Graduate Certificate in Health Law and Policy

Northeastern University

To provide you with the big picture in a specific area of expertise, Northeastern University School of Law offers a range of certificates that are interdisciplinary, bringing together the unique strengths of our law school and global university, and our leadership in experience-based education. If your goal is to work in a public health, health care, or health policy setting, you’ll need to master the nuances of health law and policy. By weaving health-related courses into your legal studies, you’ll be prepared for success in health-related careers in the nonprofit, public or private sectors. The interdisciplinary Graduate Certificate in Health Law and Policy encompasses a wide range of courses, including courses in public policy, sociology, public health and health management. Through courses, co-ops, clinics and writing a substantial paper, your studies will be grounded in the context of law and layered with laser-focused knowledge, industry-informed observations and unique insights, both from your law professors and from faculty and colleagues across our global university. Whether you are interested in social movements in health care, health information technology or another field in the health sector, the Graduate Certificate in Health Law and Policy offers an opportunity to deepen your knowledge and develop expertise so that you can jump right into a rewarding career in a health-related field.