Program Overview

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Global Health of Women, Adolescents, and Children (Global WACh Certificate) provides University of Washington students with a comprehensive overview of current issues in global health as they pertain to the intertwined health and well-being of women, adolescents, and children. Graduates of the program will gain mentorship, base knowledge and skills, and hands-on practical experience in global health fields related to women, adolescents, and children.

Eligibility

Students currently enrolled in a University of Washington (Seattle campus) master's or doctoral program are eligible to apply. Prospective students must apply at least two quarters prior to graduation to be considered for the program. Applications for the certificate program are reviewed on a rolling admissions basis and given a response within two weeks from the submission date.

Application Requirements

To apply, the following documents are required:

• Completed Application Form
• Unofficial Transcript
• CV/Resume
• Statement of Purpose

Our Interdisciplinary Approach

Graduate students enrolled in the Global WACh Certificate Program are from diverse backgrounds, with different interests related to women, adolescent, and child health. The program includes a broad range of courses that count towards certificate credits. Topics include:

• Infant, Child, Adolescent Health
• Maternal-Child Health
• Nutrition
• Reproductive Health
• Conflict and Justice
• Policy and Health Assessment
• Research Methods and Interventions

Requirements

The program requires:

• 15 credits total, including:
  • 6 Core Credits
  • 6 Elective Credits
  • 3 Independent Study Credits (in GH 600 or another department prefix)
• Attend at least 6 monthly cohort meetings
• A Capstone Project: a 3-credit (90 hours) Independent Study project required to complete the Certificate, separate from the master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation. Capstone projects must be proposed, approved, and completed while enrolled in the Certificate. Students must develop a research-style poster to showcase at Global WACh’s annual year-end celebration during Spring Quarter prior to graduation.

Additional Forms and Resources

Review the following forms to learn more about the course and capstone requirements:

• Course Planning Checklist
• Approved Electives List
• Capstone Guidelines
• Faculty Advisor Information
• Capstone Proposal Form
• Faculty Capstone Evaluation Form
• Capstone Poster Template