Translate Research into Action with a Certificate in Dissemination & Implementation Science!
This 15 credit hour certificate introduces the concepts of dissemination and implementation to students and other health professionals. The concepts learned while pursuing this certificate will assist researchers and practitioners in translating and testing research advances in public health and healthcare delivery to effective and efficient interventions in multiple settings.
Available to degree-seeking and non-degree seeking students
Current students: The certificate is easy to combine with your existing coursework, and several courses are already included in School of Public Health degree requirements. See the Course of Study below for more information.
Non-degree seeking students: Application is simple with the SOPHAS Express Application! You just need:
- Academic transcripts
- Statement of purpose and objectives
- One letter of recommendation
To submit an application, visit the Non-Degree Seeking Application webpage.
Recently completed your MPH or PhD at UTHealth Houston? Consider getting your Certificate in D&I Science! Coursework from your degree can be applied to Certificate requirements for up to five years.
Course of Study
The following courses are required for a Certificate in Dissemination and Implementation Science:
|
Code |
Title |
Hours |
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or PHD 1122L |
Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences in Public Health Health Promotion Theories for Individuals and Groups: Part I |
3 |
|
or PHD 3743L |
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management in Health Services Organizations Organizational and Management Theory |
3 |
|
Dissemination & Implementation Research and Practice |
3 |
|
|
Designing and Tailoring Implementation Strategies |
3 |
|
|
Electives* |
3 |
|
|
Total Hours |
15 |
|
*Students are required to complete three credits of the following:
Electives for those primarily interested in practice:
- PH 3998 Special Topics in Management, Policy and Community Health (ST: Facilitator Roles and Skills)
- PH 3735L Healthcare Strategic Management
- PH 3920 Health Service Delivery and Performance
- PHM 3746L Evaluation & Improvement of Healthcare Quality
Electives for those primarily interested in research:
- PHM 5015L Introduction to Qualitative Research in Public Health
- PHD 1130L Applied Measurement Theory
- PHD 3631L Community Engagement/ Community-Based Participatory Research
For more information on courses, see the Dissemination and Implementation Science certificate planner.