The Undergraduate Certificate is available to any Georgia State University student pursuing a bachelor's degree, and you can apply by completing the application through the HOW TO APPLY link below. Students should declare their certificate as early as possible, but they may declare up to their graduation date, as long as all requirements are met. For certificates with a capstone, we recommend applying at least one semester before your expected graduation. You will receive an email notification about the status of your application within a week of submission.
What does it cost?
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How long will it take?
This certificate requires 15 semester hours of coursework.
Where will I take classes?
Atlanta Campus
Application Deadlines
Health and Science Communication Undergraduate Certificate
Program Contact
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The Health and Science Communication Certificate prepares students to translate complex health and scientific information into accessible content for diverse audiences. This program equips students with critical communication skills, helping them convey important science and health messages in personal and professional contexts.
Graduates of this certificate program can pursue roles such as health communication specialist, science writer or public health educator. Whether working in public health organizations, hospitals or media outlets, students will be able to develop and deliver clear, impactful health communication strategies that make a difference in public understanding and well-being.
Program Details
The program requires completion of 15 semester hours along with a non-credit capstone course. Courses taken as part of a Georgia State University certificate program count toward the requirements of the certificate and may also count toward core curriculum, major and minor requirements
The curriculum will include communication foundations, sciences and health foundations, advanced sciences and health issues, and sciences and health communication proficiency.
For complete program requirements, visit the catalog.
For general tuition information, check out our cost calculator or visit student financial services for information on estimated costs.
Through coursework, students enrolled in this certificate program will gain the following skills:
- Understand and apply theories of behavior change in their communication efforts.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of both traditional and digital media platforms.
- Critically engage with academic research from various disciplines to identify and apply best practices in health and science communication.
- Exhibit an understanding of cultural sensitivities and their impact on communication strategies.
- Articulate complex health and science information clearly and effectively to both individuals and the general public.
- Develop strategic interpersonal and mass communication campaigns aimed at effectively influencing individual and public health behaviors.
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