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Students
Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Fully Online
Duration
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Alternative Medicine | Complementary Medicine and Therapy | Holistic Health
Area of study
Health
Education type
Fully Online
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview


The online Master of Integrated Health Studies (MIHS) program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems, interprofessional collaboration, and critical thinking skills. By customizing their degree with two approved certificates, students gain specialized knowledge in areas such as clinical informatics, healthcare leadership, and global health. The program's flexible online format and expert faculty provide a supportive learning environment for working professionals and students with diverse schedules. Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles in various healthcare settings.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The online Master of Integrated Health Studies (MIHS) degree is an innovative stackable certificate graduate program that prepares post-baccalaureate students to fulfill diverse roles in various healthcare settings.


Objectives:

  • The program aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of healthcare delivery systems, health outcomes, and interprofessional collaboration.
  • It fosters the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills necessary for success in the field of healthcare.
  • The program provides students with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of the healthcare system and contribute to its improvement.

Program Description:

The MIHS program is unique in its flexible and customized approach. Students can tailor their degree by selecting any two of the following approved certificates, along with core courses:

  • Clinical Informatics
  • Healthcare Leadership
  • Global Health
  • Health Policy
  • Veterans Health
  • The core coursework provides foundational knowledge in healthcare ethics, interprofessional health promotion, evidence-based practice or critical thinking and reasoning, and elective courses in health care advocacy or vulnerable populations. The culminating capstone course requires students to undertake an impact project that showcases their innovative and practical understanding of the healthcare field.

Assessment:

The program assesses student performance through a variety of methods, including:

  • Quizzes and exams
  • Projects and assignments
  • Class participation
  • Capstone project

Teaching:

The MIHS program is delivered entirely online, providing flexibility for working professionals and students with various schedules.

  • Faculty members are experts in their respective fields, bringing real-world experience and practical knowledge to the classroom.
  • The program utilizes a mix of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, case studies, and interactive simulations.
  • Students actively engage in online forums, collaborate on group projects, and participate in virtual presentations.

Careers:

The MIHS degree opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities in the healthcare sector, including:

  • Healthcare managers and administrators
  • Health policy analysts
  • Global health professionals
  • Clinical informaticians
  • Veterans health specialists
  • Graduates of the program are well-prepared to assume leadership roles in hospitals, clinics, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and other healthcare settings.
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