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The online Doctor of Philosophy in Interprofessional Healthcare Studies allows existing practitioners to integrate interprofessional theory into practice and education. Courses focus on relevant and current topics in interprofessional health. This convenient and flexible online program benefits the working professionals seeking to further their education.

Classes include, but are not limited to:

• Application of simulation design for clinical educators
• Leadership in healthcare simulation
• Qualitative research

Many courses are discussion-centered learning experiences. Scholarly literature will be identified and studied. The online doctor of philosophy program prepares practitioners to broaden their knowledge and application of interprofessional healthcare research and education.

The online Doctor of Science in Interprofessional Healthcare Studies emphasizes gaining simulation-based education skills. Students practice educating entry-level students and providing in-service education for current practitioners. This convenient and flexible online program benefits the working professionals seeking to further their education in interprofessional healthcare.

Classes include, but are not limited to:

• Measurement principles
• Writing for Scholars
• Research design

Students learn the many benefits of simulation-based education. This program culminates in either a traditional dissertation or a simulation education research project subject to peer review. The online doctor of philosophy program prepares practitioners to broaden their knowledge and application of interprofessional healthcare research and education.

The online Graduate Certificate in Health Administration program is designed for students looking to advance their knowledge of health administration on select topics that meet their career goals.  

Courses are: 

• Strategic Planning and Leadership
• Healthcare Policy and Delivery Systems
• Organizational Behavior and Human Resources
• Current Topics in Healthcare and/or Evidence Based-Management

The online Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education program provides students with the opportunity to begin developing skills necessary for educating the next generation of healthcare practitioners, preparing healthcare professionals and students to transition from clinicians to educators.  The curriculum includes learning theory, instructional design, course development and assessment, and presentation skills.  Graduates are able to understand various learning styles and adjust instruction accordingly, develop courses or modules of study in areas of healthcare expertise, and assess student performance.

The online Graduate Certificate in Nutrition for Healthcare Professionals program provides future or present healthcare professionals with the knowledge necessary to work with their patients and clients to encourage diet practices consistent with health and well-being.  Graduates are prepared to apply evidence-based nutrition information to enhance the overall wellness of those they work with.

The online Graduate Certificate in Population Health Analytics program prepares students for employment in the fields of population health, public health, health and wellness, and health-related industries and businesses.  The curriculum teaches students how to lead and implement health improvement initiatives within the communities and health systems where they live and work.  Students are prepared to critically evaluate healthcare programs and policy interventions using research methodologies, statistical techniques, and ethnographic principles, and also know how to use informatics and the epidemiological approach in making strategically focused healthcare recommendations based on research findings.

The online Graduate Certificate in Population Health Strategies includes a variety of disciplines and approaches to encourage improvements in health and quality of care, while managing costs.  The curriculum prepares students to lead and implement health improvement initiatives within the communities and health systems where they live and work.  Courses teach students to perform community health assessments, analyze health system and population data, craft policy and funding for population health initiatives, and champion quality and safety initiatives.

Advance your career with an online master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition. This program focuses on evidence-based nutrition studies and vital professional skills such as critical thinking, leadership, and communication.

The program will benefit dietetic and healthcare professionals who want to take the next step in their careers and offer an enhanced level of care to patients. The innovative curriculum focuses on wellness and aligns with recent advancements and trends in healthcare. Graduates find positions in administration, nutrition education, healthcare professional training programs, the food and wellness industries, and more.

Courses cover topics including:

• Advanced nutrition and chronic diseases
• Health and wellness coaching
• Evaluating research and health recommendations
• Nutrition and human physical performance

Excel in the business side of healthcare with this online Master of Science in Health Administration program. Business-minded students will learn how to handle issues specific to the healthcare industry in this graduate program.

Students and professionals from various fields can pursue this degree to further their careers and advance into leadership roles in healthcare. Courses explore topics in finance, regulations, legal compliance, human resources, technology, and more. 

Students in this online master’s in healthcare administration can expect to study:

• Health program planning and evaluations
• Healthcare law
• Strategic planning and leadership
• Healthcare policy and delivery systems
• Healthcare marketing

Experienced healthcare professionals can advance into leadership roles with the education they gain in this Master of Science degree in Health Professions Education. With online coursework, students can complete assignments according to their scheduling needs. The program can be completed in as little as 21 months or as long as five years.

Participants in this program will learn how to prepare future healthcare practitioners. Courses examine various learning styles and presentation methods for health subject matter. Students will gain practice designing curriculum based on student needs and accreditation requirements.

Coursework covers topics such as:

• Learning theories
• Educational trends and issues
• Course development
• Classroom assessment
• Managing change in educational organizations

Nutrition and dietetics professionals can shift into a teaching role with a Master of Science in Nutrition Education degree. Coursework combines studies of the science of nutrition with foundations of teaching and communication techniques.

Students will learn innovative teaching strategies to share vital health and wellness information. The skills taught in this master’s in nutrition online will prepare you to lead initiatives in the community, in healthcare facilities, and in the food and wellness industries. Flexible online coursework allows you to fit the program to your scheduling needs, taking as long as five years or as few as two years to complete the curriculum. 

Courses include topics such as:

• Health and wellness coaching
• Instructional design for health professions education
• Learning theories
• Advanced nutrition and chronic diseases

The Master of Science in Population Health degree is a wide-ranging program that can lead to multiple career paths in the healthcare field. Students will develop advanced knowledge and skills in various health-related areas. Graduates can find employment in public health, corporate programs, research, health policy, and healthcare analytics. Students completing this program can also go on to pursue further graduate degrees in areas such as health administration, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, and more. 

 This online public health degree focuses on five main components:

• Healthcare systems and coordination of care
• Community health assessment, management, and intervention
• Analytics, informatics, and epidemiology
• Health economics, policy, and advocacy
• Quality and safety in healthcare settings

By 2022, all nurse anesthesia programs in the U.S. must exclusively offer a doctoral degree for entry into the profession. The online Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia degree program from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science prepares nurse anesthetists for career advancement by building on the competencies and achievements of their master's degree educations. The curriculum is designed to provide foundational concepts in a multitude of areas including health policy, leadership, outcomes management, and healthcare finance, all with a nurse anesthesia focus.