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Certificate in

Health Communication

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Health Communication

Elevate your expertise and impact in the health industry with our comprehensive Health Communication certificate program. This program focuses on imparting essential skills in health messaging and communication, specifically tailored for nursing and other health-related fields. Core tenets of health communication, including clarity, conciseness, and transparency, form the foundation of our curriculum. Students will develop these crucial skills through a diverse range of courses, providing a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experiences in crafting and comprehending health communication messages. 

The certificate in Health Communication can be used as a standalone certificate, a minor for the general Communication and Emerging Media degree, or an addition to our various healthcare related programs. Certificate holders can use their skills for careers in the following areas:

  • Healthcare Marketing
  • Social Media for Healthcare
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Public Health Administration
  • Public Relations Director
  • Healthcare Research

 

Program Curriculum

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Undergraduate Certificate

Health Communication

Jonathan Carter, Ph.D.

229-931-2342
jonathan.carter@gsw.edu