Disability Studies Certificate

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The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences offers a 15-credit certificate program in disability studies. This multidisciplinary field of inquiry examines how psychosocial and societal participation issues potentially affect the estimated 45 million people with disabilities.

Eligibility

Students enrolled in MS, PhD, or MD degree programs in health-related or technology fields and professionals working in a variety of fields (minimum of bachelor degree required) are eligible to apply for this certificate program. Admission is offered on a rolling basis.

Program Requirements

The certificate will be awarded upon completion of the following courses. These 15 credits can be taken over two or more semesters:

HRS 2708 - INDIVIDUAL, SOCIAL, AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCE OF DISABILITY
LAW 5339 - LAW OF DISABLTY DISCRIMINATION or
HRS 2905 - ETHICAL ISSUES IN HEALTH CARE or
HRS 2902 - TOPICS IN HEALTH CARE
HRS 2475 - DISABILITY RELATIONS AND SERVICES INTERNSHIP

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