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2016-2017 University Catalog 
  
2016-2017 University Catalog

Rehabilitation Science Graduate Certificate


Banner Code:  HH-CERG-RHBS

College: College of Health and Human Services  
Department: 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 Admissions  section of the catalog and must apply using the online Application for Graduate Admission. Applications are considered for the fall semester only. The application process is competitive. For application deadlines and detailed application requirements please refer to the CHHS Admissions website. Late applications will be considered on a space-available basis.

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

Certificate Requirements


A maximum of 3 credits in equivalent course work taken at another college or university can be applied toward the certificate.

Candidates must have 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. Detailed requirements for graduate certificates  are listed in the AP.6 Graduate Policies  section of the catalog.

Total: 15 credits