Diabetes Certificate

Graduate Diabetes Certificate – CTDIAG, CTDCOG (Ohio online)

Delivery Mode: Athens Campus, Online 

Terms of Entry: Fall, Spring, Summer

Terms of Entry Requiring Program Permission: None

Enrollment Eligibility: Current degree-seeking students and non-degree status

Certificate Overview  

The Graduate Diabetes Certificate educates and prepares students to better understand the multifaceted and complex condition of diabetes. The program offers a unique opportunity for students to obtain interdisciplinary education and training opportunities as well as service learning, clinical and/or research opportunities guided by experts in diabetes. The certificate requires a minimum of 9 credit hours, and the typical time to complete the certificate is two-three semesters.

Certificate Learning Outcomes 

Upon completion of the certificate, students will be able to:

• examine knowledge of the complex management of diabetes and its prevention
• formulate diabetes related information into diabetes related practice.
• analyze the latest trends in diabetes research and clinical management.

Opportunities upon Completion  

Students who graduate with a Graduate Diabetes Certificate will potentially have broader career possibilities, including careers involved in diabetes prevention, management, and treatment.  The independent study portion of the Graduate Diabetes Certificate provides an opportunity for skill development, ranging from research design and development to clinical application. 

Further Information

Link to Program: https://www.ohio.edu/chsp/food-nutrition/graduate/diabetes-certificate/

Contact: Kim Orben, MS, RD, LD, FAND, certificate coordinator, orben@ohio.edu

Admission Requirements  

No additional requirements beyond Ohio University graduate admission requirements.

International Students 

An I-20 cannot be issued based on admission to this program alone.

Completion Requirements  

Students must complete three core courses (9 credit hours) as detailed below. A letter grade of B (3.0) or better in all core courses is required for certificate approval.