About the Health Leadership Program
UW’s online healthcare leadership program provides students with a well-rounded education
and hands-on experience. Students take courses on the evolution of the American healthcare
system, healthcare quality and leadership. In addition to coursework, all students
may pursue an internship where they can apply their new skills.
This program includes two paths: a certificate and a minor. Anyone may pursue the
certificate program, whereas the minor is for current UW students. Both programs are
fully online, making them flexible and easy to access from anywhere.
Students must be pursuing a UW degree to declare a minor in health leadership. The
certificate is a standalone program.
Online Learning at UW
UW is proud to offer leadership programs specifically designed for those in the healthcare industry. Whether you pursue the online certificate or minor, you’ll have access to flexible coursework that can be completed from anywhere. Our programs are asynchronous, so you don’t have to finish one course before starting the next. You can work on any of the courses at any time, making these programs perfect for your busy schedule!
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What can you do with a health management certificate or minor?
A certificate or minor in health management prepares students for roles in healthcare administration, public health and clinical support. It’s a valuable addition for those studying health sciences, business or social sciences, offering skills to manage healthcare programs, improve operations and support patient care. Graduates often work in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities or public health organizations and it also serves as a strong foundation for advanced study in health-related fields.
A certificate in health leadership is ideal for students or professionals who want to take on leadership roles in healthcare settings. It's a great fit for those studying health sciences, nursing, business, public health or social sciences who are interested in managing teams, improving healthcare systems or influencing policy. It’s also valuable for current healthcare workers looking to advance their careers or move into supervisory, administrative or strategic roles.
UW alumni are involved in all areas of the healthcare field, including in key leadership positions. Here are some of the job titles that our alumni hold:
- Director of Patient Experience
- Public Health Director
- Marketing Manager
- Director of Primary Care
- Vice President of Operations
- Behavioral Health Specialist
- Denver Health
- Wyoming Medical Center
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- UC Health
- Mile High Behavioral Healthcare
- Excela Health
- National Jewish Health
- GCI Health
- Ambience Healthcare
- And more!
Our healthcare leadership online certificate is a standalone program, meaning you do not need to be a current student to pursue it! You can apply for the certificate program on its own.
Ready to lead in healthcare?
UW’s health leadership certificate is our largest online program! This 14-credit, fully online and asynchronous microcredential is perfect for those in nursing, healthcare administration, home health or any health-related field. No previous degree required, and you can finish in as little as a year. Watch the video to learn how this flexible program can help you grow your leadership skills and advance your career.
