Graduate Certificates
Why Choose a Graduate Certificate at Lehigh?
Each certificate equips professionals and students with specialized knowledge in public health, policy, and health data analysis, while offering flexible options for online, hybrid, or on-campus study.
These programs are ideal for individuals seeking to advance their careers, expand expertise, or gain credentials in specific areas of health and policy without committing to a full master’s degree.
Lehigh’s health certificates offer:
- Online, hybrid, or in-person formats to fit your schedule
- Specialized expertise in population health, global health, or policy studies
- Interdisciplinary perspectives from faculty across health, biostatistics, and policy
- Shorter, targeted programs compared to a full graduate degree, allowing faster completion
What is a Graduate Certificate?
A graduate certificate program is a short, focused course of study designed to provide specialized graduate-level training. Certificates typically require 12–15 credits, can often be completed online or part-time, and are ideal for professionals seeking career advancement, skill development, or credentials in a specific field.
Lehigh’s health certificates give students the opportunity to gain expertise in population health or global health, providing knowledge and credentials highly valued in the workforce.
Who Should Pursue a Graduate Certificate?
Lehigh’s graduate certificates are ideal for:
- Health professionals seeking specialized training in population or global health
- Professionals interested in health policy, program management, or data analysis
- Individuals seeking credentials to advance in healthcare, nonprofit, or policy careers
- Students who want focused graduate-level study without completing a full degree
Application Requirements
Lehigh’s graduate certificates in Population Health and Policy are open for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms.
Application Deadlines
Spring Start: January 1
Summer Start: May 1
Fall Start: August 1
Application Requirements:
- Completed online application
- No application fee
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
- CV or resume
- Proof of English proficiency (for international applicants)
Applicants are encouraged to submit all materials by the deadline for their intended term to ensure timely review.
Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management
The healthcare industry is moving at an incredible speed. From the way we analyze patient data to the financial structures that keep facilities running, the "business" of saving lives has never been more complex, more expensive, or more critical.
Mastering the Mechanics of Modern Healthcare
This isn't just a credential; it's a custom-designed toolkit. It's a program designed with the four cornerstones of successful healthcare leadership in mind.
The Big Picture: Grasp the political and policy landscape that drives healthcare in the United States.
Operational Excellence: Learn to streamline complex systems through advanced operations management.
Financial Savvy: Master the financial analysis required to keep healthcare organizations sustainable and affordable.
Data-Driven Decisions: Use data analytics to improve patient outcomes and organizational efficiency.
Flexibility for Working Professionals
We know you're busy. That's why we've designed this hybrid program to be high-impact and low-barrier.
12 Credits to Complete: Gain a graduate-level credential in just four courses. Taught at times convenient for you, either online or in-person.
Expert Guidance: Work with your advisor to select an elective tailored specifically to your career goals.
No Long-Term Commitment: Get the specialized skills you need now, with the option to apply these credits toward a full master's degree later.
The healthcare industry is calling for leaders who understand both patients and the delivery systems. Are you ready to step up?
Program Courses:
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
| PUBH 402 | Health Services, Administration, Politics, and Policy | 3 |
| CGH 435 | Healthcare Operations Management | 3 |
| CGH 431 | Healthcare Finance | 3 |
| Elective chosen in consultation with the advisor | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 12 |
Graduate Certificate in Population Health
Flexibility: in-person*, hybrid, remote
This graduate-level population health certificate provides foundational training in epidemiology, biostatistics, and research methods, with flexibility to tailor learning through an advisor-approved elective. Designed for professionals, the curriculum builds practical skills to analyze health data, understand population-level health trends, and inform evidence-based decision-making.
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| POPH 401 | Population Health Concepts and Methods | 3 |
| EPI 404 | Methods in Epidemiology I | 3 |
| BSTA 402 | Biostatistics in Health | |
| or POPH 405 | Qualitative Research Methods | 3 |
| Elective chosen in consulattion with the advisor | 3-4 | |
| Total Credits | 12-13 | |
Interdisciplinary Policy Certificate
The Interdisciplinary Policy Studies Certificate provides students with a foundation in policy process and evaluation along with a critical analysis of health, education, and public policy. This program is available to anyone with an interest in exploring graduate-level policy studies including current LU graduate students pursuing degrees in other fields.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Graduate Certificates in Health
A graduate certificate is a focused, short-term program that provides specialized training at the graduate level. Certificates usually require 12–15 credits and are designed for professional advancement.
Yes. Certificates provide credentials, specialized knowledge, and practical skills that can enhance career prospects in healthcare, public health, and policy roles.
Yes. Lehigh offers fully online, hybrid, and on-campus options for all health and policy certificates.
In many cases, yes. Students who complete a certificate may apply their credits toward a related graduate degree at Lehigh, subject to program policies.
Certificates are open to current graduate students at Lehigh as well as external professionals seeking advanced training in health, global health, or policy.