Leading the Way
This 100% online certificate requires students to complete a minimum of nine credits of coursework. The goal of this certificate is to provide students with knowledge about the older adult and the agencies that provide services for this expanding population. Students will 1) understand the nature, depth, and growth of the older adult population, and 2) address the impact of that growth on health and health care.
This certificate provides a broad orientation to the field of aging while preparing individuals for the Michigan Nursing Home Licensure Exam and is intended to complement and enhance career opportunities for students across a variety of fields, such as nursing, physician assistant, occupational and physical therapy, and more. Professionals with formal training in gerontology may work in a broad range of settings. Examples include: local, state, federal and private agencies providing services to older adult, hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, health promotion programs, recreational and leisure activity programs.
This certificate can also be used toward earning UM-Flint’s Master of Science in Health Services Administration. The customizable master’s degree allows you to stack two or three certificates of your choice.
Admission Requirements
- One of the following:
- BS in a health-related field
- BS or BBA in a business-related field
- BS or BA in another field with at least 2 years health sector work experience
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
*Students in the final semester of a UM-Flint healthcare baccalaureate program may receive an override to begin the graduate certificate while completing the baccalaureate degree by filling out this form. Submit the form to [email protected].
State Authorization for Online Students
In recent years, the federal government has emphasized the need for universities and colleges to be in compliance with the distance education laws of each individual state. If you are an out-of-state student intending to enroll in an online program, please visit the State Authorization page to verify the status of UM-Flint with your state.
How to Apply for the Certificate in Long Term Care Administration
To be considered for admission, submit an online application below. Other materials can be emailed to [email protected] or delivered to the Office of Graduate Programs.
- Application for Graduate Admission
- $55 application fee (non-refundable)
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please read our full transcript policy for more information.
- For any degree completed at a non-US institution, transcripts must be submitted for an internal credential review. Read the following for instructions on how to submit your transcripts for review.
- If English is not your native language, and you are not from an exempt country, you must demonstrate English proficiency.
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Two letters of recommendation from individuals who can evaluate your scholarly and/or professional ability.
- Statement of Purpose describing your objectives for graduate study and reasons for selecting this program
- Students from abroad must submit additional documentation. This program is a certificate program. Students admitted to this program are not eligible to obtain a student visa (F visa).
- International students may also complete this program online in their home country.
This is a certificate program. Admitted students will not be able to obtain a student (F-1) visa to pursue this degree. However, students living outside of the US may complete this program online in their home country. Other nonimmigrant visa holders currently in the United States please contact the Center for Global Engagement at [email protected].
Application Deadlines
- Fall Early Deadline: May 1
- Fall Final Deadline: August 1
- Winter: December 1
- Summer: April 1
Academic Advising Services
At UM-Flint, we are proud to have dedicated advisors who can help guide your path to achieving the Certificate in Long Term Care Administration. Contact your program advisor for further assistance.
Learn More about UM-Flint’s Certificate in Long Term Care Administration
The University of Michigan-Flint’s Certificate in Long Term Care Administration prepares you to become a leader and advocate in older adult care. Don’t wait to gain the skills to support this rapidly growing population. Apply today or request information to learn more about our program!