DMS Certificates Curriculum

The Health Practice and Administration Certificate includes four, three-credit modules for a total of 12 hours, which can be completed in just two semesters.

DMS710 Advanced Clinical Immunology and Genetics

This module covers clinical immunology, focusing on the physiology/pathophysiology of the immune system and its implications for disease state as related to allergy and rheumatology medicine, and the treatment of such states. Additionally, the module includes basic principles of human genetics and their application to clinical medicine, including pharmacogenetics. Prerequisite: Admission to the DMS degree or certificate program.

DMS712 Biochemical Basis of Disease States and Drug Action

This module emphasizes the fundamentals of modern molecular biology and biochemistry as applied to medicine. This module will enhance the student’s understanding of proteins, nucleic acids, macromolecular machines, and their regulation on a molecular level. Further, it delves into the fundamentals of carbohydrate, amino acid and lipid metabolism with applications given to major disease states and their treatments. Prerequisite: Admission to the DMS degree or certificate program.

DMS762 Business of Medicine

This module examines how market dynamics and government reforms are driving changes in revenue models. The module will analyze different types of integrated delivery models and address how PAs and non-PA providers are reimbursed within these models. Prerequisite: Admission to the DMS degree or certificate program.

DMS764 Operations Management

This module explores quality management concepts and tools with a focus on healthcare. It provides an understanding of how operations management concepts and tools can produce better quality, lower costs, and improve revenue. Examines how to improve productivity, maximize asset utilization, reduce waiting lines, shorten throughput times, and enhance the overall patient experience. Prerequisite: Admission to the DMS degree or certificate program.

The Medical Science Certificate includes a choice of four, three-credit modules for a total of 12 hours, which can be completed in just two semesters.

DMS720 Neurology

This module will systematically approach the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of neurologic diseases as they relate to primary care. Each module will integrate relevant clinical anatomy, imaging, and pharmacotherapy to maximize the applicability in clinical practice.

DMS722 Pulmonary

This module will systematically approach the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of pulmonary diseases as they relate to primary care. Each module will integrate relevant clinical anatomy, imaging, and pharmacotherapy to maximize the applicability in clinical practice.

DMS724 Cardiology 

This module will systematically approach the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of diseases affecting the heart and vasculature as they relate to primary care. Each module will integrate relevant clinical anatomy, imaging, and pharmacotherapy to maximize the applicability in clinical practice.

DMS726 Renal/Urinary

This module will systematically approach the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of renal and urologic diseases as they relate to primary care. Each module will integrate relevant clinical anatomy, imaging, and pharmacotherapy to maximize the applicability in clinical practice.

DMS728 Gastroenterology 

This module will systematically approach the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of gastroenterological diseases as they relate to primary care. Each module will integrate relevant clinical anatomy, imaging, and pharmacotherapy to maximize the applicability in clinical practice.

DMS730 Endocrinology

This module will systematically approach the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of endocrinologic diseases as they relate to primary care. Each module will integrate relevant clinical anatomy, imaging, and pharmacotherapy to maximize the applicability in clinical practice.

DMS732 Hematology

This module will systematically approach the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of hematologic disorders and malignancies as they relate to primary care. Each module will integrate relevant clinical anatomy, imaging, and pharmacotherapy to maximize the applicability in clinical practice.

DMS734 Rheumatology

This module will systematically approach the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of rheumatologic diseases as they relate to primary care. Each module will integrate relevant clinical anatomy, imaging, and pharmacotherapy to maximize the applicability in clinical practice.

DMS736 Infectious Disease

This module is systematic approach to the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of diseases as they relate to primary care. This module will integrate relevant clinical anatomy, imaging, and pharmacotherapy of infectious diseases to maximize the applicability in clinical practice.  The course will provide an understanding of the classes of medications used to treat infectious diseases.

The PA Educator Certificate includes four, three-credit modules for a total of 12 hours, which can be completed in just two semesters.

DMS770 Program and Leader Development

This module identifies and investigates required areas of PA program sponsorship including characteristics such as institution responsibilities, resources, personnel, operations, fair practice and admission processes, and record keeping required for PA programs to establish and maintain accreditation. Prerequisite: Admission to the DMS degree or certificate program.

DMS772 Curricular Theory and Practice

This module identifies required areas of curriculum and instruction to establish and maintain accreditation. Additionally, it provides fundamentals in teaching and learning that can be applied to instruction in didactic and supervised clinical practice experiences. Prerequisite: Admission to the DMS degree or certificate program.

DMS774 Technology and Simulation

This module focuses on instructional design and the impact of technology on learning. This module emphasizes development of knowledge, skills and disposition to effectively select and use technology to enhance learning in PA programs. Prerequisite: Admission to the DMS degree or certificate program.

DMS776 Assessment and Evaluation

This module identifies best practices associated of performing an ongoing self-assessment to review the quality and effectiveness of educational practices, policies and outcomes using the Accreditation Standards for PA programs as the point of reference. Prerequisite: Admission to the DMS degree or certificate program.

The Nurse Educator Certificate includes four, three-credit modules for a total of 12 hours, which can be completed in just two semesters. NUR 778 Role of the Academic Nurse Educator, is an elective course available for any student enrolled in the program.

The program is currently accepting applications for its May 13, 2024 cohort. 

NUR 770 Program and Leader Development

The online module will explore an overview of academic program operations in nursing education.  Students will examine accreditation, diversity and inclusion, cultural sensitivity, policy, and academic standards in the context of the faculty role.

NUR772 Curricular Theory and Practice

This online module will present concepts related to designing and developing evidence-based curriculum. Connections between institutional mission and philosophy, nursing principles, standards and theory, program outcomes, course objectives, and selection of appropriate learning activities will be made. Additionally, the role of the nurse educator in facilitating learning across cognitive, psychomotor, affective domains, and creating an inclusive learning environment will be discussed.

NUR774 Technology and Simulation

This online module will focus on instructional design and pedagogically sound applications of instruction technology on learning. This module emphasizes development of knowledge, skills, and disposition to effectively select and use technology to enhance learning across settings.

NUR776 Assessment and Evaluation

This online module will identify best practices in assessment of both student learning and overall program effectiveness. Evidence-based models, current research, and accreditation standards will be explored.

Optional Elective

NUR778 Role of the Academic Nurse Educator

The online module will explore the role of nursing faculty with regard to learner development, continuous quality improvement, scholarship, and role of the professoriate within the academic community. Students will design, implement/present, and evaluate a culminating learning activity approved by the faculty to demonstrate mastery of key nurse educator competencies.