Health Law, Graduate Certificate

Healthcare is a complex legal arena, as it encompasses several key stakeholders, from providers to patients to insurers. The Graduate Certificate in Health Law can help individuals recognize and navigate the varying legal needs in this space;  an introductory course is paired with three courses tailored to the health industry.

The program helps to prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills to:

• Summarize and apply the appropriate statutes and regulations to concrete situations
• Examine legal regulations governing the provision and financing of healthcare services
• Gain an in-depth overview of health and compliance programs and the code of conduct for particular fields

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• Concentrations and course offerings may vary by campus and/or by program modality.  Please consult with your advisor or admissions coach for the course availability each term at your campus or within your program modality. 
• Certain options within the program may be required at certain campuses or for certain program modalities.  Please consult with your advisor or admissions coach for requirements at your campus or for your program modality. 

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Complete all courses and requirements listed below unless otherwise indicated.

Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Students enrolled in Northeastern University colleges other than the School of Law should contact a School of Law advisor at lawstudentaffairs@northeastern.edu for guidance on registering for courses from the School of Law.
LS 6102	Introduction to Legal Studies 2	3
or LW 6102	Introduction to Legal Studies 2
LS 6180	Health Law Survey	3
or LW 6180	Health Law Survey
LS 6181	Healthcare Regulation and Compliance	3
or LW 6181	Healthcare Regulation and Compliance
LS 6182	Patient Records, Privacy, and Security	3
or LW 6182	Patient Records, Privacy, and Security

Program Credit/GPA Requirements

12 total credits required
Minimum 3.000 GPA required