling process.” Students will acquire competencies in the following areas: rehabilitation and recovery framework, research design and methodology, statistics, and conduct of applied rehabilitation research. The department hosts information sessions on a regular basis for those interested in our academic programs. Visit the college website for details.

Admission Requirements

Admission to this certificate requires a bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to health sciences from an accredited institution of higher education with a minimum GPA of 3.00 in the last 60 credits. Such fields include, but are not limited to, health science, biostatistics, biology, nursing, medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, physiatry, engineering, and psychology. Applicants must meet the admission standards and application requirements specified in the Admission  chapter of the catalog and must apply using the online Application for Graduate Admission. The application process is competitive, and applications are considered for the fall and spring semesters. For application deadlines and detailed application requirements please refer to Graduate Application Database.

The graduate certificate in rehabilitation science may be pursued only on a part-time basis.