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College of Health Sciences

Health Care Quality and Safety

​​The Online Graduate Certificate in Health Care Quality and Safety is designed for current or aspiring health care professionals in leadership roles.​

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Degree
  • Graduate Certificate
Location
  • Online
Type of Instruction
  • Online
Length

15 Credit Hours

​​Lead in Service to Others in Health Care​ 

​​Sam Houston State University’s online Graduate Certificate in Health Care Quality and Safety is designed for professionals aiming to lead improvements in patient care. This 15-credit program equips students with the knowledge and skills to manage quality initiatives, ensure patient safety, and implement effective healthcare policies. Whether you’re currently in a leadership position or preparing to advance your career, the flexible online format allows you to balance education with professional responsibilities. Graduates are well-prepared to make a meaningful impact in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings through improved systems, safety standards, and organizational outcomes.​ 

​​Elevate Impact in Healthcare​

​​Advance your healthcare career with SHSU’s Graduate Certificate in Health Care Quality and Safety. The 15-credit, fully online program is designed for professionals seeking to lead patient safety and quality improvement initiatives. With flexible scheduling, practical skills, and a focus on real-world impact, it prepares you to drive meaningful change in healthcare settings.​

  • ​​Made for Health Care Leaders

    ​​This certificate is tailored for current and aspiring healthcare professionals in leadership roles. Whether you're a clinician, administrator, or manager, the program equips you with advanced knowledge in patient safety, healthcare quality, and systems improvement—skills that are essential for driving change and ensuring better outcomes in health care environments.​ 

  • ​​Flexible Online Format​

    ​​Offered entirely online, the program allows you to complete coursework on your schedule without interrupting your professional responsibilities. This flexibility makes it ideal for busy professionals looking to advance their careers while balancing work and personal commitments. Complete the 15-credit program in as few as nine months.​ 

  • ​​Skills and Impact​

    ​​The curriculum focuses on practical applications of healthcare quality and safety principles. Students gain tools to assess risks, implement safety protocols, and lead improvement initiatives, and are prepared to make an immediate impact in a variety of health care settings.​ 

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Find Your Future Career

​​Graduates pursue roles such as quality improvement coordinator, patient safety officer, risk manager, health care administrator, compliance or accreditation specialist, and more.​

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Expert Health Sciences Faculty

​​The College of Health Sciences faculty features multidisciplinary clinicians, researchers, and industry leaders that deliver real-world insight and mentorship.​

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