Program Overview

Health Information Privacy, Compliance, and Data Security (Certificate)

Overview

The knowledge and experience you gain in the Health Information Privacy, Compliance and Data Security certificate program prepares you for work in organizations in need of guidance to ensure compliance with the governing laws in America and abroad and to be aware of emerging legislation in this field. You will gain a strong foundation in the governing laws, cybersecurity measures, data analysis and use, and management issues associated with health information privacy. The curriculum focuses on privacy laws that represent a big risk for organizations, as failing to meet these requirements or experiencing a data breach can have significant legal, financial and reputational repercussions.

Coursework Location(s)

• Main/Tucson
• Chandler
• Online - Arizona Online
• Phoenix

Areas of Interest

• Biological & Biomedical Science
• Computer & Information Science
• Health, Nutrition & Fitness
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Law, Policy & Social Justice

Minimum Credit Units

• 12 Units

Required units may vary depending on the degree and/or minors pursued. Prospective students should familiarize themselves with the policies for the particular degrees in which they are interested.

Graduate College Admissions Requirements

• An awarded four-year undergraduate bachelor degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable international degree recognized by the home country Ministry of Education. (For international students see Minimum International Degree Requirements.)
• Proof of English proficiency is required for international applicants who hold citizenship from a country where English is not the official language. (View our English Requirement list to verify your need to submit an English proficiency test.)
• Minimum GPA of 2.75 based on a 4.0 scale for Certificate applicants.

Individual programs may have additional requirements, such as a higher minimum GPA or test scores, please verify requirements with your program of interest. Applicants will also be required to submit a statement of purpose and at least one letter of recommendation.

Department / Academic Unit

• James E. Rogers College of Law

Degree

• Graduate Certificate