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Drexel University offers the online Graduate Certificate in Construction Management. This program teaches professionals the multidisciplinary skills required of effective senior construction managers. The program produces industry leaders that exhibit strong technical and managerial skills, apply scientific methodologies to problem solving, are critical thinkers, exercise creativity, and inject innovation into the process.

Prepare to become an agent of change for your organization with the Graduate Certificate in Corporate Entrepreneurship from Drexel University. This online program builds on the skills gained from your undergraduate degree to focus on entrepreneurial skills useful in business settings.

Students in this Entrepreneurship program online learn how to develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders, use innovative strategies in corporate settings, and initiate organizational development and change. The three courses comprising this program focus on the soft skills employers seek, such as problem solving, effective communication, and innovation.

Drexel University offers an online Graduate Certificate in Creativity & Innovation. This program provides students with the inspiration and creativity to take their organization to a new level in problem solving. The degree meets the needs of diverse organizations and across many fields, providing contemporary knowledge and best practices.

Drexel University offers the online Graduate Certificate in Financial Regulatory Compliance. This certificate focuses on financial regulatory structure and the industry’s extensive compliance requirements. It is designed for those who seek careers managing mutual funds, hedge funds, and other investments. Courses cover auditing, investigating, reporting, and risk assessment, as well as regulations for investment advisors and companies, preparing you for in-demand compliance positions at both large and small financial institutions.

Drexel University offers the online Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Compliance.  This certificate is intended for those working in human resources and related fields who would benefit from focused legal knowledge regarding compliance, as well as those seeking a career change. The curriculum includes both a small core of general law courses, focused training in ethics and compliance, and in-depth study of crucial issues in human resources rules and regulation.

Drexel University offers an online Graduate Certificate in NCAA Compliance for students seeking tools to help collegiate athletes follow the rules and regulations. The coursework covers labor laws, antitrust, remedies, arbitration, and other policies related to the sports industry. Professionals seeking careers in collegiate athletics will benefit from the knowledge presented in this program.

Drexel University offers the online Graduate Certificate in Real Estate. This certificate seeks to produce professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills required to be successful, and who have a clear perspective on the issues in the real estate development process and the industry as a whole. Students develop the skills required to create, maintain, and build environments for living, working and entertainment purposes. Graduates will gain skills required to build, create and maintain living, working and leisure environments.  

Relevant issues include the following:

• project finance and market analysis
• development law and public policy
• real estate as investments
• environmental remediation
• design and construction
• architecture
• operations

With the goal of cultivating innovation, the MS in Creative Education and Entrepreneurship from Drexel offers an interdisciplinary education. Students encounter project-based learning experiences to develop their creativity, design thinking, and entrepreneurship.

This online master’s degree develops your personal leadership skills while building your creativity and entrepreneurial mindset. Beyond the classroom, graduates can use their training for businesses, corporate organizations, and nonprofits.

Students have access to two creative hubs at Drexel—Balada Institute for Entrepreneurship and the Drexel/Torrance Center for Creativity and Innovation. Topics of study include such subjects as:

• Neuroscience, creativity, and innovation
• Entrepreneurial practice and mindset
• Creativity in the workplace
• Marketing skills

Drexel University offers the online Creativity & Innovation. This degree develops students' ability to solve real-world problems through challenging and practical coursework that fosters professional excellence for tomorrow's leaders. Students will acquire the skills to conduct methodical analysis of problematic situations in a variety of settings, whether corporate, educational or military, and devise and implement the best possible solutions. This degree is ideal for professionals looking to develop themselves and the organizations they work for.

Drexel University offers the online MS in Entrepreneurship & Innovation. This degree develops your entrepreneurial mindset, providing the skills needed to launch new ventures or nurture a culture of innovation within established companies. Entrepreneurship covers more than the technical process of launching new companies. This degree develops the following skills that foster the pursuit of innovation:

• critical thinking and problem solving
• opportunity recognition
• calculated risk-taking
• adaptability
• creativity
• initiative

Drexel University offers the online MS in Retail & Merchandising. With an eye to both the future of retail and the mind of today’s consumer, this program focuses on the emerging technologies changing how we think of retail today. You will learn about the rise of e-commerce and the importance of mobile technologies in today’s shopping experience, and make strategic plans to best utilize these tools to grow your business. This degree is designed for both current industry professionals and those seeking to change careers. Coursework covers cultural theory, new merchandising technologies, retail data analysis, strategic planning, and social media

Potential career opportunities:

• Regional Retail Operations Manager
• Manufacturer Sales Representative
• General Merchandise Manager
• Retail Corporate Executive
• Post-Secondary Educator
• Merchandise Buyer

Drexel University offers a Master of Science in Television and Media Management program for professionals seeking expertise in media technology, audience analytics, and broadcasting. The program features faculty experienced in national media and the TV market, as well as a curriculum combining practical and academic principles. 

This part-time online program can be completed in as little as two years. Students in the online technology management degree learn about changes in the media industry including new revenue models, rapidly changing telecommunications policy, evolving technology, shifting audience loyalties, and an often unpredictable global marketplace. Graduates will be prepared to work as skilled and creative professionals to lead the future of content creation and delivery across platforms and devices. 

Some of the courses available to students cover topics such as:

• Media law for television management
• Audience data and analytics
• Money and the media
• TV technology and innovation
• Media systems and dynamics

Drexel University offers an online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Business Analytics. This program is designed to help students make strategic business decisions by interpreting and analyzing data. The curriculum is aligned with current business challenges so students will be prepared to uncover insights and make predictive solutions to be effective in the current marketplace.

The Digital Content Management concentration of this Master of Science in Information degree focuses on the technological aspects of the field. Students learn how to run content management systems, design and develop software solutions, and implement technological changes in their organization.

A digital content manager’s main role is to effectively create, manage, and leverage digital content. This online CIS degree covers content ranging from text to graphics to audio and video, as well as content management systems. Courses combine knowledge of content, technology, and business to fully prepare students for their future roles.

Core courses include studies of the following:

• Database management systems
• Information retrieval systems
• Information visualization
• Enterprise content management
• Applied ontology

With increased reliance on technology, businesses have a rising need to understand how people interact with their devices. The online master’s in Information concentrating on Human Computer Interactions and User Experience focuses on the relationships between people and computing systems.

Courses guide students to create technologies that support daily activities, from work to home to wellness to entertainment. This web development degree online is beneficial to both newcomers to the field as well as those with a technical or design background. Projects allow students to build user interface prototypes and practice recognizing and communicating key pieces of data.

Some of the class topics available include:

• Designing with data
• Social and collaborative computing
• User experience research methods
• Design problem solving
• Information policy and ethics

Drexel University offers an online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Applied Data Science. This program is designed for those entering the emerging field of data science who are seeking a strong foundation before pursuing a master’s program.

The program consists of two core courses, with an additional three electives chosen by the student to fit their professional interests. The online Data Science program’s curriculum is interdisciplinary, focusing on data organizations, mining, retrieval, analytics, and more. Students learn how to identify and apply appropriate methods to address data-intensive problems. Graduates will be able to interpret and communicate the results of statistical and algorithmic analysis.

Some of the electives available include:

• Applied machine learning for data science
• Applied cloud computing
• Data and digital stewardship
• Social network analytics
• Information visualization

Professionals with a background in STEM or computer science can use the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in AI and Machine Learning to enter the field of Artificial Intelligence. Credits from this program can also be applied toward Drexel’s master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

The program consists of two foundational courses, plus two electives chosen to fit the student’s professional interests. Classes provide a strong foundation in the algorithms, mathematics, and applications of AI and Machine Learning. Skills in programming fundamentals, programming languages such as Python and R, and a background in mathematics make students valuable in the workplace. 

Common job titles for graduates include:

• Data scientist
• Software engineer
• Deep learning engineer
• Algorithm developer
• Computer vision engineer

Drexel University offers graduate students an online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Computational Data Science. The technical depth of the curriculum gives current professionals the quantitative skills to emerge as leaders in the industry.

The online Data Science program focuses largely on computational and systems issues. Graduates will possess the skills to analyze problems and identify the data analysis and computing necessary to achieve the desired results. Credits from this certificate can be applied toward the online master’s degree in Data Science.

Students have access to electives covering topics such as:

• Artificial intelligence
• Computer vision
• Machine learning
• Data analysis at scale
• Deep learning

The online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Computer Science prepares professionals to tackle the latest challenges in the field through knowledge of theoretical and technical foundations. Unlike software engineering, computer science takes a broader focus to software systems. 

Courses provide basic theory, programming, and other technical skills. Students can use this program to pursue entry-level roles in computing and informatics or to refresh and update their existing computer skills. Classes from the online Computer Science certificate can be applied toward a master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Cybersecurity.

Computer Science skills are valuable for positions in sectors such as:

• Computing and security technology
• Data science
• Health informatics
• Library and information science systems

Turn your background in computer science, engineering, or the humanities into a springboard into a new and emerging field with the online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Human-Computer Interactions and User Experience. Graduate students can use this certificate to gain a foundational understanding of how we interact with technology and how we use technology to interact with others.

HCI and UX professionals seek to improve our interactions with digital technology. Courses cover topics including information innovation through design thinking, user experience research methods, and prototyping the user experience. Courses can transfer into Drexel University’s online master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction and User Experience.

Current types of human-computer interfaces explored in this program include:

• Graphical user
• Menu driven
• Voice driven
• Command line
• Touch sensitive

You can gain focused legal knowledge around compliance with the Graduate Certificate in Criminal Law from Drexel University. The online criminal justice degree benefits those in such fields as:

• The military
• Social work
• Corrections
• Criminal justice reform

Through the online criminal justice graduate certificate program, you focus on ethics and the crucial issues within criminal law. Students enjoy a shortened quarter system for their coursework.

You can learn to work with confidential information with the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity & Information Privacy Compliance from Drexel University. The online cybersecurity program examines cyber and privacy regulations.

Through the online cybersecurity graduate certificate program, students from both technical and non-technical backgrounds benefit from the coursework from the School of Law. Your online studies delve into such business topics as:

• Third-party compliance
• International regulations
• Information breach management

You can gain expertise in legal compliance with the Master of Legal Studies from Drexel University. The online law degree provides a solid foundation of the law without earning a law degree.

Through the online law master’s degree program, you can select from specialized concentrations to align with your career goals. Besides concentration areas in sports law, pharmaceuticals, and information privacy, you can also choose to focus on such areas as:

• Entrepreneurship and law
• Healthcare compliance
• Human resources compliance
• Financial regulatory compliance

Not all education occurs in the classroom. The Bachelor of Science in Education from Drexel University provides pedagogy-based skills to support education-related initiatives in business and the nonprofit realm.

Besides being ideal preparation for graduate studies, this online general education bachelor’s degree can lead to success outside of schools. Graduates prepare to work in such areas as:

• Education nonprofits
• Youth advocacy
• Instructional design
• Training and development 

The online Graduate Certificate in Advanced Teaching and Curriculum program meets the needs of in-service teachers in a variety of educational settings who seek advanced knowledge beyond that required for initial teacher certification in the areas of effective instruction, curriculum, and assessment.  The curriculum provides opportunities to explore a variety of other roles in an educational setting including instructional leaders beyond the classroom, researchers, and professionals in foundations, associations, corporations, and private education institutions.  Graduates understand various educational organizations and sectors and have expertise in developing, analyzing, implementing, and evaluating instructional strategies.

In response to the growing number of youth with Asperger’s or Autism syndrome, Drexel University offers a Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders. This online special education program instills the following qualities as they pertain to these issues to help you help others:

• Fundamental skills
• Content knowledge
• Teaching methods
• Interventions and support techniques

Learners do not need teacher certification for this online special education graduate certificate program. Those with an active Pennsylvania teaching certificate can apply for the PA Autism Spectrum Disorders endorsement with successful completion of this program.

Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Collaborative Special Education Law & Process trains professionals to implement federal and state mandates to help students with special needs and disabilities. This online special education graduate certificate covers educational policy that benefits students with disabilities.

This online program develops highly qualified special education professionals (both teachers and administrators) to advocate for those with special needs. You will learn what it takes to work in the complex process of implementing state and federal mandates to make education accessible to those with special needs.

Benefits of this program include:

• Scholar-practitioner faculty
• Opportunities to learn alongside advocates and parents
• Credits apply to the MS in Special Education from Drexel

You can bring innovation to your workplace with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Creativity Tools & Techniques for the Classroom & Workplace. This online general education program also imparts problem-solving techniques allowing you to lead through hands-on, creative techniques.

You learn to foster creative mindsets to create a productive work environment. The program benefits those in such settings as:

• Business
• Nonprofit management
• K-12 education
• Higher education

You can complete the training hours and coursework for the Wilson Reading System Level I Certification with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Dyslexia Specialist / Wilson Reading System. This online reading and literacy program provides both the coursework and observation hours required for the WRS certification.

The online reading and literacy coursework prepares educators to address the diverse and changing needs of students. You learn to work with those who have language-based learning disabilities or are below grade level in reading and spelling. Specific skills learned in this highly sought-after program include:

• Sound-symbol association in the English language
• English language structure
• Use of diagnostic techniques to improve decoding and spelling

The online Graduate Certificate in E-Learning Leadership is designed to meet the needs of professionals across many fields through a large-scale, high-quality e-learning program.  The curriculum provides current knowledge and skills that allow students to design educational content and programs to disseminate via varying online formats, including home, office, and mobile.  Students learn about the entrepreneurial aspects of leading e-learning enterprises and impart leadership over the approach to pedagogy and e-learning technologies to optimize learning outcomes and return on investment.

The online Graduate Certificate in Educational Policy program focuses on leading-edge factors in educational policy-making and on the application of policy-making skills.  The curriculum emphasizes educational and societal issues related to “access and equity” to the full range of educational resources within the United States and abroad.  These resources include those related to technology and connectivity, demographics, economic status, urban/suburban/rural location, and legislative and jurisdictional boundaries.

You can better understand the legal aspects of higher education jobs with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Compliance. This online higher education graduate certificate delves into crucial rules and regulations pertaining to higher education. It benefits those in such positions as:

• Financial aid counselors
• Risk management officers
• Student advisors

You can learn to navigate dynamic changes for higher education with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Leadership. This online program benefits those currently working in higher education. Career changers also find a path to working in higher education with this graduate certificate.

Besides covering risk prevention and technology, the interdisciplinary coursework addresses such topics as:

• Equity and access
• Legal and ethical matters
• Diversity and globalization
• Transformative leadership

You can become tomorrow’s leader in instructional design with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for e-Learning. This online program lends expertise in the techniques and tools of systematic instructional design for virtual learning.

The online instructional design program benefits those interested in designing for the following settings:

• PreK-12 education
• Higher education and adult education
• Workplace training
• Learning and development programs

The online K-12 Virtual School Leadership certificate meets the needs for virtual and hybrid K-12 instruction by training teachers, administrators, and educational specialists, including counselors.  The curriculum provides a range of knowledge and skills.

Learn how to:

• Mentor and coach teachers
• Deliver distance learning students with quality education
• Assessment and evaluate outcomes
• Utilize technology and communication to be an effective online teacher

You can learn to improve education through data-driven decisions with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Learning Analytics. This online general education graduate certificate uses a broad range of methods, including data collection, analysis, and visualization of results. You learn to:

• Understand and improve instructional processes
• Develop the role of data in organizational change
• Lead change within educational systems

Seasoned practitioners who have published professionally help you learn the essential information. The general education curriculum provides hands-on analytical activities that provide real-world examples. Credits can be transferred to a master’s degree.

You can advance your skills in teaching math with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Mathematics Learning & Teaching. The online STEAM education graduate certificate lends expertise through such ways as:

• Problem-based practices
• Student-centered outcomes
• Technology-intensive instruction
• Cutting-edge techniques

The highly interactive online learning platform provides extensive interaction with cohorts and faculty. All credits from this STEAM education program apply to Drexel’s master’s degree in this area.

You can be a change leader with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Mind, Brain & Learning. This online general education graduate certificate provides a comprehensive and historical overview of the learning sciences. Topics of study include neuroscience, psychology, didactics, and pedagogy.

Within this online general education program, you learn the critical connections that lead to improved student outcomes through practices and research. Such relationships include the following:

• Neuroscience, creativity, and innovation
• Neuropedagogy/neuroandrogogy and assessment
• Neurodiversity in education and the workforce

All students have access to the university’s E-LaBS research consortium, which gives access to scholars and cutting-edge research in Mind, Brain, and Learning Science.

You can make an impact in virtual learning with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching & Learning. This online instructional design graduate certificate meets the growing demand for educators in the virtual realm.

You gain specific instructional knowledge and skills to design and deliver content knowledge through e-Learning platforms. The instructional design program appeals to those interested in online education in such settings as:

• PreK-12
• Higher education and adult education
• Corporate and business environments
• Nonprofit organizations

You can up your coaching skills with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Sport Leadership. This online physical education and coaching certificate teaches leadership and communication skills.

Students gain a strong research foundation in coaching. You learn to use data-driven solutions to address current and emerging trends in sports. Through the online coaching coursework, you discover how to help those in such situations as:

• Former athletes looking for a career in sports
• Educators moving into coaching
• Current coaches seeking to improve their practices

With the increasing lack of connectedness among higher education students, programs that train education administrators to address such deficiencies are needed. The Graduate Certificate in Student Development & Affairs from Drexel strives to meet this need.

This online education administration graduate certificate prepares professionals to tackle the ongoing transformation and societal changes facing students at colleges and universities. The program delves into policies and practices that can bring students together.

You can explore the processes and substance of education policy in the US with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in US Education Policy. This online education administration graduate certificate delves into the governance and practices of the education system.

Through the online coursework, you gain a deep foundational knowledge of such areas as:

• US education system
• Policy making
• Key issues

The online Master of Science in Global and International Education is designed to prepare students to work effectively with the complex economic, political, cultural, and social contexts that influence education and learning in diverse parts of the world.  The curriculum provides the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to work within this field, so students can recognize the various dimensions of educational interventions and lead their organizations in addressing dramatic changes in society and culture due to globalization and its influence on education.  Coursework teaches students to develop, analyze, and implement new educational policies in a variety of multicultural settings, both public and private; and provides critique on international, comparative, and educational research.

You can earn your Supervisor of Special Education certification in Pennsylvania with Drexel’s Post-Bachelor’s Certificate in Special Education Leadership. This online special education program appeals to those seeking supervisory roles in special education programs. 

To enter this program, candidates must have a valid teaching certificate and five years of educational experience. The online coursework imparts skills and content knowledge in special education leadership. 

You can earn your Pennsylvania Teacher Certification for grades PreK-4 with Drexel’s Post-Bachelor’s Certificate in Teaching / PreK-4 Education. This online elementary education certificate blends online courses with field experiences.

The post-bachelor’s certificate appeals to those with a bachelor’s degree who seek teacher certification. The online elementary education program also appeals to those working in temporary roles or as substitute teachers.

Drexel offers a Post-Bachelor’s Certificate in Teaching / Secondary Education for those seeking teacher certification in secondary education. The program benefits those in temporary teaching positions as well as career changers.

Students enjoy the flexibility of online courses and the hands-on practices provided by field experiences. Credits from this online secondary education program apply to Drexel’s Master’s in Secondary Education.

The online certificate program offers certification areas such as biology, chemistry, general science, and earth science. Outside of the sciences, you can choose a specialty from subjects including:

• Social studies
• Physics
• Mathematics
• English

Drexel offers a School Principal Certification to develop leaders for K-12 settings. The online education administration professional certificate imparts such competencies as:

• Active listening
• Speaking and writing
• Team building
• Conflict resolution

Besides developing your leadership skills, you will learn the education administration foundations needed to help students succeed per 21st-century learning goals. With your newfound communication skills, you can coach and mentor teachers for better decision-making around instruction and assessment in the classroom.

The beauty of studying biomedicine at Drexel University is the breadth of offerings in this area of health science. You can specialize in areas such as:

• Optometry or audiology
• Occupational therapy
• Physician assistant studies
• Biological sciences

Designed for working professionals, the online health sciences program allows you to collaborate with successful research laboratories in your area for your research project. The program is ideal for mid-level faculty looking to advance their careers.

Takeaways from your education include effective literature reviews, mastering research techniques, and understanding confidentiality and ethical directives. You will also learn methods to publish your findings that maintain the integrity of your research.

The online Graduate Certificate in Engineering Management program is designed for engineers and scientists who want in-depth exposure to skills and knowledge needed for management roles. This certificate allows them to gain the knowledge without having to commit to the entire program. The curriculum provides a solid introduction to engineering management through courses in management, finance, and economics. Graduates are ready to advance in their present organizations or move on to other positions.

You can up your game in engineering with the Graduate Certificate in Hardware Systems Engineering from Drexel University. This online systems engineering graduate program blends hardware design engineering with systems engineering and product development.

Through the online systems engineering graduate program, you acquire knowledge of RF, electromechanical, and digital design of hardware, software, and firmware. Students gain expertise in such areas as:

• Cross-disciplinary technical design
• Engineering project planning and execution
• Hardware product development experience
• Systems engineering lifecycle process implementation

Learn naval skills for the 21st century with the Graduate Certificate in Naval Engineering from Drexel University. This online general engineering graduate program offers expertise in support of ships to engineers from any discipline.

The online general engineering graduate program teaches you to develop, design, construct, operate, and maintain ships. You can focus your program through a selection of electives from such topics as:

• Systems engineering analysis
• Advanced naval engineering
• Systems integration and test
• Systems reliability, availability, and maintainability

You can gain expertise in reducing and preventing conflict with the Graduate Certificate in Peace Engineering from Drexel University. This online general engineering graduate program integrates such elements as:

• Policies
• Engineering approaches
• Innovative technologies
• Peacebuilding practices

Through the online general engineering graduate program, you gain technical competencies and an understanding of human dimensions in conflict. Students strive to promote sustainability, social equity, transparency, prosperity, and entrepreneurship. Be part of this groundbreaking application of engineering principles to reduce conflict.

The online Graduate Certificate in Systems Engineering program is beneficial for engineers in early to mid-stage careers who are functioning or wish to move into positions as Systems Engineers along with anyone looking for a foundation in systems engineering knowledge that will allow them to work in the field. Relevant fields include defense contractors, infrastructure planning and management, medical systems, data systems, energy systems, manufacturing, and construction management. This program equips students with fundamental skills associated with systems engineering and focuses on the activities and functions that are required for effective systems engineering design and analysis.

Professionals in health sciences looking to advance their careers find the solution in the Master of Science in Biomedicine from Drexel University. The program’s carefully designed structure allows students to continue working full-time.

Under the umbrella of biomedicine, students can choose a specialty among clinical and biological science options. The outcomes of your studies include:

• Producing and managing data of the highest quality
• Using effective techniques in reviewing published studies
• Publishing findings while maintaining the interpretation and integrity of your research

You will take all your courses online. Your research will be coordinated with established mentors from a research laboratory in your area. You can complete an online graduate degree in health sciences from your locale.

This online health sciences program, designed for professionals with a degree in audiology, goes beyond the specific technical information offered by cochlear implant manufacturers. The Advanced Studies in Cochlear Implants certificate fills the need for experts to keep abreast of advancing technology in cochlear implants. Students delve deeply into the materials and methods for best practices in providing cochlear implant services.

This online certificate program in health sciences provides the following outcomes:

• Expand knowledge about the science of cochlear implants
• Improve clinical skills, and
• Promote scientific expertise in clinical services

Drexel University cuts through the noise and offers advanced training through its online health sciences certificate program offered at the Elkins Park Campus. The Advanced Studies in Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Certificate enhances the professional skills of clinicians. Designed for those with a degree in audiology, the program focuses on the assessment and management of hyperacusis (sensitivity to noise) and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). 

Practitioners learn best clinical practices as well as the materials and methods for providing the best care for their patients. Coursework offers graduate-level training for those who want to augment their professional skills in tinnitus and hyperacusis. The in-depth curriculum includes topics on:

• The neuroscience of these conditions
• Assessment techniques
• Rehabilitation and management through clinical models

Drexel University provides training to help practitioners keep pace with developments in the health sciences. The Advanced Studies in Vestibular Sciences and Disorders Certificate program offered at the Elkins Park Campus has four outcomes:

• Expand knowledge
• Improve clinical skills
• Review of current research and best practices
• Gain general expertise

Open to degree holders in audiology, the program offers the most current science in vestibular and balance disorders. Courses cover methods of treatment and the diagnosis of related disorders. Graduates gain a holistic and comprehensive mastery of normal and abnormal functions and the consequences of vestibular disorders. 

• The program augments the professional skills of those working in the health sciences. The resulting credentials help to advance your career as you will be able to offer specialized care for those with vestibular disorders.

The online Certificate in Epidemiology and Biostatistics is a graduate-level, interdisciplinary program designed for working professionals coming from a variety of backgrounds including physicians, nurses, health educators, and policy experts.  Students study disease prevention and health promotion.

Drexel University offers an online Certificate in Healthcare Informatics. The program offers study on the design and development of healthcare innovations related to the services provided. The curriculum teaches on how to use technology for patient care and prepare for management roles in healthcare.

The online Certificate in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Health focuses on the concerns and disparities particular to the LGBT community that often go unaddressed in standard healthcare.  Emphasis is placed on understanding the complex medical and ethical considerations involved in the study of LGBT healthcare, and examines how sexual identities impact health and the subsequent treatment received.

The online Certificate in Maternal and Child Health provides the knowledge and skills needed to promote the health and well-being of women, infants, children, adolescents, and families in local, domestic, and global settings.  Students learn leadership competencies, how to translate data into practice, plan and evaluate programs, and communicate effectively.

The online Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding is designed for those wishing to enter the medical billing and coding field or for those currently working in health care organizations who wish to take their skills and career opportunities to the next level.  Courses focus on the four most commonly used coding manuals, CPT, HCPCS, ICD-9-CM, and ICD-10, providing all the information students need to take the national certification exams.

The online Certificate of Advanced Study in Complementary and Integrative Therapies provides practicing healthcare professionals with an “evidence-based program” that teaches students to assess, guide, and evaluate patient use and to integrate Complementary and Integrative Therapies into professional practice.  The curriculum provides students with the cultural and theoretical basis for applying complementary and integrative therapies while focusing on the skills and techniques of specific therapies.

Drexel University offers an online Doctor of Health Science degree. Throughout the program, students will acquire skills related to education and administration. Students who are seeking leadership roles will gain preparation in the healthcare field to succeed in their specialized area of health sciences. Popular career fields include:

• Health Administrators
• Nurses
• Physician Assistants
• Dietitians/Nutritionists

Learn how to create fair and equitable disability policies with a Graduate Certificate in Disability and Health Equity Policy. With online coursework, you can earn this certificate from home in as little as one year.

The program prepares you to support individuals with disabilities, as well as their families, service providers, and policymakers. Whether you are a family member or caregiver to someone with disabilities or a professional who wants to make a difference, you can gain valuable skills from this coursework. 

Students can choose from elective courses such as:

• Maternal and child health policy
• Historical and contemporary developments in social justice
• Medicaid and disability policy
• Intersectional perspectives

The online Graduate Certificate in Drug Discovery & Development program allows students to establish connections and maintain expert knowledge in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.  Students learn about the drug development process, how to identify drug targets, and about the commercialization of the drug.  This flexible program allows students to customize their curriculums based on their interests and professional needs.

With no on-campus requirements, you can complete this online Graduate Certificate in Global Health anywhere. The curriculum is designed to further your knowledge in this field and prepare you to design, implement, and evaluate public health programs worldwide.

Students will learn about public health trends, global public health ethics, health systems policy analysis, and more. Courses examine ways to monitor and evaluate global health programs and advocacy. Graduates will also be prepared to conduct outcomes assessment of various community health programs.

Just a few of the many careers you can pursue with this certification include:

• Environmental specialist
• Clinical researcher
• Public health project manager
• Urban planner
• Health educator

Drexel University offers an online Graduate Certificate in Health Care Compliance. This degree is for professionals working in health care services. The coursework covers policies and regulations, common issues and solutions, and malpractice. Professionals of different types of organizations will benefit from studying the legal knowledge of the field as it relates to their career.

The Graduate Certificate in Public Health helps healthcare professionals enhance their career options. By better understanding the systems that affect population health, you will be able to critically and creatively problem-solve vital public health issues.

Courses prepare you to take an evidence-based approach to public health. In addition to key knowledge of this field, you will gain skills in leadership, communication, and systems thinking. You will learn how to use planning and management skills to promote health for your community.

Graduates may choose to pursue roles such as:

• Community wellness administrator
• Medical and health services manager
• Public health social worker
• Research associate

Gain new skills as a public health professional with a Graduate Certificate in Urban Health. Students will learn practical techniques and key insights necessary to create positive change on public health in an urban environment.

Coursework focuses on the built environment, ecological issues, and healthy housing. You will learn how to utilize ecological models to determine appropriate health solutions at every level from individual to global. Classes prepare you to identify the social and other major determinants of health and evaluate policies and programs regarding the health of urban populations.

Drexel University offers an online Graduate Certificate of Study in Clinical Research. This program is designed for medical professionals seeking more experience and credentials in clinical research and administration. The program does not include residency requirements or a thesis, but offers information and knowledge on the industry and best practices.

Drexel University offers an online Graduate Certificate of Study in Quantitative Principles for Clinical Research. With this program, clinicians can pursue a greater understanding of the principles behind data analytics and medical literature. The credits can be used to pursue a Master’s degree at Drexel, allowing students to further their knowledge and networks in the field.

The online Master of Science in Clinical Research for Health Professionals is designed for residents, fellows, clinicians, and others seeking knowledge in the conduct of translational and pharmaceutical research.  The curriculum combines quantitative principles with an understanding of research processes and administration, providing an understanding of the scientific, ethical, and regulatory aspects of clinical research.

The online Master of Science in Clinical Research Organization and Management prepares highly-trained professionals who can administer a broad range of research projects through advanced skill sets which manage the conduct of clinical investigations and introduce relevant business, legal, and ethical issues.  The curriculum combines new product research, regulatory compliance, biostatistics and data management, clinical research management safety and surveillance, and business and strategic planning of new product development.

The online Master of Science in Complementary and Integrative Health provides health care professionals with the tools to assess, guide, and evaluate patients by merging complementary and integrative health practices into the framework of conventional clinical practice.  Courses cover topics including phytomedicine, functional nutrition, and mind/body modalities, providing a solid foundation in core competencies and a theoretical basis for applying these practices.

The online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Leadership in Health Systems Management. This program is designed for those seeking supervisory or management positions within healthcare. Students will be able to pursue master’s program to further their knowledge.

The MSN in Public Health Nursing prepares nurses to become advocates for resources and policies to improve the health of all populations. Students gain a foundation in public health knowledge along with advanced nursing education. 

Nurses learn how to utilize multiple technologies to organize health data related to patient, family, and community healthcare. Coursework examines ways to create culturally sensitive health promotion activities to benefit community health and wellness. A capstone project allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world public health issue.

Graduates of this online MSN program can pursue positions such as:

• Public health information officer
• Health and wellness director
• Public health educator
• Research science officer
• Public health advisor
• Health program coordinator

Drexel University offers an online Master of Science in Nursing degree with a concentration in Quality, Patient Safety, & Risk Management degree. This program is specifically designed for the nurse seeking more knowledge of metrics, how to improve safety, and managing risks in the nursing environment. Graduates will be well equipped in legal issues, ethics, risks, and critical decision making related to patient and staff safety.

Drexel University offers an online Post-Bachelor's Certificate in Nursing Education. This degree focuses on teaching knowledge and skills for healthcare providers in education roles specifically. The classes include curriculum design, assessment and measurement, and teaching methods in nursing education.

This post-master’s certificate is designed for practitioners with an MSN who want to gain expertise in managing medical, surgical, and critical care patient populations. The program emphasizes diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision making.

Students in this program gain the skills and knowledge necessary to improve and sustain the health of acutely ill adult and aging patients. Coursework covers advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and clinical assessment. Online NP programs at Drexel University allow the student to find a clinical site and preceptor in their local community. 

Graduates of this geriatric nurse practitioner program online can find employment in settings including:

• Intensive care units
• Consult services
• Hospitalist teams
• Palliative care services
• Home care
• Sub acute long-term care hospitals
• Specialty clinics

This post-master’s certificate focuses on providing medical diagnosis and treatment for individuals from young adult through senior citizen populations. Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioners care for the aging and their families across all areas of health and illness.

Students in this geriatric nurse practitioner program online study the aging process through lectures, problem-based learning, clinical practice hours, patient experiences, and simulations. Supervised clinical hours allow students to perform advanced physical assessment and management of care. Online RN programs at Drexel University allow students to find a clinical site and preceptor in their own community.

Coursework covers topics such as:

• Management and care of adult patients in primary care
• Gerontology management and care
• Advanced pharmacology for adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioners
• Primary care and care of the young adult

Drexel University offers an online Post-Master’s Certificate in Clinical Nurse Leader. The program was designed to help nurses evolve into specialist and leadership roles. The curriculum covers core competencies in using technology, evidence-based practices, and patient care for developing expert leadership. The practicum experience allows students to deepen their knowledge and practice as well.

The Post-Master’s Certificate in Emergency Nurse Practitioner gives FNPs additional expertise in order to work in emergency care settings. Graduates are eligible for board certification as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner.

Coursework focuses on strengthening skills in performing necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Students learn how to evaluate and modify the effectiveness of clinical practice based on research findings, standards of care, and patient outcomes. Online NP programs at Drexel University allow students to find clinical sites and preceptors in their own local area.

The curriculum covers topics including:

• Emergency and trauma care across the lifespan
• Emergency and trauma care for critically ill patients
• Advanced Pathophysiology
• Advanced Pharmacology

The Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s Certificate focuses on providing healthcare for individuals across the lifespan. Graduates of this program are eligible to sit for the Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam through AANP or ANCC.

Coursework for this online Nurse Practitioner degree focuses on wellness care and management of episodic acute or chronic illnesses. Students learn how to critically analyze clinical strategies and interventions. Certified FNPs can run their own private practice or work in physician offices, emergency settings, family practice, or home health agencies.

The curriculum covers topics including:

• Advanced pathophysiology and pharmacology
• Clinical health assessment
• Diagnostic reasoning
• Primary care of patients across the lifespan
• Professional issues for nurse practitioners

Drexel University offers an online Post-Master’s Certificate for Nurse Practitioners interested in focusing on Pediatric Acute Care. The program is designed for nurses with a MSN degree, to prepare them to deliver advanced care to infants, children, and adolescents.

The online Nurse Practitioner degree program builds on students’ primary care experience with courses that emphasize evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and use of technology. Graduates will be equipped with the skills and knowledge they need to treat acute, critical, and complex youth health conditions. 

Coursework includes topics such as:

• Episodic care of infants, children, and adolescents in primary care
• PNP management of the medically fragile and technology dependent child in the community
• Pharmacology for the pediatric nurse practitioner
• Primary care of infants, children, and adolescents

This Post-Master’s Certificate prepares Nurse Practitioners to provide both primary and acute care to infants, children, and adolescents. Graduates will be well equipped to take on roles such as clinicians, educators, researchers, and leaders in pediatric health and wellness.

Classes provide advanced knowledge in addressing pediatric acute and complex health disorders. Students learn how to provide evidence-based practice, collaborate with professionals in other disciplines, and utilize new technologies. The university offers resources to help students coordinate a clinical site and preceptor in their local area.

The curriculum includes studies of:

• Primary care of infants, children, and adolescents
• PNP management of the medically fragile and technology dependent child in the community
• Pharmacology for the pediatric nurse practitioner
• Management and care of adolescents in the primary care setting

Drexel University offers an online Post-Master’s Certificate for Nurse Practitioners interested in focusing on Pediatric Primary Care. Graduates will be prepared to meet the physiological and social needs of patients from infancy through adolescence.

The online Nurse Practitioner degree program builds on students’ previous experience with courses that emphasize evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and use of technology. Online students have the ability to coordinate a clinical site and preceptor within their local area. Graduates are eligible for Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification through ANCC or PNCB.

Some of the topics covered in this program include:

• Pharmacology for the pediatric nurse practitioner
• Management and care of adolescents in the primary care setting
• Primary care of children with special health care needs
• Primary care of infants, children, and adolescents

Nurses with a master’s degree can apply to this online Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner program. This post-master’s certificate can lead to nurse practitioner certification or allow certified nurse practitioners to focus on a specific patient population.

Issues relevant to adult mental health and illness are examined through a biopsychosocial model. Students learn how to apply diagnostic and treatment modalities, theories, and approaches to practice. Classes discuss best practices for collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide mental healthcare in a variety of environments. Graduates will be able to provide direct and indirect advanced services to people needing mental health services. 

Coursework for this online certificate program includes:

• Psychopharmacology across the lifespan
• Advanced mental health NP management and care of clients in diverse populations
• Professional issues for nurse practitioners
• Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning

Nurses with a Master of Science in Nursing degree can pursue this online Post-Master’s Certificate to specialize their practice in women’s health and gender related issues. After graduation, students are eligible for Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Certification through the National Certification Corporation.

Coursework emphasizes reproductive and gynecologic health needs of women and their partners. Nurses learn about health promotion and disease prevention care. Graduates will be prepared to work in both primary care and women’s health specialty practices, offering services including well care, prenatal and postpartum care, and treatment of common and complex women’s health issues. Drexel University provides online students with assistance in coordinating a clinical site and preceptor in their own community.

This online nurse practitioner degree program covers topics including:

• Management and care of common gynecological and gender related issues throughout the lifespan
• Management and care of low and high risk obstetrical and post-partum needs of women and families
• Primary care for women’s health
• Pharmacology for the women’s health practitioner

Drexel University offers an online Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis.  Graduates will be prepared to act as clinical and educational leaders in this field.  This program features evidence-based practices, analytical theories, and skills from the field of clinical directors and interventionists.  Students will take classes in behavioral interventions, measurements of experiments, and ethical considerations.  You will study behavior analytic theory and techniques as you prepare for careers as:

• Behavior Analytic Consultants
• Program Coordinators
• Senior Clinical Directors
• Interventionists

Drexel University offers an online Certificate in Forensic Trends in Contemporary Healthcare. This program is designed for professionals with the tools they need to work in the healthcare industry with experience in assessing and intervening in violent activities. The curriculum teaches on trends, strategies, and issues related to this field, for students to develop the skillset to succeed.

You can learn to support students who have experienced trauma with Drexel’s Graduate Certificate in Social Emotional Learning & Behavioral Wellness. This online behavioral science program provides the training to ensure your students receive the support and care they need. Outcomes of this dynamic program include:

• Create supportive classroom environments
• Develop programs using age-appropriate strategies
• Enact programs formed through evidence-based analysis
• Learn the best techniques for building collaborative partnerships with students, families, and the community

This online behavioral science graduate certificate prepares those in education to address the non-academic barriers to learning. This includes specific incidences of trauma or ongoing mental health issues.

Drexel University offers a Graduate Certificate in Substance Use Disorders, an online substance abuse counseling degree.  This program offers a comprehensive foundation on the issue of substance use, as well as therapies used to treat it.  Throughout the program, students will expand their knowledge of both prevention and treatment through integrated remedies.  You will study the bio-psycho-social nature of addiction, gaining a higher level of expertise in substance use disorders treatment.  The curriculum covers advanced evidence-based treatment competencies and the dynamics of substance abuse along with crime, productivity, and health care costs associated with substance abuse.  Graduates will have the educational training hours needed to either obtain or maintain credentials as drug/alcohol counseling professionals.