School Details
For over 200 years, the University of Cincinnati has served as a pioneer as a public research university, with a culture emphasizing collaboration to achieve innovations that can be applied to solving complex problems. UC continues to balance educational excellence with real-world experience, and today the school’s 1819 Innovation Hub fosters early stage research and helps launch start-up companies.
The university boasts degree programs in subject areas encompassing science, medicine, business, education, engineering, technology, the humanities, and the arts. Creativity, ingenuity, invention, and inclusion drive the school’s goals and purpose.
University of Cincinnati Online helps students take their career to the next level with a flexible format that fits busy schedules. A dedicated student success team supports online students throughout the process, from application to graduation.
UC by the numbers:
- More than 46,000 students
- Over 400 degree programs
- Programs housed in 14 colleges
- More than 6,000 part- and full-time faculty
- 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio
Accreditation & Licensing
University of Cincinnati is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
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Art & Liberal Arts
You know where you want to take your career, so design a curriculum that will get you there! With the University of Cincinnati’s online Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, you can work with an advisor to tailor your degree to fit your career goals, learning needs and interests. This unique program enables you to explore topics that don’t necessarily fit into one major. For instance, if you have an interest in healthcare software, you can take courses in both medical ethics and information technology. Offered fully online, UC’s BIS not only has the flexibility that enables you to choose your specific classes, but also give you the flexibility to complete your degree while maintaining a balance between school, work and your personal life.
Business
The University of Cincinnati-Online offers an Associate of Applied Business in Accounting degree online. This program prepares students to play a key role in an organization’s overall operation by creating, updating, reviewing, and maintaining accounting records. Graduates take on roles as bookkeepers, accountants, and auditors. This online accounting degree also has the option of continuing a student’s studies without losing credits through the online Bachelors of Technical Applied Studies program.
Students enjoy the flexibility offered by this online accounting degree. You can work to improve your future without sacrificing your current life. At the same time, Student Success Coordinators are available to guide online students.
UC Online’s 100% online Associate of Applied Business in Business Information Technology program provides students with a set of skills that are in high demand, including software proficiency, communication, critical thinking, analysis and problem solving. As businesses continue to grow, the need for well-trained, highly-educated Business Information Technologists are in high demand.
Advance or launch your business career with a 100% online Associate Business Management degree. Develop your skills in managament, marketing or finance. Learn best practices in dealing with conflict, communicating effectively, and more. Get a jumpstart on earning your bachelor’s degree.
The Associate of Applied Business in Financial Management Technology is an online finance degree from the University of Cincinnati-Online. The curriculum is designed with your career goals in mind, providing the skills and expertise needed to leverage a business-management approach to budgeting, forecasting, and analytical processes. Coursework also builds on such foundational skills as communication, critical thinking, and teamwork. Graduates are able to tackle complex problems, using business acumen and analyzing scenarios to draw suitable conclusions.
This program goes beyond teaching students to help businesses assess and manage financial risk. It also allows a seamless transition into UC’s online bachelor of technical and applied studies.
UC Online’s 100% online AAB in Information Technology (IT) encompasses all of the computer technology an organization uses and how they use it. This includes aspects of software, cloud computing and storage. Information technology is a discipline distinct from computer engineering, computer science, and management information systems.
The Associate of Applied Business in Marketing Management Technology is an online marketing degree from the University of Cincinnati-Online. With this program you will be prepared for an entry-level role in marketing. It also provides students with the opportunity to transfer into the online Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies degree without losing credits.
The curriculum enhances a student’s ability to coordinate specific marketing functions like customer service, sales, promotions, or public relations. Courses also improve foundational skills that include communication, critical thinking, and teamwork. At the same time, this online marketing degree allows students to continue working while they study.
The Associate of Applied Business in Supply Chain Management Technology is an online operations management degree from the University of Cincinnati-Online. With this two-year degree students gain the knowledge and skills needed to manage and coordinate all logistical functions in an enterprise. You will learn everything from acquisitions to receiving and handling, through the internal allocation of resources to operations units, to the handling and delivery of output. Graduates are prepared to enter a diverse and expanding business field, working in organizations that participate in the design, assembly, and delivery of a particular product.
This online operations management degree allows students the flexibility needed to work and meet personal obligations while they study. Plus, UC offers the same Student Success Coordinators to online students that on-campus students enjoy. They will help you manage your time and guide you through the program.
Every organization values employees who are clear communicators, who can write and speak with a clear voice, even in the face of disparity and division. The University of Cincinnati offers an online BA in Communication that is taught from the unique perspective of understanding and responding to contemporary issues. Whether those issues lie within an organizational, political, mediated communication, or environmental context, UC’s experienced faculty guides students through the theory and practice of the communication process. UC’s BA in Communication online, can also serve as a bachelor’s completion program for students who transfer with a significant number of college classes. Major coursework includes a capstone project alongside electives such as:
- Media & Identity
- Communication, Culture and Globalization
- Organizational Diversity
UC Online’s 2 year, 100% online, Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies completion program is a smooth transition for those who have any type of associate degree and want to earn their bachelor degree. This program is perfect for working adults who want to move into supervisory or administrative positions within their company or industry.
The Graduate Certificate in Business Foundations from the University of Cincinnati-Online is an online business degree. This program is designed so that students can enhance their skills and knowledge in key business disciplines. Whether you are looking for a foundation in business for professional growth or want to learn about a single subject, this program can help you.
Topics covered include:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Management
- Marketing
Students will appreciate the maximum flexibility this program allows. With an online business degree students can study whenever and wherever it is convenient, and coursework can be tailored to meet their individual interests and needs.
The University of Cincinnati-Online offers a Graduate Certificate in Corporate Taxation, an online finance degree. This program is focused on giving students the credentials for tax practitioning. Courses provide training and comprehensive instruction on the many facets of corporate tax principles. You will learn about federal income taxation as it relates to corporations and their shareholders. Students also study tax issues related to corporations and tax implications for shareholders.
The Graduate Certificate in Individual Taxation is an online accounting degree from the University of Cincinnati-Online. This program focuses on the many facets of individual tax principles. You will gain extensive knowledge in how federal income taxation affects individuals, covering such topics as:
- Property transactions
- Minimum tax
- Investment interest
- Charitable contributions
- Tax shelters
This coursework may also be used towards completion of the required hours for the CPA exam. Another option is to use these credits toward the MS in Taxation.
The Graduate Certificate in Investment Management is an online finance degree program from the University of Cincinnati-Online. With this program you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to make strong financial decisions for businesses, individuals, and banks. Courses cover everything from options and futures to portfolio management so you will be able to make many financial decisions.
This is an online finance degree, allowing you to continue working while you study. Even though you are still meeting personal and professional obligations, you will also be gaining practical, career-relevant concepts and techniques.
The University of Cincinnati-Online offers a Graduate Certificate in Marketing degree online. With this program students gain the analytical and technical skills that will allow them to work with complex marketing issues and make more effective business decisions. Coursework provides the tools, technology, and tactics needed to reach an organization’s customers. Graduates are familiar with behavioral science as it relates to product consumption, new product development and market integration, and development of integrated marketing communications plans. Plus, while you are studying to take your career to the next level, you can still be working to keep your current career on track.
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The Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Corporate Taxation from the University of Cincinnati-Online is an online accounting degree. This program offers focused training and comprehensive instruction on the many facets of corporate tax principles. Courses provide knowledge in federal income taxation as it relates to corporations and their shareholders along with knowledge of tax issues related to corporations and tax implications for shareholders.
As with all MBA programs from UC, this online accounting degree also includes leadership and decision-making skills along with such foundational business topics as economics, operations management, business analytics, information technology, and more. Plus, since this degree is 100% online, you are able to complete the program without traveling, studying when and where it is convenient.
The MBA with a concentration in Individual Taxation is an online accounting degree from the University of Cincinnati-Online. This program focuses on the many facets of individual tax principles. You will gain extensive knowledge in how federal income taxation affects individuals, covering such topics as:
- Property transactions
- Minimum tax
- Investment interest
- Charitable contributions
- Tax shelters
This coursework may also be used towards completion of the required hours for the CPA exam.
As with all MBA programs at UC, this online accounting degree also includes leadership and decision-making skills and covers such topics as economics, accounting, operations management, business analytics, information technology, and more. Plus, students are able to earn this degree without traveling, studying when and where it is convenient.
Take your career to the next level with the MBA in Investment Management at the University of Cincinnati, an online finance degree. With this program students gain the knowledge and skills required to make successful financial decisions for businesses, individuals, and banks. You will study risk management and gain a solid background in navigating financial decisions to produce positive outcomes. Plus, coursework ensures students have experience managing diverse sets of investments.
As with all MBA programs at UC, this online finance degree also includes leadership and decision-making skills and covers such topics as economics, accounting, operations management, business analytics, information technology, and more. Plus, students are able to earn this degree without traveling, studying when and where it is convenient.
Take your career to the next level with the University of Cincinnati-Online’s MBA with a concentration in Marketing degree online. With this program students gain the analytical and technical skills that will allow them to work with complex marketing issues and make more effective business decisions. Coursework provides the tools, technology, and tactics needed to reach an organization’s customers. Graduates are familiar with behavioral science as it relates to product consumption, new product development and market integration, and development of integrated marketing communications plans.
As with all MBA programs at UC, this online marketing degree also includes leadership and decision-making skills and covers such topics as economics, accounting, operations management, business analytics, information technology, and more. Plus, students are able to earn this degree without traveling, studying when and where it is convenient.
The University of Cincinnati-Online offers a Master of Science in Finance degree online. Wherever you want to take your education, this degree with its diverse student population and expert faculty ensure you have a head start. The curriculum blends theoretical and applied knowledge, allowing students to grasp theory and develop skills needed to apply financial concepts to real-world situations. Courses provide a strong foundation in all areas of finance, but there are several areas of specialization that will help you achieve your goals. Focus areas include:
- Certified Financial Planner
- Corporate Finance
- Investments
- Real Estate
- Risk Management
Not only do you have the flexibility to take this degree in the direction that matches your interests, but you can also keep your current career while you study! The asynchronous courses in this online finance degree allow students to study whenever and wherever it suits.
The University of Cincinnati-Online offers a Master of Science in Marketing degree online. Regardless of your current life situation, this program makes it possible to earn a degree. The flexibility of online learning allows you to schedule your learning around your lifestyle, studying when and where it is convenient. The affordable tuition rates and courses that can be completed in as little as one year ensure that program completion is as easy as possible. The world-class faculty provide each student with personalized attention and the ability to earn certificates provides specialized study opportunities.
Courses are immersive, providing strategic leadership and decision-making skills along with core skills in topics that include:
- Branding
- Strategy
- Market Research
- Buyer Behavior
- International Issues
Combine your interest in business with your love for sports in the Master of Science in Sports Administration from the University of Cincinnati-Online, an online sports management degree. This program provides the business acumen along with the understanding of the special nature of the sports industry that will help students succeed in sports administration careers. Designed for coaches and administrators in every level of athletics, this degree focuses on blending theory and practice. The experienced faculty promote the real-life applications of what is studied rather than just teaching from textbooks, allowing students to graduate without taking a single midterm or final exam. Plus, the flexibility of the 100% online sports management degree allows students to continue meeting personal and professional obligations while earning their degree.
University of Cincinnati offers a Master of Science in Taxation, an online accounting degree. Students gain both knowledge and the proper credentials to be tax practitioners serving individuals and small businesses or larger corporations. Students develop research skills and understand challenges the industry faces. Courses are taught by experts in the field and provide students with a specialized understanding of the complexities of tax law. There are a variety of electives that allow students to explore such areas as:
- Partnership Taxation
- Accounting for Income Taxes
- Estate and Gift Taxation
The asynchronous online courses allow students to study when and where it is convenient. As long as you have a computer and an internet connection your classroom can be wherever you are.
Computer Science & IT
Students get a broad foundation in a range of topics with the online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from University of Cincinnati-Online. The Data Technologies major combines aspects of data administration, management, analysis, programming, and visualization.
Courses cover the implementation and administration of enterprise data management systems. Students gain strong hands-on technical, problem solving, and communication skills. Graduates of this data science bachelor degree online will be able to work with data preparation, extraction, transformation, analysis, reporting, and management of various technologies.
Students get a broad foundation in a range of topics with the online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from University of Cincinnati-Online. The Game Development and Simulation major provides a basis in game programming while exploring the interdisciplinary nature of game development and production.
Graduates of this video game design online degree will possess a full spectrum of skills necessary for employment in the areas of entertainment and interactive technology. Students are prepared for positions involving design, development, implementation, evaluation, or interaction with computer-based systems. Courses allow students to create simulated environments for training, testing, and exploration based on real-world applications.
Students get a broad foundation in a range of topics with the online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from University of Cincinnati-Online. The Networking and Systems major allows for additional advanced topics in computer networking and systems administration.
The program covers topics involved in the management of operating systems including Windows and Linux servers; Windows, Mac OS, and Linux desktops; and Android and iOS smartphones and tablets. Graduates of this online network administration degree will be equipped to provide technology leadership within their organization and ensure the safety and security of information and computing resources.
Students get a broad foundation in a range of topics with the online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from University of Cincinnati-Online. The Software Application Development major prepares students for a career as a software developer, computer programmer, business analyst, web developer, mobile app developer, and more.
Courses in this online bachelor degree in Software Development cover skills for developing applications in varied platforms. Students learn design and development fundamentals in areas including personal productivity, entertainment, healthcare, and business. The degree program culminates in a senior design experience where the student develops a real-life IT solution.
Software Productivity allows professionals to effectively use software to accomplish business activities. Graduates of the online Certificate in Software Productivity II program will have qualifications for many types of office positions.
The curriculum covers skills in software including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, project management, accounting, and digital media. This concentrated certificate program can enhance your job skills and increase your career options, while being completed in as little as two semesters.
Students gain essential job skills with the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology from University of Cincinnati-Online. The use of Information Technology across all sectors makes IT knowledge and skills useful for any professional.
The concentrated graduate certificate program can be completed online in as little as one summer. The curriculum of this online Information Technology degree program offers hands-on courses covering software development, databases, networking, system administration, information security, and ethics. Students are able to choose three electives in addition to core coursework.
Some of the elective topics offered include:
- Teaching preparation (IT fundamentals, computer networking, computer programing, system administration, database management, or web development)
- IT infrastructure and services
- Switching and routing
- Scripting for network and security
Apply to UC Online's affordable and highly ranked MS IT program! Complete in 1 year or 2 years your choice and no GRE or previous IT background is required to apply. Bridge courses are offered to students without an IT background.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
Improve the effectiveness of a lawyer with this online paralegal associate degree. You will become a competent professional who provides support to attorneys. Play a vital role in the legal system, working to ensure clients receive quality legal services.
The work that a paralegal does is varied and depends on the size and practice area of the firm. Choose between a corporate firm, a private firm, or the public arena and between different types of law, such as litigation or immigration. You may meet with clients, interview witnesses, collect evidence, research case law and legal precedents, draft documents, pleadings, and correspondence with clients and the court.
This online paralegal degree offers a plethora of assistance. Learn from experienced faculty who utilize best practices in teaching and learning and receive such assistance as academic coaching, tutoring, and success skills workshops.
Enhance your career without ever stepping foot on campus with this online criminal justice degree. Graduate as a highly educated, well-trained professional.
This program provides a comprehensive understanding of the criminal offending and criminal justice process through a curriculum that provides a solid foundation of criminal justice knowledge. Graduates of this respected program are leaders in criminal justice settings, policy reform, and law enforcement. They are prepared to take on roles in:
- Law enforcement
- Loss prevention
- Special investigations
- Social advocacy
- Private security
Students get a broad foundation in a range of topics with the online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from University of Cincinnati-Online. The Cybersecurity major gives students expertise in investigating computer-related crimes.
Courses in this Information Technology degree online examine how to identify resources exploited by cyber-criminals and terrorists. Students learn how to create security policies to mitigate risks and threats to IT infrastructure. The curriculum includes components of both theory and hands-on skills in software and hardware security tools.
Career options for online Cybersecurity bachelor’s degree graduates include:
- Vulnerability analyst
- Incident response specialist
- Penetration tester
- Intrusion detection specialist
- Secure code auditor
Take your place in the legal field with this online paralegal degree. As a paralegal, you will work under the supervision of a lawyer and act as one of the lawyer’s most valuable resources. This is a rapidly growing career, especially with US law becoming more complex. Paralegals with higher education experience are in high demand. This program prepares you to take on increased responsibility as you start or advance your legal career.
Learn from licensed attorneys and practitioners in a program that is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). You will work with an academic advisor and student success coordinator as you earn this 100% online paralegal degree. Flexibility is key; study either part-time or full-time while balancing work and family obligations.
Begin a career in an area of growing importance with this online criminal justice degree. While data and information have always been used by law enforcement, it is now used more than ever due to new information technology, crime reduction and prevention strategies, and public safety issues. Gain the specialized knowledge and skills to work as a crime and intelligence analysis professional. This information is now typically taught in criminal justice programs. Graduates are prepared for careers working with law enforcement agencies.
Advance your career in the criminal justice field with this online criminal justice degree. This program focuses on types of criminal offenders and methods of criminal offending. Gain a better understanding of the bio-social factors that impact criminal offending and decision-making as you also learn about the specialized forms of criminal behavior.
Graduates are prepared for careers in a variety of areas due to the wide scope of applications for this type of expertise. Choose from careers in government sectors, private and not-for-profit organizations, or any other institution that focuses on a specific area of crime.
Begin or advance a career working with convicted men and women with this online criminal justice degree. You will also prepare to work with adjudicated juveniles. The comprehensive curriculum provides the knowledge and skills needed to make a positive change in these men’s and women’s lives.
The curriculum focuses on rehabilitating and treating criminal offenders. You will also study the theoretical and philosophical frameworks of corrections and offender rehabilitation. Graduates are also ready to deal with special populations, such as youths, the addicted, and the mentally ill.
Learn about the intricacies and fundamentals of law enforcement and crime prevention with this online law enforcement degree. This program is specifically designed for this purpose. It prepares students to begin or enhance their careers in law enforcement agencies or in other public service organizations. You will learn to develop and implement programs that help communities respond to local crime and disorder problems. In addition to a diverse set of core courses dealing with basic theories and practices, you will have the opportunity to focus on other topics that interest you, such as applied crime prevention and police effectiveness.
With more businesses storing information online, there is a rapidly growing need for cybersecurity professionals, which this online cyber security degree provides. Cybersecurity-related businesses are growing faster than the national industry average, making this a solid career choice.
Emphasizing teaching cybersecurity and data analytics software tools that industry cybersecurity professionals broadly use, this online cyber security degree teaches students to merge cybersecurity concepts and data analytics solutions. Learn to:
- Understand cybersecurity concepts
- Analyze cyber threats
- Respond to incidents
- Protect data networks
- Maintain IT infrastructure continuity
This program can be earned as a standalone certificate, or the credits may later be applied toward the Master’s in Information Technology.
Increase your legal knowledge without attending law school with this online law degree. This program is designed to enhance existing skills, not prepare you for a new career, but does provide a working knowledge of the law. If you work closely with legal professionals, work in a highly regulated industry, or are a business owner who wants to handle more of the legal aspects of business, this degree will be beneficial.
Gain a sophisticated understanding of the U.S. legal system, learning laws and regulations. Learn how the law intersects with your current career while enhancing your resume and increasing your competitiveness in the job market.
This online law degree is taught asynchronously with no campus visits required. In less than two years you will be able to complete a degree that was earned on your own schedule.
Heighten your career opportunities with this online criminal justice degree. This comprehensive curriculum is designed to help students identify trends in corrections, policing, and criminology. There are three concentrations to choose between:
- Analysis of Criminal Behavior
- Law Enforcement and Crime Prevention
- Corrections and Offender Rehabilitation
The Analysis of Criminal Behavior concentration focuses on the various types of criminal offenders and the methods of criminal offending. Study the bio-social factors that differentiate serious criminal offenders from others and gain in-depth knowledge of specialized forms of criminal behavior.
The Law Enforcement and Crime Prevention concentration strengthens knowledge of the intricacies and fundamentals of law enforcement and crime prevention.
The Corrections and Offender Rehabilitation concentration prepares students to make a difference in the lives of convicted men and women and adjudicated juveniles. Courses focus primarily on rehabilitating and treating criminal offenders but also cover the theoretical and philosophical frameworks of corrections.
Take your associate degree to the next level with this online paralegal degree. If you already have an associate degree but it is in another field, this program will provide the knowledge and skills needed to enter or advance in the law and paralegal field. Graduate as a strong competitor in the field.
This program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). It consists of core courses and two paralegal electives. Choose electives based on the types of law you are most interested in, such as:
- Family Law
- Real Estate Law
- Estate Planning and Probate
- Employment Law
There is even a study-abroad opportunity! No matter which courses you take you will be taught by licensed attorneys and practitioners.
Take your existing educational and professional experience and build on it to enter a strong career field with this online paralegal degree. As long as there are legal cases there will be a need for paralegals to assist attorneys with those cases. In as little as one year you will graduate and be ready to excel as a paralegal.
The curriculum in this online paralegal degree is focused, providing a convenient way to develop skills that are sought by employers. Courses in this American Bar Association-approved program cover such core areas of law as:
- Legal Research & Writing
- Law Office Technology
- Civil Litigation
- Investigative Techniques and Evidence
All courses are taught by licensed attorneys.
Education
This online early childhood education degree is for aspiring or current educators who wish to provide high-quality services to their students and their students’ families. Students learn about different types of activities and materials to use in their own classrooms to enhance learning and development for young children.
Benefit from Start-to-Graduation Support with a dedicated Academic Advisor and a Student Success Coordinator providing one-on-one support. This 100% online early childhood education degree is designed with working professionals in mind, offering both full-time and part-time schedules with multiple start times during the year. Take what you learn in the classroom and immediately apply it in your workplace.
This degree does not lead to PreK-5 licensure.
Become an effective teacher for students from birth through age 5 with this online early childhood education degree. The program, which is designed to build on associate degree competencies, prepares graduates for careers in child care, public or private schools, preschools, and other related environments.
Benefit from Start-to-Graduation Support with a dedicated Academic Advisor and a Student Success Coordinator providing one-on-one support. This 100% online early childhood education degree is designed with working professionals in mind, offering both full-time and part-time schedules with multiple start times during the year. Take what you learn in the classroom and immediately apply it in your workplace.
This degree does not lead to PreK-5 licensure.
Learning to think critically and reflectively is the focus of this online education administration degree. Examine issues in educational leadership and policy within educational institutions and the disparities at the local, state, and federal levels. Students develop expertise in leadership, policy, and transformative change across various settings.
Customize your degree by choosing one of these concentrations:
- K-12 Education
- Higher Education
This value-driven, rigorous program features coursework that is research-intensive and practice-embedded.
The University of Cincinnati offers an online Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders. This program uses evidence-based practices that professionals in the field are currently using. Graduates will be prepared for roles in psychology, pathology, teaching, or other related fields working with autistic children.
The University of Cincinnati offers an online Graduate Certificate in Blended & Online Learning and Teaching. This program provides training for teachers in the areas of technology, online instruction, and innovations. This program is offered completely online to provide students with the proper environment for their training.
The University of Cincinnati offers an online Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education. For PreK-12 educators, this curriculum was designed to establish effective teaching techniques for those with gifted learning abilities. The program uses a research-to-practice model where students can immediately implement the lessons.
The University of Cincinnati offers an online Graduate Certificate in PreK-12 Reading Instruction. With this program, students can broaden their knowledge of social, cultural, and language topics related to a student’s ability or inability to read. The program offers experience and practical knowledge to apply within their classrooms.
University of Cincinnati offers an online Graduate Certificate in Special Education Leadership. This program provides a learning environment for students to collaborate on the best practices for teaching students with disabilities. Graduates will pursue excellence in positive change, inclusion, and developing children with learning disabilities.
The University of Cincinnati offers an online Graduate Certificate in STEM Teaching and Learning. This program provides PreK-16 educators with knowledge on STEM topics and strategies to enhance student learning. The program allows educators to think differently about the topics, and promotes creativity for teachers to develop their teaching style within the subjects of STEM.
The University of Cincinnati offers an online Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This program is aligned with the TESOL International Association and the standards for the State of Ohio. Students of the program will enhance their abilities and meet the demand for more teachers experienced in TESOL.
A multidisciplinary online special education degree, this program develops educational leaders. Gain the skills and competencies needed to lead and manage change in the educational field. Learn to plan, develop, and implement instructional programs in both school and non-school settings.
Customize your degree by choosing an area of specialization. One specialization option is Gifted Education which is designed for those seeking careers teaching gifted students in PreK-12. Learn to teach gifted, talented, or creative students. Learn about assessment tools, creating and implementing lesson plans, and how such factors as culture, ethnicity, and linguistic diversity and disposition influence assessment.
Climb the career ladder with this online masters in curriculum and instruction. This program partners with the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center to offer a curriculum on teaching methods, evaluation, and research for teaching in the medical field. The degree allows students to learn from both the medical and education fields.
Gain advanced training in teaching and learning and educational research skills, improve curricula and teaching methodologies, and further your knowledge in the field. These online degrees in healthcare are especially beneficial to faculty, staff, and allied health professionals involved in precepting or teaching activities and medical education research.
Enroll in this master’s in STEM education online degree and enhance professional opportunities. A multidisciplinary program, this degree develops educational leaders. Gain the skills and competencies needed to lead and manage change in the educational field. Learn to plan, develop, and implement instructional programs in both school and non-school settings.
The STEM concentration helps tie together science, math, technology, and engineering concepts. Gain a better understanding of how to integrate these areas and learn how to design a technology-based learning environment. This online STEM teaching degree features problem-based and project-based learning activities and mathematics and science investigation-based learning tasks.
A multidisciplinary program, this online masters in curriculum and instruction develops educational leaders. Gain the skills and competencies needed to lead and manage change in the educational field. Learn to plan, develop, and implement instructional programs in both school and non-school settings.
With the General Studies concentration, students develop their knowledge in teaching, learning, and educational research in an area that matches their interests and career goals. Providing an in-depth focus on curriculum and instruction in general, students complete courses in such areas as:
- Theories and trends
- Diversity
- Research methods
This online degree in curriculum and instruction does not lead to a teaching license.
This online master’s in education administration prepares leaders within educational organizations either in an educational administrative or leadership role. This program is especially beneficial for licensed educators looking to develop their knowledge and skills to enhance learning.
Customize your online education administration degree by choosing a concentration in an area that matches your career goals. The General Administration and Policy concentration is a non-licensure track. Study educational leadership with or without an educational/professional background.
This online master’s in education administration prepares leaders within educational organizations either in an educational administrative or leadership role. It is especially beneficial for licensed educators looking to develop their knowledge and skills to enhance learning.
Customize your online education administration degree by choosing a concentration in an area that matches your career goals. The Principal Leadership concentration is designed for those seeking careers as principals within a school or school district. Gain the knowledge and tools needed for success in this field.
This online master’s in education administration prepares leaders within educational organizations either in an educational administrative or leadership role. It is especially beneficial for licensed educators looking to develop their knowledge and skills to enhance learning.
Customize your degree by choosing a concentration in an area that matches your career goals. The Special Education Leadership concentration, an online special education degree, is for those seeking careers as professionals within the special education field. The focus is on the legal and ethical roles and responsibilities in special education.
Enroll in this behavioral science master’s degree online and enhance professional opportunities. Learn the core skills needed to help others with behavioral and learning challenges. This includes those dealing with such diagnoses as:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Learning disabilities
- Cognitive Impairment
- Mood Disorders
- Substance Abuse
The curriculum teaches students about how to provide others with strategies to support their needs and increase their level of independent functioning.
Coursework is asynchronous, allowing students to study when and where it is convenient. Although flexible, this online special education degree features Student Success Coordinators and faculty who are there to guide students from Start to Graduation.
This teaching specialization, offered by the University of Cincinnati, can be completed entirely through distance learning. With your MEd in Instructional Design & Technology, you will be at the forefront of online curriculum development while completing your curriculum online! UC’s MEd in IDT will give you the skills and knowledge as an educator to create and implement e-learning tools and manage curriculum within the online, or hybrid, environment. Whether you are an adult educator, corporate trainer, or teacher, you will learn how to integrate the latest technology into your classroom, be it virtual or brick-and-mortar. Culminating in a master’s project, coursework in this program usually includes:
- Using Experience Questionnaires
- Learning Sciences and Technology
- Tools for Online Learning and Assessment
Enroll in this master’s in ESL online degree and enhance professional opportunities. Focusing on reading, writing, and speaking as language processes, this is a practitioner-based program. Examine the factors that influence a student’s ability to use reading, writing, and speaking in their first or second language.
Customize your degree by choosing one of these areas of concentration:
- PreK-16 Literacy and Learning Instruction
- PreK-12 Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages(TESOL) Focus
- International/ Adult Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Focus
There are also endorsement graduate certificates available for this masters in literacy online degree. Available certificate options are:
- PreK-12 Reading Instruction
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Designed for the working professional, the MEd in Special Education offered by the University of Cincinnati can be completed online in a year. This graduate degree focuses on the learning, social, occupational, and developmental needs of those with disabilities. Students will study behavioral and autism spectrum disorders, alongside core special education classes. This program also emphasizes leadership and teamwork skills to utilize in this unique educational environment which provides both direct and indirect services. UC’s MEd in Special Education can enable you to become the leader of positive change that impacts the quality of life of both students with disabilities and their support network. Sample coursework in this advanced degree includes:
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Promoting Positive Behaviors
- Autism and Developmental Disabilities
This online education administration degree is designed for licensed teachers with classroom experience and a master’s degree. Become an effective school leader, ready to address the needs and challenges of teachers, students, and school districts. Areas of study include:
- School Finance and School Law
- Curriculum Development and Data Analysis
- Instructional Supervision
- Leadership
Coursework features hands-on learning opportunities and real-world challenges that bring actual situations into the classroom.
Graduates are prepared to take the Ohio Assessment for Educators Exam and the equivalent exam in other states.
This online special education degree is designed for those involved in the transition process within special education. The focus is on providing service and in-service professionals with knowledge, skills, and experiences in special education. Learn to improve the outcomes and quality of life for those with disabilities through transition-related skills and knowledge.
Topics covered include:
- Transition-related legislation and policies
- Transition procedures
- Best practices
- Transition-focused instruction and curriculum
- Interagency collaboration
If you wish to further your education, credits earned in this online special education degree may be applied toward the Master in Special Education.
Engineering
The online ME in Electrical Engineering degree program from the University of Cincinnati offers students the latest in embedded systems technology, providing not only the technical knowledge of advanced microsystems, but also the skills required for management of professionals and effective leadership within a technical environment. Graduates are prepared for careers such as:
- Software Engineer
- Hardware Engineer
- Electronics Engineer
- Research Scientist
- System Designer
- Software Tester
The online ME in Mechanical Engineering degree program from the University of Cincinnati is industry-focused and practice-oriented, designed to deepen students’ engineering skills in design and manufacturing while developing professional skills essential to a thriving business organization. Courses cover topics such as:
- Production Planning & Control
- Design for Manufacturability & Assembly
- Applied Leadership for Project Teams
- Quality Control
- Occupational Safety Engineering
- Lean Six-Sigma
Become a leader in the robotics and autonomous systems engineering industry with this online manufacturing engineering degree. You will prepare to increase efficiencies in manufacturing, improve supply chains, and enhance the quality of life in homes. This ever-changing field requires strategies for managing the systems and those who design and use them.
The curriculum includes training in several disciplines, such as computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, and project management. This industry-focused degree emphasizes making autonomous robotic devices reliable and secure.
Healthcare
Online health informatics degree programs can kickstart your new career in a growing industry. This AAS in Health Information Systems is no exception. The University of Cincinnati strives to provide students with essential knowledge and skills through a comprehensive, practical curriculum. Health informatics online degree studies will introduce topics such as:
- Medical coding
- Data analysis
- Medical terminology
This program benefits working students who need program flexibility. In addition, the associate’s degree can lead to medical biller/coder certification and an RHIT credential. There is also the opportunity to continue education and pursue a bachelor’s degree in health information systems.
This AS online Public Health degree can transform your career and lead to a more advanced bachelor’s program. The program is flexible, with part-time and full-time options and asynchronous courses. Studies will cover topics essential to entry-level health careers, such as:
- Evaluation & research,
- Psychology,
- Ethics, and more.
Build your skills in critical thinking, science, mathematics, and communications as you train to become an educational resource for public health. Career paths may include education, insurance, government, and other high-demand jobs. Students are encouraged to pursue a public health bachelor’s degree upon completing this AS degree.
Begin or advance your career with this accredited health informatics bachelor degree online program. Combining business and healthcare, a career in health informatics involves gathering, analyzing, and securing important medical information, improving organizational efficiency and patient care.
There are a number of benefits to this program, including the ability to complete your degree in as little as four semesters. Students have a high level of interaction, including personalized feedback, from the faculty. Network with peers in online communities and receive mentorship from lifelong professionals and industry experts.
Graduates are both well-prepared and eligible to sit for the RHIA® exam.
Drive your allied health associate degree and career forward through this 100% online Health Sciences bachelor’s completion program from the University of Cincinnati. Earn your degree in as little as two years.
The 100% online Pre-Occupational Therapy program at the University of Cincinnati was designed for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) who want to advance their career with a bachelor’s degree and further pursue their goal in obtaining a graduate degree in occupational therapy. An OTA associate degree is required.
If you have earned a CLT/MLT associate degree, you can advance your career with this online bachelor’s degree in health science. Designed to emphasize technical and academic skills used in modern medical laboratory science, the curriculum prepares students for the ASCP medical laboratory science board certification exam.
In this program that prepares students to help with patient diagnosis and treatment, students complete courses in such areas as:
- Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Hematology
Gain competencies, ethics, and professionalism as you prepare to become a Medical Laboratory Scientist in courses taught by a world-class faculty. A clinical practice portion is built into the curriculum along with a science program capstone research project.
The 100% online Public Health bachelor’s program at the University of Cincinnati prepares students to become leaders in the public health profession through education, promotion, and prevention. Study in an environment that reaches beyond course work and class discussions and pursue a degree helping people and communities adopt healthy behaviors. Make your impact today!
Enhance your associate degree in medical imaging or radiation therapy with this online radiology degree. Designed for working professionals, the program provides leadership skills that can lead to management positions. Learn to use complex diagnostic equipment, such as X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and other similar machines, to treat disease and injury. Courses move beyond the basics in a multidisciplinary curriculum that explores law, economics, research, communication, diversity, and ethics.
Customize your degree with an online radiology degree that offers numerous opportunities to choose your own path. There are two internship focus options: Management or Education. Choose between three areas of specialization:
- Leadership
- Mammography
- Computed Tomography
Get ready for a successful and rewarding career with this online physical therapy degree. Designed for Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRTs) and Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs), this part-time program can be completed within two years. Gain knowledge, skills, and attributes in leadership management, education, and research in a curriculum focused on the intricacies of pulmonary care.
Learn about the inner workings of the healthcare industry and prepare to work with patients diagnosed with a variety of diseases related to the lungs and respiratory system, including:
- COPD
- Asthma
- Lung cancer problems
In addition to entry-level lung-related healthcare careers, this online physical therapy degree also serves as a stepping-stone for a master’s degree.
Specialize in your online health informatics degree program with a Certificate in Cancer Registry Management. This accredited program introduces students to leading software in the industry. It also offers a highly beneficial reimbursement program, covering technical certification exam fees. A few other benefits of this online health informatics certificate include:
- Multiple start dates
- Low student-to-faculty ratio
- Healthcare internship networks
This program is a good fit for those interested in a highly impactful career, such as a cancer registrar. Graduates can handle large amounts of data on a national level, applying learned skills to improve cancer prevention efforts. Prepare for CTR examination and a specialized career path with the University of Cincinnati online.
Prepare for post-primary CT certification through this Certificate in Computed Tomography. This radiology program online may be completed on a full- or part-time schedule and in a flexible format to meet the needs of working students. Studies will cover the technological processes, imaging procedures, and patient safety and care essential in the field.
Students must pay attention to when they can apply, how many credits per course, and if they will be applying credits toward a bachelor’s degree in radiation science technology. Graduates are prepared for leadership careers as technologists. The program is beneficial for students with previous experience in radiology and imaging.
Prepare for post-primary mammography certification examination with this Certificate in Mammography. The radiology program online meets MQSA requirements for clinical standards, providing students with professional development directly applicable to the field. Studies will cover clinical procedures, principles of mammography, anatomy, and more.
Students will take on a clinical practicum to gain real-world experience and prepare for successful careers. Graduates who complete these online radiology courses may pursue mammography, technologist, and supervisory roles in healthcare settings. The online certificate is most beneficial for students with experience in imaging and radiology.
UC Clermont College offers the online Certificate in Medical Coder. Medical billers and coders use industry-established numerical codes to indicate what treatments were received, what the diagnosis was, and what level of care was given. To succeed in medical billing and coding, you should be well organized, have excellent communication skills, and be detail-oriented. You should also be comfortable sitting at a desk for long periods.
Medical billers and coders work in the following workplaces preparing bills and reimbursements for medical care:
- Public health departments
- Nursing care facilities
- Home health services
- Insurance companies
- Outpatient clinics
- Physician offices
- Hospitals
UC Clermont College offers the online Certificate in Physician Practice Management. This certificate helps prepare students to sit for the Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM®) credential. This credential is a logical next step for those with experience in healthcare and other areas who are ready to advance their careers in physician practice management. Current practice managers will also benefit from this certification with increased knowledge and validation of their knowledge and experience in this skilled profession.
Potential occupational opportunities in the following organizations:
- Physician practices
- Hospital-owned physician practices
- Ambulatory care centers
- Surgical centers
- and more
University of Cincinnati offers the online Graduate Certificate in Clinical Trials Design & Research. This program provides an entry point for those who have not recently been enrolled in an academic setting without the commitment to a full Master’s degree program.
The following courses make up the program:
- Phase I/II Clinical Trials Design & Research
- Statistical Principles in Clinical Research
- Phase III/IV Clinical Trials Design & Research
- Pharmacoeconomics and Pharmaceutical Management
All credits earned for this certificate are applied towards the MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a concentration in Drug Development.
University of Cincinnati offers the online Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Science. This program provides opportunities to develop professional skills and fundamental concepts driving cosmetic science. Students are prepared students to gain knowledge of cosmetic science that helps them develop as industry leaders for tomorrow.
The curriculum covers skin and hair science as well as formulation science.
University of Cincinnati offers the online Graduate Certificate in Global Regulatory Affairs in Drug Development. This program features a curriculum in global pharmaceutical development (drugs/biologicals, drug products and devices). A collaboration between academia, industry and government, this degree provides cross-disciplinary training in the scientific and regulatory and business aspects of drug development.
The following courses are offered in the program:
- Pre-Clinical/Non-Clinical Studies for IND Approval
- Discovery of Drugs and Therapeutic Biologicals
- Global Regulatory and Strategic Issues
- Product Development and Manufacturing
This online Health Care Administration Graduate Certificate paves the way for working professionals to advance their careers to keep up with the fast-paced healthcare field. Studies will encapsulate the policies, regulations, systems, and management processes essential to administrative leaders. Expand your career opportunities to include:
- Facility management
- Hospital administration
- Program or operations management
Courses can be completed on a full- or part-time schedule and are offered in an asynchronous format to best meet working students’ needs. Earning a healthcare administration certificate online can help you boost your salary and your position. Take advantage of this highly flexible program and take on the professional development you need to stand out and move forward.
With the online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Finance, you are prepared to pursue a higher salary and better position in financial services. Become a better decision-maker and leader through an interdisciplinary curriculum designed by the college of business and the college of allied health sciences at the University of Cincinnati. Studies may include but are not limited to:
- Financial analysis
- Information technology
- Economics
Explore principles of management, global health, and strategy associated with healthcare finance. This program opens the door to occupations in HR, marketing, insurance, accounting, and more. Courses are available in a 100% online, asynchronous format to meet best the scheduling needs of working adult students.
Explore an interdisciplinary curriculum packed with Health Care Operations essentials through this online Graduate Certificate. The program combines studies provided by the college of allied health sciences and the college of business of the University of Cincinnati. Courses will cover topics including but not limited to:
- Financial analysis
- Healthcare policy
- Management
Students are trained in evidence-based decision-making, quality management, leadership, and more. Graduates are prepared to pursue their master’s degree or careers in HR, information systems, and healthcare operations, to name a few high-demand occupations. Take advantage of a flexible program designed for working adult students through this online healthcare administration program.
This online Graduate Certificate in Health Care Policy and Regulation trains students in advanced evaluation and decision-making practices. The interdisciplinary curriculum pulls coursework from the college of allied health sciences and the college of business of the University of Cincinnati. Studies may include but are not limited to:
- Marketplace strategy
- Information technology
- Health economics
This program is designed for working professionals, particularly those with experience in HR, health education, insurance, planning and development, and other administrative experience. Graduates are prepared for chief business officer roles, management positions, education, and law-related occupations. Develop your professional skills and knowledge through this flexible online healthcare administration program.
Health informatics online programs are a perfect way to enter the well-salaried healthcare field. Consider this Graduate Certificate in Health Information Security to further specialize your career. The program focuses on inefficiency in cybersecurity practices as per federal guidelines. Expect studies such as:
- Threat detection
- Public trust advocacy
- Recovery planning strategy
Those with experience in the field may omit certain courses. The curriculum’s core covers the healthcare and IT landscapes. But it offers electives in areas like criminology and intelligence analysis as well. This certificate can be earned alongside the online master’s in health informatics for students pursuing a graduate degree.
University of Cincinnati offers the online Graduate Certificate in Human Nutrition. This certificate provides advanced study in nutrition that allows you to develop the clinical nutrition skills needed in today’s health and industrial settings. It is designed to educate medical students, residents and fellows, practicing clinicians, other health care professionals (nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, health educators), and biology/chemistry scholars.
Many times physicians and pharmacists are asked to counsel patients on nutrition-related subjects with limited nutrition training. This certificate program will allow you to have a solid background in the latest nutrition research, which will help to set them apart.
University of Cincinnati offers the online Graduate Certificate in Pharmacy Leadership. This program combines leadership and professional development content in a series of health care business and management courses, resulting in a customized learning and growth experience to prepare the pharmacist professional for career advancement in numerous healthcare roles.
Graduates will be prepared for leadership positions in numerous health care settings, including the following:
- independent and chain community pharmacies
- outpatient and clinical pharmacies
- clinical coordinator roles
- health-system inpatient
- long-term care
- managed care
- industry
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Earn a Top 20 Online MBA! The UC Online MBA is a 100% online program with no travel required to graduate from top-ranked Lindner College of Business. Concentrations include healthcare, marketing, taxation, and investment management. Connect with us to learn more.
Earn a Top 20 Online MBA! The UC Online MBA is a 100% online program with no travel required to graduate from top-ranked Lindner College of Business. Concentrations include healthcare, marketing, taxation, and investment management. Connect with us to learn more.
The University of Cincinnati designed its Master of Health Administration program for today’s health care professional. Our 100% online program helps graduates in both administrative and clinical health care roles gain better jobs and a achieve a higher quality of life. No campus visits, and no GRE/GMAT requirements.
With an online Master’s in Health Informatics, students can enter the professional marketplace with confidence and skill. This particular program uses a multidisciplinary approach to this field, covering law, policy, data science, and more. Graduates have developed as leaders with innate skills in areas such as:
- Analytics,
- EHR,
- and Management.
Students learn from esteemed faculty who bring healthcare industry experience to the virtual classroom. Also, consider earning a health information security certificate along with the online master’s in health informatics to specialize in your profession. This degree has plenty of other benefits, including personalized coaching, an extensive network, and 100% online courses.
University of Cincinnati offers the online MS in Cosmetic Science. This program provides opportunities to develop professional skills and fundamental concepts driving cosmetic science. Students are prepared students to gain knowledge of cosmetic science that helps them develop as industry leaders for tomorrow.
The following courses are offered in the program:
- Cosmetic Formulation I: Basic Science
- Pharmaceutical Science Journal Club
- Molecular Biology of the Skin
- Statistical Data Analysis
- Hair Care Science
- Skin Care Science
Working professionals in the medical laboratory science field are encouraged to pursue their master’s in health science online. This particular MS in Medical Laboratory Science Leadership provides the advanced knowledge to lead and educate in a high-demand industry. The program covers topics essential to the practice of leadership in healthcare, including but not limited to:
- Leadership theory
- Curriculum development
- Disease management
Courses are offered in an asynchronous format to best serve the scheduling needs of working students. Students may also earn an ASCP specialty credential along with this master’s degree. Graduates are prepared for careers in education, technology, administration, and management roles in medical laboratory science.
University of Cincinnati offers the online MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a concentration in Drug Development. This program features a curriculum in global pharmaceutical development (drugs/biologicals, drug products and devices). A collaboration between academia, industry and government, this degree provides cross-disciplinary training in the scientific and regulatory and business aspects of drug development. Graduates are uniquely prepared to participate in the multidisciplinary process to translate a therapeutic concept from lab bench to bedside.
With this degree, students will strengthen their background in the complexities of biopharmaceutical research and development.
If you are interested in online pharmacy school, consider this MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences degree. This program focuses on Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Healthcare. Studies are aimed at students seeking careers including but not limited to:
- Genetics
- Clinical development science
- Sales consultation
Explore this sub-specialty in a 100% online format, with the added benefit of customizing your curriculum to meet your professional goals. Studies may cover drug development, clinical trials, biotechnology, and more. The pharmacy degree online may be completed on a part-time schedule.
University of Cincinnati offers the online MS in Pharmacy Leadership. This program combines leadership and professional development content in a series of health care business and management courses, resulting in a customized learning and growth experience to prepare the pharmacist professional for career advancement in numerous healthcare roles.
Graduates will be prepared for leadership positions in numerous health care settings, including the following:
- independent and chain community pharmacies
- outpatient and clinical pharmacies
- clinical coordinator roles
- health-system inpatient
- long-term care
- managed care
- industry
From home healthcare to hospital emergency rooms, a registered respiratory therapist plays an important role in a myriad of diseases that affect the lungs. Take this role to an advanced level with an MS in Respiratory Therapy from the University of Cincinnati. This graduate degree can be earned completely online, allowing you to learn without interruption to your work schedule. The curriculum can prepare you for management roles within your organization or can give you the skills and knowledge to become a healthcare educator, with three distinct concentrations:
- Health Informatics
- Health Care Administration
- Higher Education
Before enrolling in an online program, check with your individual state’s regulatory board for licensing and certification requirements.
Nursing
In conjunction with partner schools in Ohio and neighboring states, the University of Cincinnati offers an online RN to BSN completion program. If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career, consider this program which enables you to complete your bachelor degree on a timetable that fits your schedule. UC offers three different course loads: 2 semesters full-time, 3 semesters part-time or 5 semesters part-time. If pre-requisites are not met, the program length can vary. Coursework in UC’s RN to BSN degree usually entails:
- Gerontology Nursing Practice
- Scientific Bases for Evidence-based Practice
- Informatics for Professional Nurses
Before enrolling in an online or distance-learning program, check with your individual state's nursing board for licensure and/or certification requirements.
Students in the Master of Science in Nursing / Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program learn how to provide comprehensive healthcare for patients from adolescence through all stages of adulthood. Graduates can use their skills in specialties such as dermatology, cardiology, oncology, and orthopedics.
Nurses learn how to build relationships and offer high-quality care to their patients. Coursework explores fundamentals including health monitoring, evaluations, annual checkups, and patient education.
Graduates of the online Adult Nurse Practitioner program can find employment in a variety of settings:
- Emergency rooms
- Surgical units
- Rehabilitation centers
- Long-term care facilities
- Prisons and jails
- College campuses or schools
- Outpatient care facilities
The online MSN / Family Nurse Practitioner program from the University of Cincinnati provides nurses with the skills and knowledge they need to manage the healthcare of patients across the lifespan. Graduates will have the ability to diagnose and manage medical conditions from commonplace to complex for patients ranging in age from children to the elderly.
The main goals of this online FNP program are to produce advanced practice nurses who think critically, advocate for patients and the profession, and apply nursing knowledge in all situations. The curriculum blends clinical experience in diagnosing and treating health conditions with an added emphasis on disease prevention and health management. Graduates are eligible to sit for national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Classes explore topics related to:
- Healthcare policy
- Advanced physiology and pathophysiology
- Care of well women and children
- Advanced health assessment
- Differential diagnosis for the advanced practice nurse
The Master of Science in Nursing / Nurse Midwifery degree focuses on women’s health, specifically during labor and birth. Graduates are eligible to sit for the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) to become certified nurse-midwives.
As primary care providers, nurse midwives provide a wide range of healthcare services. Graduates will be skilled in gynecological care, contraceptive prescriptions and management, birth attendance, and care of newborns during the first month of life.
Courses cover topics such as:
- Advanced reproductive dynamics
- Conceptual frameworks for nurse-midwifery
- Primary care of episodic illnesses in women
- Antepartum care
- Intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn care
Registered nurses seeking an advanced degree in Women’s Health can pursue their Master of Science in Nursing online through the University of Cincinnati. This specialized MSN degree track prepares nurses to provide primary health care for female patients of all ages.
Students in this online Nurse Practitioner degree program learn how to diagnose and treat conditions, promote wellness, and educate patients on disease prevention. Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners focus on reproductive, obstetric, and gynecological health. The program can be completed on either a full-time or part-time basis with three start dates per year.
Coursework includes subject matter such as:
- Advanced reproductive dynamics
- Primary care of episodic illness in women
- Healthcare policy for the advanced practice nurse
- Advanced health assessment
Master’s-prepared nurses can pursue this online Family Nurse Practitioner certificate to better serve the healthcare needs of patients across the lifespan. Students gain critical skills and knowledge in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of health issues. Graduates can work in primary care environments including clinics, offices, and other community settings.
This online FNP program explores subjects such as:
- Clinical management of adult health problems for the advance practice nurse
- Clinical management of health problems for well women and children
- Advanced health assessment
- Differential diagnosis for the advance practice nurse
Graduates of the Post-Master’s Certificate in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner will be skilled in providing care for patients with complex psychiatric and physical health needs. PMHNPs can work with individuals and families to diagnose as well as create, implement, and monitor treatment plans.
Students in this online Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program gain skills including administering psychotherapy and prescribing medications. The goal of the nursing programs at the University of Cincinnati is to empower graduates to think critically, advocate for patients and the profession, and apply their nursing knowledge in any setting. Online coursework and three start dates per year offer flexibility to busy working nurse professionals.
Skilled Mental Health Nurse Practitioners can work in hospitals, start their own private practices, or find employment in a range of other settings including:
- Outpatient clinics
- Schools
- Prisons
- Behavioral health homes
- Acute care services
- Long-term care
Psychology & Human Services
The University of Cincinnati Online Bachelor of Science in Substance Abuse Counseling prepares graduates for rewarding careers helping people who struggle with addiction. The 100% online program is transfer friendly and can be completed in as little as two years. Connect with University of Cincinnati today to learn more.
The online Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Cincinnati is designed for individuals with a desire to reach out within their community and make a difference in others’ lives. With the essential prerequisites completed, you can transfer into this program and earn your degree entirely through distance learning. Whether you want to influence policy, counsel grieving children, or guide the homeless, UC’s online BSW can give you the skillset and knowledge to become an effective social worker in any number of roles. Students will gain first-hand, experiential learning through significant fieldwork during their final year. Subjects taught within this major include:
- Human Behavior in the Social Environment
- Mental Health Perspectives in Social Work
- Introduction to Substance Abuse Counseling
Before enrolling in an online or distance education program, check with your individual state's regulatory board for licensing and certification requirements.
The Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling degree online is available from the University of Cincinnati for students who have, or are in the process of pursuing, a baccalaureate degree in another field and wish to gain credential in this field. Students are provided with a solid knowledge base which can be integrated into counseling, corrective, administrative, and prevention settings. The curriculum for this course of study draws from a variety of disciplines, including biochemistry, medicine, psychology, and sociology. Some of the courses students take through the Certificate program in Substance Abuse Counseling include:
- Basic Pharmacology
- Drugs & Behavior
- Assessment & Diagnosis in Substance Abuse Counseling
- Case Management & Treatment Planning
The world class faculty in charge of the Substance Abuse Counseling Certificate program places a strong emphasis on the understanding, recognition, diagnosis, and treatment of addictive behaviors. Additionally, prevention strategies are heavily underscored.
The University of Cincinnati-Online offers an online substance abuse counseling degree program, the Certificate in Substance Abuse Prevention. This program is designed for counselors, educators, military service personnel, and criminal justice professionals who wish to further skills in their professions. Using a combination of substance abuse counseling courses, health education, and courses specific to substance prevention, this certificate expands knowledge and skills in working with addicted persons and their families. You will gain the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to work with the addicted population and those who have been affected by exposure to addictive behavior. Graduates are prepared to become state and nationally certified substance abuse prevention specialists who are able to provide community-based interventions.
The Graduate Certificate in Behavior Analysis is an online psychology degree program from the University of Cincinnati-Online. This program teaches the methods to develop effective interventions which address a wide array of learning and problem behaviors across developing populations and disability categories. This fully accredited program at a top learning institution offers courses designed to meet requirements for eligibility to take the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst Examination. You will expand your skills in identifying and assessing behavioral and learning challenges, so you are able to make a positive change for people across multiple settings. Emphasizing prevention and early intervention, courses are deeply rooted in evidence-based and research-based practices that lead to success in such settings as clinics, residential facilities, agencies, and in-home.
The comprehensive curriculum examines:
- Functional behavior assessment, analysis, and intervention
- Data-based decision making
- Single-case design research methodology
- Ethical standards for practice