BARNETT COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH
About the Program
Public health professionals are increasingly called upon to address the root causes of health disparities, and this comprehensive approach assesses the impact of trauma on individual health, community well-being and societal outcomes. In this graduate certificate program, students will understand the biological, psychological and social effects of trauma as well as strategies for prevention-, healing- and resilience-building at all levels.
Time Limit for Certificate Completion: 2 years
Campus Location: Main
Full-Time/Part-Time Status: The graduate certificate may be completed on a part-time basis. NOTE: International students may not be eligible to apply for a student visa based on admission to the certificate program. Please contact the CPH Office of Admissions for more information.
Non-Matriculated Student Policy: The certificate program is open to non-matriculated graduate students.
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Fall and Spring admissions are on a rolling basis. Interested students should contact the College of Public Health for permission to enroll in coursework.
For current faculty and graduate students in the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry and Lewis Katz School of Medicine, and current faculty in the College of Public Health: complete an Intent to Enroll form through Qualtrics and submit a one-page statement of goals and resume.
For current graduate students in the College of Public Health: contact Aimee J. Palumbo, MPH, PhD, Graduate Program Director, to apply through our Fast-Track application option. There is a minimum cumulative GPA requirement of 3.0.
For non-matriculated/non-degree seeking individuals, applications for admission will be completed through SOPHAS Express and include the following materials:
- All transcripts – a bachelor’s degree is required to apply with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 OR a transcript demonstrating successful completion of a graduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- One-page statement of goals
- Resume
- Letters of reference (minimum of 2) – at least one from an academic or college/university instructor, preferably at the graduate level.
For questions, please contact the CPH Office of Admissions at cph@temple.edu or 215-204-5200.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree. Official transcripts must be submitted for all postsecondary institutions attended.
Laptop: All incoming students in the College of Public Health are required to have a laptop. Academic programs in the college are technology intensive. They incorporate statistical and database analyses; utilize specialized tools for athletic training, kinesiology and physical therapy; stream audio and video for communication sciences; facilitate online interactive counseling for social work; and foster clinical experiences and online assessments. The laptop requirement enables the College of Public Health to improve opportunities for active learning and provide greater access to specialized software and required tools in and out of the classroom, better preparing students for the workforce. Learn more about device specifications and suggested vendors. Students can use excess financial aid (i.e., funds that are reimbursed after all tuition and fees are paid) to meet student needs, including the purchase of a laptop. Scholarships may also provide funding.
Certificate Requirements
Number of Credits Required to Complete the Certificate: 12
Required Courses:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HRPR 5301 | Adversity, Health, and Healing: An Introduction to How Trauma Shapes Health and Communities | 3 |
| HRPR 5302 | Adversity, Health, and Healing: Implications for Public Health Prevention, Practice, and Policy | 3 |
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| Understanding Stress and Change | ||
| Health Promotion in Vulnerable Populations | ||
| Addictions and Dependencies | ||
| Principles of Emergency Management | ||
| Public Health Advocacy | ||
| Forced Migration and Refugee Health | ||
| Community Outreach in Public Health | ||
| Policy and Practice in Juvenile Justice | ||
| Drugs, Crime and Justice | ||
| Communities and Crime | ||
| Health and Environment Seminar | ||
| Environmental Hazards and Disasters | ||
| Health Geography | ||
| Race, Class, Gender in Cities | ||
| Seminar on Homelessness in America | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 12 | |
Contacts
Admissions Information:
Dept. of Health Services Administration and Policy
Paley Hall, 4th Floor
1210 W. Berks Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6088
215-204-8726