The Advanced Certificate in Forensic Health is open to current ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ graduate students as an add-on certificate to their existing program. Non-Binghamton students interested in this certificate should visit the Advanced Certificate in Forensic Health online program webpage.
Overview and Requirements
The Advanced Certificate in Forensic Health is a graduate-level program designed to deepen students’ understanding of interpersonal violence and its effects on victims and offenders. It is available to any current ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ graduate student as an add-on to their existing program of study.
The forensic health certificate may be especially beneficial for professionals in fields such as nursing, public health, anthropology, public safety, medical examiners' or coroners' offices, and probation or parole agencies.
The curriculum covers topics such as victim trauma, offender behavior, and healthcare policy, allowing students to understand the complexities of the justice system and healthcare settings. The program focuses on providing evidence-based responses to different types of trauma and violence, combining academic theories with practical skills.
This program is delivered in a hybrid format.
Here are a few reasons to consider this certificate program:
- Enhance your skill set: A forensic health certificate shows specialized knowledge and expertise, advancing your professional abilities and potentially leading to special assignments.
- Boost your career prospects: Specialized training can unlock new career opportunities, as education beyond a bachelor’s degree is often required or recommended for supervisory roles in the fields listed above.
- Broaden your professional network: From fellow students to faculty and featured speakers, you'll collaborate with experts across various fields, expanding your network.
Upon completing the program, graduates will be prepared to respond effectively to victims and perpetrators of violence, explain the functions of court systems, document evidence collection, and advocate for victim needs.
NOTE: Students who completed an undergraduate forensics course or courses through Binghamton's Decker School of Nursing or Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences cannot repeat coursework of the same title at the graduate level.
Curriculum
The Advanced Certificate in Forensic Health requires the successful completion of three 3-credit graduate courses (listed below) for a total of 9 credits. Students are encouraged to review the for more information, including course descriptions.
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Courses (may be completed in any order) |
Credits |
When Offered |
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ALL STUDENTS MUST TAKE: |
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NURS/PH 581G: Forensic Health of Victims |
3 |
fall |
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Students will SELECT TWO OF THE FOLLOWING; students are expected to consult with the program coordinator before selecting the two courses: |
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NURS/PH 581B: Forensic Health Essentials |
3 |
spring and summer II |
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NURS/PH 581E: Medicolegal Death Investigation |
3 |
spring and summer I |
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NURS/PH 581F: Forensic Health of Offenders |
3 |
spring |
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NURS/PH 581J: Forensic Pediatrics |
3 |
fall |
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NURS/PH 581P / GMAP 538B: Forensic Health: Sexual Offending and Victimization |
3 |
summer II |
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TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION |
9 |
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Notes:
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Application Procedures
Follow the instructions for applying to a certificate program at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ; be sure to follow the Add-On Certificate instructions. You must complete an Add-On Certificate Program Application, found on the Office of the Registrar website.
Program Coordinator
Matthew M. Lunn, PhD
Clinical Assistant Professor, Director of the Forensic Health Program
Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences