Graduate Certificate in Health and Crisis Communication

University of Akron

The Graduate Certificate in Health and Crisis Communication prepares graduates with the skills needed to develop and implement health and crisis campaigns in organizations, and with a deeper understanding of how to use data to enhance community health. This certificate is designed for professionals with a bachelor’s degree who are interested in advancing their knowledge and skills related to health messaging. Topics covered include the development of health campaigns, doctor-patient communication, risk communication, crisis management, cultural meanings of health, and medical ethics.Careers in health and crisis communication are rapidly growing, as stakeholders increasingly are committed to developing quality messaging to build healthier communities. Graduates with a Health and Crisis Communication Certificate can pursue careers as:Community Health Campaign DesignersPatient AdvocatesPublic Relations Specialists in Hospitals/Healthcare SettingsSocial Media or Digital Strategists for Healthcare/Pharmaceutical CompaniesPharmaceutical and Medical Device Sales

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