Program Details

Graduate Certificate of Completion in Health Psychology

Offered By: College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Next Start Date:

Program Now Enrolling

Total Program Credits & Course Length:

Total Program Credits: 16
Online: 8 weeks

Transfer Credits:

Up to 12 credits or 1/3 of the program

Program Tuition Rate:

Online: $500 per credit. [More Info]

As part of our commitment to keeping tuition rates competitive, GCU has kept campus tuition costs frozen since 2009. While the cost per credits are listed below, the average campus student pays only $8,300 per year* in tuition after institutional scholarships and grants. Speak with your university counselor for more information about estimating the costs of attending GCU.

Tuition	Credits	2016-17
Traditional Undergraduate	1-11 credits	$687.50 per credit
Traditional Undergraduate	12-18 credits	$8,250 per semester
Traditional Undergraduate	19+ credits (semester rate +)	$8,250 + $687.50 per credit above 18 credits
Summer Traditional Undergraduate (Except Nursing Cohorts)*		$310 per credit
Graduate Programs**

*No in-state/out-of-state rates

*Traditional students taking courses in the online format will be charged the regular tuition rates.

*Traditional students are required to take a minimum of nine (9) credits in the traditional campus format.

**$390 graduate tuition is only for traditional daytime students attending master's programs on the West Phoenix main campus.

It is the policy of GCU to collect and remit sales, use, excise and/or gross receipts taxes in compliance with state and local taxing jurisdiction regulations, which require the university to remit tax where applicable. Regulations vary by student location. Payment of tax is ultimately the student's financial responsibility to the university regardless of financing arrangements. Per Hawaii requirements: It is hereby stated that students residing in the State of Hawaii will be charged Hawaii General Excise Tax on all transactions. Students living in the District of Oahu will be charged 4.712 percent. Students residing in other Hawaii districts will be charged 4.1666 percent.

GCU's non-traditional tuition rates are for students who are interested in pursuing an online degree program or taking evening classes. Speak with your university counselor to learn more about your opportunities for scholarships off tuition through GCU's educational alliances or to find out about options for continuing education for teachers.

Undergraduate Tuition	2016-17
Education Programs	$440
Theology Programs	$355
Applied Business Analytics / Applied Business Information Systems/ Business Information Systems/ Computer Programming / Information Technology Programs	$449
Business Administration with an Emphasis in Business Intelligence	$470
Online and Professional Studies (all programs other than those listed above)	$470
Active Duty and Active Reserve (online and professional studies)	$250

Graduate Tuition	2016-17
Education Programs	$515
Continuing Education for Teachers	$150
Master of Divinity	$330
Business Programs (Excludes Business Analytics / Information Systems and Technology Management)	$560
Nursing Programs	$500
Advanced Practice Nursing Programs	$610
Business Analytics / Information Systems and Technology Management Programs	$489
Online and Professional Studies (all programs other than those listed above)	$500
Doctoral Programs (includes dissertation courses DIS-966 to DIS-970)	$640
Active Duty and Active Reserve (online and professional studies)	$400
Active Duty and Active Reserve (doctoral programs)	$608

Overview

Lead and Influence Community Health

Advance your understanding of the psychology of health and wellness by studying the influences on physical and mental well-being through our Graduate Certificate of Completion in Health Psychology. This program is an excellent supplement for those who have already earned a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, integrated health, nursing, counseling or related fields.

Offered through the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, this health psychology certificate can help you explore the relationship between mental, social and psychological environments that affect community health and wellness. Study biological and social factors that influence health and illness, learn ways to assist diverse individuals or groups to prevent illness and promote healthy behaviors.

Degree Outcomes

Improve Health and Affect Change

Through a deeper understanding of health psychology, you study the impact of personal lifestyle choices on behavior. You also explore and apply current research to health-related issues. Current policies, survey design and the grant writing process are introduced.

At the forefront of the health psychology certificate program is understanding the impact stress, nutrition, alternative medicine and illness can have on the body and mind. The health psychology certificate program helps you improve your research and critical thinking skills by both exploring and formulating your own conclusions to instigate positive changes in communities.

What You Will Learn

Study Physical and Mental Behaviors that Influence Health

Course topics include:

Health and wellness support and prevention programs
Substance abuse
Lifestyle factors (diet, exercise and safety)
Community health prevention and care
Public policy (current and future)

Career Outcomes

Explore Research and Patient Care Opportunities

This Graduate Certificate of Completion in Health Psychology is an excellent supplement to a previously earned graduate degree in psychology or health care fields. The program can also further employment opportunities conducting research or working with patients in hospitals, health care clinics, universities, private organizations and government agencies.

Course List

The programs offered at Grand Canyon University may vary by content and course length. You are currently viewing the program version available in Arizona. For information about specific course content, credit length and VA approval in your state, please contact a counselor at 1-855-GCU-LOPE or click here to request more information.

Major:

16 credits

Total Degree Requirements:

16 credits

Program Core Courses

PSY-661: Promotion of Health Behaviors Total Credits: 4 credits

Course Description

This course explores the promotion of health behaviors at the individual and community level. A special focus is on prevention programs and utilization of media to impact health behaviors. Factors contributing to successful prevention programs will be analyzed and program evaluation techniques will be demonstrated. Successful survey design techniques will be introduced and the current trends in health psychology will be explored.

PSY-662: Health and Wellness Total Credits: 4 credits

Course Description

This course examines a variety of factors related to wellness and includes a focus on substance use and abuse, nutrition, weight control, diet, exercise and safety. An exploration of lifestyles factors related to promoting health and wellness across the lifespan will be assessed as well as effective coaching for health and wellness.

PSY-664: Community Health Total Credits: 4 credits

Course Description

This course examines health and prevention at the community level. This course examines the implementation of community wide change through intervention, prevention and program evaluation. Students will explore current research related to topics relevant to Community Psychology.

PSY-663: Future of Health Psychology Total Credits: 4 credits

Course Description

This course examines the future of Health Psychology with an emphasis on understanding current public policy and implementing changes in this sector. Careers related to Health Psychology and issues and controversies that impact the field are investigated.

Program Locations

Online

Pursue a next-generation education with an online degree from Grand Canyon University. Earn your degree with convenience and flexibility with online courses that let you study anytime, anywhere. GCU offers the most experienced leadership in delivering online degree programs. Full-time faculty members and fully trained adjunct instructors, equipped with strong academic backgrounds and practical experience in their fields, support you every step of the way. Designed with the career-oriented professional in mind, our online classes provide an intimate environment that stimulates engaging and challenging discussions. Choose from programs across our distinct colleges, in high-demand employment areas. Classes begin frequently.

Evening

Grand Canyon University’s evening programs cater to the demands of working professionals who prefer an in-person learning environment. Our night classes meet just once per week and offer the interaction and discussion of a typical college classroom. Night classes are designed for a specific number of students, providing a warm and nurturing environment that supports an engaging experience. In an evening cohort, you will progress through your degree program with the same career-minded classmates, providing an opportunity to network and forge relationships that go beyond the classroom. Classes begin frequently at various locations, including our main campus.

* Please note that this list may contain programs that are not presently offered as program availability may vary depending on class size, enrollment and other contributing factors. If you are interested in a program listed herein please first contact your University Counselor for the most current information regarding availability of the program.

* The Department of Education defines how an institution must calculate a program's On-Time Completion rate for federal disclosure purposes. The On-Time Completion rate is based on a program's published required number of months to complete all degree requirements as provided in the institution's catalog. Completion statistics are updated every January and are based on the cohort of students who started the program in the same year and then graduated within the published program length.

* Please refer to the Academic Catalog for more information. Program subject to change.

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Graduate Certificate of Completion in Health Psychology

Traditional On-Campus Tuition

Non-Traditional Tuition (Online and Evening Students)

Overview

Lead and Influence Community Health

Degree Outcomes

Improve Health and Affect Change

What You Will Learn

Study Physical and Mental Behaviors that Influence Health

Career Outcomes

Explore Research and Patient Care Opportunities

Course List

Program Core Courses

PSY-661: Promotion of Health Behaviors Total Credits: 4 credits

Course Description

PSY-662: Health and Wellness Total Credits: 4 credits

Course Description

PSY-664: Community Health Total Credits: 4 credits

Course Description

PSY-663: Future of Health Psychology Total Credits: 4 credits

Course Description

Program Locations

Online

Evening