This proficiency certificate prepares students for entry-level healthcare navigation employment opportunities in physician practices, clinics, and community health centers. The work of a navigator varies based on the organization and specialty areas of employer. Navigators assist clients with the complicated process of accessing and using medical systems. This is a “stackable” certificate; all courses nest directly into the AS Public Health Option to Health Services degree program. This proficiency certificate can act as an “off-ramp” for a pre-RN majors, allowing students to an “on-ramp” upon completion as a better prepared pre-RN major.
The Community Healthcare Navigator Proficiency Certificate prepares students for entry-level healthcare navigation employment opportunities in physician practices, clinics, and community health centers. The work of a navigator varies based on the organization and specialty areas of an employer. Navigators assist clients with the complicated process of accessing and using medical systems. This is a "stackable" certificate; all courses nest directly into the AS Public Health Option to Health Services degree program. This proficiency certificate can act as an "off-ramp" for a pre-RN majors, allowing students to an "on-ramp" upon completion as a better prepared pre-RN major. The certificate also allows AS Public Health declared majors to jump-start the degree and gain practical experience early in their education.
Complete the following required courses:
COMPLETE BIO-107 or BIO-211
BIO-107 Human Biology |
BIO-211 Anatomy and Physiology II |
HLT-110 Culture, Diversity, and Healthcare |
HLT-215 Service Learning Comm Health |
HLT-216 Healthcare Navigation |
HLT-218 Health Disparities in the United States |
The Community Healthcare Navigator Proficiency Certificate nests into the A.S. Health Services Option in Public Health degree program.
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If you need more information, please contact the School Office:
201-360-4267
Visit the Admissions webpage.
Send your documents to: healthprogramsFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE
School of Nursing and Health Professions
870 Bergen Avenue
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
(201) 360-4338
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