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Privacy regulations including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), technology advances such as electronic health records (EHR) that require new privacy safeguards, and health outcome reporting requirements are driving demand for healthcare compliance professionals.^{1, 2} Elevate patient security, healthcare operations and your career with Kent State's flexible online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance. The fast, affordable certificate program prepares you for roles such as Patient Privacy and Protection Specialist, Compliance Officer, Compliance Auditor, and more.³

Medical and health service manager roles are among the fastest-growing jobs in the country, with salaries that reflect the expertise required. Kent State University’s Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance prepares you to stand out in this growing field. 

Job Growth⁴

Hospital Administrators 

National Average Salary⁵

CHC-Certified Healthcare Compliance Manager 

National Average Salary⁶

Build distinctive expertise in implementing healthcare policy and practice with the CEPH-accredited Kent State College of Public Health online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance program. Develop in-demand skills for one of the most dynamic career fields in today’s fastest-growing economic sector.⁷ Begin the 15-credit-hour graduate program when it works for you, from your choice of six annual start dates.

Study on your schedule to complete Kent State's online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance in as few as three semesters for less than $11,000 in tuition. Learn to successfully navigate the complex healthcare regulatory environment in the healthcare compliance program that outshines others in quality, flexibility and value.

By completing Kent State's healthcare compliance certificate, you will become an indispensable asset to organizations across the growing healthcare sector. You'll master the critical skills to design, implement, and assess effective compliance programs. A focused exploration of healthcare law and regulation, privacy and security, and compliance practices will help you navigate the intricate landscape of healthcare regulations. 

When you enroll in Kent State's program, faculty with healthcare compliance certifications teach all your courses. You'll learn the most up-to-date information and best practices from Kent State's connected, caring faculty. You'll also get a free 1-year membership to the Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA), which includes a discounted CHC exam fee and a free test preparation guide. Further, your HCCA membership gives you access to the job board and member-exclusive publications. 

Kent State’s widely respected faculty collaborated with skilled nursing facility administrators, chief privacy officers and other healthcare leaders to create a truly empowering curriculum for you. The expertise you develop in this program will directly support improved patient safety and operational excellence in the healthcare industry.

Elevate your earning potential and professional profile further with a specialized online Master of Public Health (MPH) from Kent State. The credits you earn for your online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance integrate seamlessly with the curriculum for the MPH in Health Policy and Management. This innovative program lets you immediately use your healthcare compliance knowledge in the workplace while preparing for more advanced leadership roles. 

The world urgently needs public health professionals who can respond to environmental and regulatory changes with innovative solutions. 

Rise to the challenge. Help fill the need for expertise in a field that impacts everyone.

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The Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance, offered by the Kent State University College of Public Health, has received accreditation from the prestigious Compliance Certification Board (CCB) starting August 1, 2024. Students who successfully complete the 100% online certificate, while meeting all CCB criteria, can apply to take the CCB’s healthcare examinations.

These exams include:

• Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC)® 
• Certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC)® 
• Certified in Healthcare Research Compliance (CHRC)®

The curriculum and content have been developed by top Kent State University faculty and industry experts, who all hold the Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) designation. Online courses have been created using Quality Matters standards to offer students meticulously planned, authentic learning experiences.

For more information about the CCB certifications, email ccb@compliancecertification.org or call: 888-580-8373 or +1 952-933-4977

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