Healthcare Informatics, Graduate Certificate
Enrollment for Fall 2026 has begun!
Certificate Description
Learn to navigate the rapidly evolving field of healthcare informatics, including system development, data analysis, project management, statistics and healthcare organization. The certificate program consists of 18 credit hours.
Admissions Process
Applicants for the program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Monte Ahuja College of Business.
Application Requirements for the following program are as follow:
- Application Form
- Application Fee
- Transcripts
This certificate program complements the knowledge-base of a degree seeking graduate student already enrolled in a program such as Computer Science, Health Science, Healthcare Management, and Social Science, including Psychology and other related areas.
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please contact the Graduate Advising Office at 216-687-3730 or via email at: graduatebusprograms@csuohio.edu.
At least 18 credit hours from courses listed below are required for the completion of the certificate. Based on the student’s background, a minimum of two courses from each of the listed areas must be chosen. However, this restriction can be relaxed based on the student’s background and the concurrence of the program advisory group. Consult the Department of Information Systems for the procedure.
Computer and Information Science:
- CIS 667 - Bioinformatics
- IST 600 - Fundamentals of System Development
- IST 503 - Systems Analysis Methods
- IST 504 - Modern Database Design & Implementation
- OSM 622 - Project Management
Statistics:
- HSC 503 - Research & Analysis
- STA 567 - Applied Regression Models
- OSM 503 - Statistical Methods For Business Decisions
- OSM 633 - Multivariate Statistical Methods
- PSY 511 - Univariate Statistics and Experimental Methodology
- PSY 611 - Advanced Data Analysis With Computer Applications
Health Sciences and Management:
Career Opportunities
A Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Informatics equips students with the technical, analytical, and healthcare management skills needed to improve the organization, analysis, and use of healthcare information. By combining knowledge in information systems, statistics, healthcare management, and data analysis, graduates are prepared for a variety of rapidly growing roles in healthcare organizations, biotechnology companies, and research institutions, including:
- Healthcare Informatics Specialist – Managing and analyzing healthcare data to improve patient care, operational efficiency, and clinical decision-making.
- Clinical Data Analyst – Interpreting healthcare and patient outcome data to support evidence-based practices and healthcare improvements.
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Specialist – Implementing, managing, and optimizing electronic health record systems within healthcare organizations.
- Health Information Systems Analyst – Designing and improving information systems that support healthcare operations and patient services.
- Healthcare Data Consultant – Advising healthcare organizations on data management strategies, analytics, and technology integration.
- Bioinformatics Analyst – Applying computational and statistical methods to biological and healthcare data for research and innovation.
Our Office of Career Development and Exploration is willing to work with you in exploring your career paths.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Our institution is committed to making education accessible. We offer:
- Scholarships – Merit-based and need-based options for eligible students.
- Grants – Financial support that does not require repayment.
- Work-Study Programs – Opportunities for students to earn while they learn.
- Financial Aid Forms – Flexible repayment plans to suit different needs.
For detailed information on tuition fees and financial aid eligibility, visit our official website or contact our financial aid office.
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