Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Information Technology

Plan Description

The Healthcare Information Technology certificate is designed to provide essential knowledge and skills to manage, analyze, and secure health data in modern healthcare systems. This program covers key topics such as electronic health records (EHR), health informatics, data privacy, and state-of-the art technology in healthcare. The certificate enhances career opportunities in health informatics, data management, and digital health innovation.

For more information about your program, including your graduate program handbook and learning outcomes, please visit the Degree Directory.  

Plan Admission Requirements

Application Deadlines

Applications available on the UNLV Graduate College website.

All domestic and international applicants must review and follow the Graduate College Admission and Registration Requirements.

Graduate College Admission Requirements

1. Completed application in the Application Portal and non-refundable application fee.
2. Bachelor’s Degree – You must hold a four-year baccalaureate from a regionally accredited institution or an approved equivalent.
3. Grade Point Average – You must have a minimum overall grade point average of 2.75 (4.00=A) for the bachelor’s degree or a minimum 3.00 (4.00=A) for the last two years (60 semester credits). 
4. All applicants are required to submit an unofficial transcript from each postsecondary institution attended, showing all degrees and coursework, the dates awarded, and grades received. Official transcripts required upon admission.
   1. Credentials not in English must be accompanied by an English translation certified as true by a university official, an official representative of a United States embassy or consulate, the United States Information Service, the United States Education Foundation, or an approved professional translating service. Notarized copies of originals or translations are not considered official.

Plan Requirements

Total Credits Required: 15

Certificate Completion Requirements

• Completion of Required Courses – Students must successfully complete a set number of courses (15 credits), including 9 credits for required courses and 6 credits for elective courses.
• Minimum GPA Requirement – Students need to maintain a minimum GPA of a 2.0 across all certificate courses to demonstrate competency.
• Students may apply for graduation up to two semesters prior to completing their degree requirements. All required forms must be submitted to the graduate college via the Grad Rebel Gateway.