Online Graduate Certificate in Arts in Medicine
The Graduate Certificate in Arts in Medicine recognizes the acquisition of knowledge and skills related to the use of the arts to enhance individual and
community health and to impact healthcare environments. The Certificate is designed to enable graduate students and professionals in the arts, health
sciences, and other health-related professions to effectively engage the arts to enhance health outcomes in individuals and communities, and to effectively
manage arts programs in healthcare and community settings. The Certificate is offered by the College of Fine Arts and administered through the Center for
Arts in Medicine.
Student Eligibility:
- Graduate students in any major may complete the Graduate Certificate in Arts in Medicine.
- Non-degree seeking students may pursue the Graduate Certificate in Arts in Medicine as long as the applicant has at least a bachelor’s
degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution.
- All students (degree seeking, non-degree seeking, or post-baccalaureate) wishing to complete the Certificate must apply and be accepted to the
Certificate program.
- Technical competencies sufficient for online learning including web navigation, word precessing, and blogging.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Certificate program requires a bachelor’s degree in an arts, health, or related field of study, and
at least one of the following:
- Completion of the Introduction to the Arts in Healthcare course at UF with a 3.0 GPA or higher
- Completion of the Arts in Healthcare Summer Intensive program at UF or the University at Buffalo
- A minimum of one year of professional experience as an artist or administrator
in the field of Arts in Medicine
- Other experience as determined appropriate by the Center's director
Requirements: The Graduate Certificates in Arts in Medicine will be awarded after successful completion of all requirements and will be posted to the academic transcript. Completion of 12 credits of the following coursework with a 3.0 or higher GPA.
- Creativity and Health: Foundations of the Arts in Medicine (3 credits/8 weeks)
- Arts in Medicine in Practice (3 credits/8 weeks)
- Arts in Medicine Graduate Practicum (3 credits/16 weeks)
- Arts in Medicine Professional Seminar (3 credits/8 weeks)
Sample Syllabus:
Learning Objectives:
- Develop an understanding of the theoretical foundations that inform the field and practice of arts in medicine
- Understand the roles of the arts in promoting health education, health literacy and disease prevention in community settings
- Develop understanding of the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate care environments and to ensure patient safety
- Develop professional-level practical skills in using the arts to address health in healthcare and community settings
- Gain experience in and develop understanding of the administrative structures that support arts in medicine programs
- Understand core issues, contemporary trends and critical debates central to the arts in medicine
- Identify core competencies including ethical frameworks, program development and assessment, grant writing, and cultural competency
Application Procedures: All applicants are expected to submit the following materials to the Graduate Advisor:
- Certificate Application
- Personal Statement
- Resume/CV
- Two letters of recommendation in signature-sealed*
- Official transcripts*
*Please note that Letters of Recommendation and Official Transcripts must be mailed to:
PO Box 100326
Gainesville, FL 32610
Application Deadlines:
Students may begin the Graduate Certificate program in fall or spring of each year.
June 20 (for Fall 2013)
November 4, 2013 (for January 2014)
Semester Dates:
Spring A 2013: January 7, 2013 - March 3, 2013
Spring B 2013: March 11, 2013 - May 3, 2013
Summer A 2013: May 6 - June 28, 2013
Summer B 2013: July 1 - August 23, 2013
Fall A 2013: August 26, 2013- October 18, 2013
Fall B 2013: October 21, 2013- December 13, 2013
Upcoming: Online Graduate Certificate in Arts in Public Health
Anticipated start date: January, 2014
Watch this page for application information and deadlines
The Graduate Certificate in Arts in Public Health recognizes the acquisition of knowledge and skills related to the use of the arts to improve the health of communities. The Certificate is designed to enable graduate students and professionals in public health, the arts, and other health and human services professions to effectively engage the arts to address public health issues by enhancing health literacy and promoting healthy lifestyles. The program will also prepare students and professionals to effectively manage arts programs in community settings. The Certificate is offered by the College of Fine Arts and administered through the Center for Arts in Medicine.
Student Eligibility:
- Graduate students in any major may complete the Graduate Certificate in Arts in Public Health.
- Non-degree seeking students may pursue the Graduate Certificate in Arts in Public Health as long as the applicant has at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution.
- All students (degree seeking, non-degree seeking, or post-baccalaureate) wishing to complete the Certificate must apply and be accepted to the Certificate program.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Certificate program requires a bachelor’s degree in an arts, public health, human services, health, or other related field of study.
Requirements of the Certificate include completion of 12 credits of the following coursework with a 3.0 or higher GPA.
- Creativity and Health: Foundations of the Arts in Medicine
- Arts in Medicine in Practice
- Arts in Public Health Graduate Practicum
- Arts in Public Health Professional Seminar
Learning Objectives:
- Develop an understanding of the theoretical foundations that inform the field of arts in medicine and practice of the arts in community health programs
- Understand the roles of the arts in promoting health education, health literacy and disease prevention in community settings
- Develop understanding of the knowledge and skills necessary to engage the arts in a health context
- Develop professional-level practical skills in using the arts to address health in both healthcare and community settings
- Achieve an advanced level of understanding of arts in public health practice
- Gain experience in and develop understanding of the administrative structures that support arts in public health programs and initiatives
- Understand core issues, contemporary trends, critical debates, and research central to the arts in public health
- Identify core competencies including ethical frameworks, program development and assessment, grant writing, and cultural competency
More information and Inquiries:
For more inforation about careers in Arts in Medicine and the Certificate programs, please read the Frequently Asked Questions page below.
Frequently Asked Questions
To inquire about the program, contact the Graduate Advisor, Dylan Klempner at dklempner@arts.ufl.edu or the UF Center for Arts in Medicine director, Jill Sonke, at jsonke@ufl.edu.
