College Park,
MD,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Global Health in College Park United States | University of Maryland, College Park
University of Maryland, College Park
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College Park United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
22,140
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months
The Graduate Certificate in Global Health offers foundational training in global health delivery for professionals currently working in or pursuing roles that demand this expertise, as well as individuals seeking additional credentials. This certificate equips participants with an understanding of global health challenges, policies, and methodologies, preparing them to contribute effectively within organizations and initiatives focused on global health services. The program emphasizes translational health approaches, combining population-level prevention strategies with evidence-based, community-driven interventions.
To earn the Global Health Certificate, students must complete four courses (totaling 12 credits), including three mandatory core courses and one elective. The core curriculum covers essential global health principles, health communication strategies, and program development and assessment. Elective options explore subjects such as public health history, diplomacy, and social marketing.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Students seeking admission to the graduate programs at UMD School of Public Health must have already earned or be in the process of earning a 4-year bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Statement of Purpose: For Statement of Purpose explain why you are pursuing this certificate and what you hope to do with the completion of this certificate.
Transcript(s)
TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
Letter of Recommendation (1): The letter of recommendation needs to be an academic reference.
CV/Resume
iBT TOEFL - 96 Overall (Speaking 22, Listening 24, Reading 26, Writing 24)
IELTS - 7 Overall (Listening 7, Reading 7, Writing 7, Speaking 6.5)
Statement of Purpose: For Statement of Purpose explain why you are pursuing this certificate and what you hope to do with the completion of this certificate.
Transcript(s)
TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
Letter of Recommendation (1): The letter of recommendation needs to be an academic reference.
CV/Resume
iBT TOEFL - 96 Overall (Speaking 22, Listening 24, Reading 26, Writing 24)
IELTS - 7 Overall (Listening 7, Reading 7, Writing 7, Speaking 6.5)
Tuition
USD
22,140