Program Overview

Undergraduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Care Management

Overview

The Interdisciplinary Care Management Dual-Credit Certificate provides the knowledge and skills for success in managing integrated services across a diverse segment of healthcare professionals. This 18-credit certificate is designed to prepare students for a career in care or disability management, responding to the changing needs of individuals, families, and communities.

High-Demand Skills for Modern Health Care Management

Care management is an integral part of today's team-based, patient-centered approach to health care. The certificate program helps students develop high-demand skills for modern health care management, including the ability to manage integrated services and respond to the changing needs of individuals, families, and communities.

A Credential for Both Clinical and Non-Licensed Health Care Professionals

The health care management certificate is appropriate for non-licensed workers as well as currently employed clinical workers, including RNs, Social Workers, Respiratory Therapists, or other allied health practitioners. Coursework will help prepare students for initial and ongoing certification in the field of case management. Credits can also be applied to the WilmU B.S. in Nursing (BSN) and B.S. in Health Sciences degree programs.

Gateway to Multiple Avenues of Employment

The 18-credit certificate in care management prepares students for work in diverse settings, including:

• Acute care facilities
• Outpatient clinics and private practices
• Health insurance agencies
• Workers' compensation organizations Median annual salaries for board-certified case managers have increased since 2017 and are well above median pay for RNs and social workers.

Technological Expertise for Effective Care Management

Evolving technology is at the hub of care management. In courses including Information Technology for the Care Management Professional, students will gain expertise in relevant health care technology that provides analytics for prediction of healthcare needs, assimilation of patient-generated health information data, and a conduit for patient and professional communication strategies.

Program Details

Formats

The Interdisciplinary Care Management Certificate is available in the following format:

• Online

Locations

The Interdisciplinary Care Management Certificate is available at the following location:

• Online

Benefits of the Program

Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE™ Program

Earn the Dual-Credit Certificate and apply the credits to a related WilmU degree program. The Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE lets students earn multiple credentials simultaneously, accelerating their educational goals and making their credits even more valuable.

Why a WilmU Certificate?

Wilmington University certificate programs teach students the subject-specific knowledge they need to advance in their career or to simply explore a new field. The certificate program helps students build skills that can give them greater opportunities in their evolving field today. Many WilmU certificate programs can be completed online or at several of their face-to-face locations.

Benefits for Professionals

The Interdisciplinary Care Management Certificate is designed for professionals who want to:

• Boost their earning potential
• Enjoy flexible schedules
• Learn from industry professionals

Target Audience

The Interdisciplinary Care Management Certificate is designed for:

• Registered Nurses
• Social Workers
• Medical Assistants
• Allied Health Professionals