Certificate
Health Data Science
Learn to leverage health data science tools and applications as a way to achieve business and research outcomes. Using real, hands-on data science projects, you’ll have access to de-identified data from a curated health data repository built with industry partners. In this certificate program, you’ll build your skillset in analytics, data science, and artificial intelligence while learning how to optimize data to support evidence- and value-based results.
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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible format.
At a Glance
Classes Begin
January 6
Term Length
10 Weeks
4 Course Certificate
Tuition
$13,344
6 Course Certificate
Tuition
$20,016
Format
Evening or Online
Admission
No GRE or GMAT
Duration
As few as 6 months
Duration
As few as 12 months
Top-Ranked University
U.S. News & World Report Rankings
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Free Application
University College is committed to educational access, and given the difficult circumstances currently impacting millions of people, we are waiving application fees.
Skills You’ll Learn
Solve informatics challenges by integrating data platforms in the health or healthcare industries
Use data mining skills to strengthen clinical partnerships and benefit stakeholders
Compose health data science reporting for relevant health informatics audiences
Specialized Graduate Certificate in Health Data Science requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses)
4 Concentration Courses |
Graduate Certificate in Health Data Science requires completion of 24 credit hours (6 courses)
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Concentration Courses
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2
Elective Courses
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Sample Schedule
Plan your schedule to complete your graduate certificate. Finish quickly in just six months or take up to two years (four course certificate) or three years for a six-course certificate.
Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
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4-Course Certificate Classes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
6-Course Certificate Classes | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
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4-Course Certificate Classes | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
6-Course Certificate Classes | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
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4-Course Certificate Classes | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
6-Course Certificate Classes | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Interested in a master’s degree?
Explore our Master of Science in Health Informatics with a concentration in Health Data Science.
Take a Course Before You Apply
We know how important it is to get started when you’re ready and that’s why you can enroll in a course before you officially apply.
Career Outcomes
Predicted outcomes for graduates of Health Data Science
Healthcare is growing faster than most industries in the U.S., according to Monster.com.
The demand for talented data scientists is ever-growing, putting data professionals in high demand in the healthcare industry, according to Health IT Analytics.
Data scientist has ranked as the best job in the nation for several years in a row, according to Glassdoor.com.
Job Titles
User Interface Developer
Technical Lead
Data Science Manager
Healthcare Software Developer
Healthcare Project Manager
Quality Assurance Analyst
Health Data Architect
Data Quality Analyst
Clinical Data Specialist
Health Information Data Specialist
Data Specialist Salary: National Average
$67,743
(Salary.com)
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Flexible Online Classes
We understand the demands of balancing work, friends and family, and school can be challenging. That's why at University College, you can complete your program entirely online. Our online learning platform makes it easy to work anywhere at any time.
Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
University College programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all of its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.
HIMSS Organizational Affiliates
The HIMSS Academic Organizational Affiliate program shares industry knowledge and educates our students on critical issues in health information and technology by offering complimentary student memberships to HIMSS and other key benefits.
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Curriculum Alignment
To ensure our programs meet industry needs, the curriculum is closely aligned with national organizations such as the American College of Healthcare Executives and Medical Group Management Association, as well as local organizations such as the Denver Medical Study Group.
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