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Certificates

Gain new skills quickly with our certificate programs—no prior degree required. These short, focused programs provide targeted learning to help you advance in your current job, transition to a new role, or explore a new area of interest.

Business

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Insurance & Finance Management

The Online Certificate in Insurance & Finance Management (IFM) at the University of Cincinnati equips students with foundational skills in insurance and finance management. Graduates of this program will be prepared to serve insurance and financial institutions’ clients.

Health & Human Services

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Substance Abuse Counseling

The Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling online through the University of Cincinnati is best for people who wish to obtain credentials in substance abuse counseling. Substance Abuse Counseling is a rewarding field for people interested in providing assistance to others in counseling, corrections, administrative, and prevention settings.

Health Care

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Medical Coder Certificate

Medical coding professionals use industry-established codes and the latest healthcare technology to collect, organize, and report vital information such as diagnoses and treatment outcomes. Coding professionals also manage medical and financial records and work with hospitals and insurance companies to ensure patient claims are properly recorded and processed.

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Cancer Registry Management

Cancer registrars are data information specialists who record and capture a complete history, diagnosis, treatment, and health status for every cancer patient in the US. This data provides essential information to researchers, healthcare providers, and public health officials to better monitor and advance cancer treatments, conduct research, and improve cancer prevention and screening programs.

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Physician Practice Management

This certificate prepares students to sit for the Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM®) credential. The CPPM® 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.

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Revenue Cycle Management

The Revenue Cycle Management Certificate program is a fully online certificate program. Students will receive knowledge in functional areas including: registration (front desk), billing, credit and collections, and revenue cycle management. The revenue cycle can also apply to other areas such as dentistry or behavioral health.

Hospitality

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Hospitality Management

The online Certificate in Hospitality Management prepares students for a career in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry. Whether students are looking to advance in their current careers or pivot into a new field, this program’s industry-relevant curriculum provides the skills and knowledge to thrive in customer service, hotels, management, food and beverage, event planning, tourism, and more.

Information Technology

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Application Software Support Specialist

Earn the credentials and skills required to become a key team player within a business needing advanced skills in computer support, spreadsheets, web development, data analysis, and Internet marketing. The Certificate can be completed in less than one year and also affords students a seamless pathway into an Associate Degree in Information Technology or Business Applications Technology.  This certificate can also be an additional qualification that Associate degree students in Business or Paralegal can acquire.

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Information Technology

The Information Technology Certificate at the University of Cincinnati Online is the perfect stepping stone to help you enter the IT workforce.  This 100% online program, provides students with the skills needed to enter the IT field.  Our certificate program offers students a flexible learning schedule that helps them balance work, family and their education.  If you are looking to advance in your IT career, or break into the industry, UC Online’s certificate program is the perfect fit for you.

Interdisciplinary Studies

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Fire Administration

Have experience as a fire service professional? Looking for career advancement in your career? The Certificate in Fire Administration is geared to help you do just that and allows current fire service professionals to fast-track their career progression and make a difference in their community.

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The University of Cincinnati is one of the first institutions to offer online courses. Innovation in education is at the forefront of what we do. We have expanded the convenience and quality of our online learning to online degree programs. Today, we offer over 110 degrees from undergraduate to doctoral programs.