Health and Crisis Communication Certificate, Online
Program Details
- Location
- Wayne Campus, Akron Campus
- Level
- graduate
- Academic Pathway
- certificate
- Degree/Program Type
- Certificate Program
- Format
- online
- Course Info
- Curriculum Guide
- College
- Health and Human Sciences, College of (Dean's Office)
Program Contact
- Andrea Meluch, Ph.D.
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Graduate Coordinator & Associate Professor
330-972-5189
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Health and Crisis Communication is fully online and prepares graduates with the skills needed to develop and implement health and crisis campaigns in organizations. This certificate is designed for professionals with a bachelor’s degree who are interested in advancing their knowledge and skills related to health messaging. Topics covered include the development of health campaigns, doctor-patient communication, risk communication, crisis management, cultural meanings of health, and ethics.
Admissions Requirements
Students must meet the general requirements for admission to the Graduate School.
Career Outcomes
This certificate prepares professionals for high-impact roles in healthcare and crisis response communication. Graduates pursue careers as patient advocates, public relations specialists for hospitals, social media strategists for healthcare companies, and community health campaign designers. Skills gained can also be applied to medical sales or communication positions in pharmaceutical and public health sectors.