The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Pre-Health Professions Science is designed to provide a fundamental education in the sciences for the post-graduate student that can lead to entrance into schools of the health professions and to a wide array of careers. Today's adult students are particularly interested in selecting academic programs that have strong career possibilities, and the plentiful supply of jobs in the growing health care industry provide exciting opportunities for adults who wish to change or enhance their careers. In addition to the job possibilities, adult students are enthusiastic about health sciences-related programs because of the appeal involved with helping others and the excitement of scientific advances in diagnosing and treating disease.

Note: Students interested in preparing for the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Bar should contact a Part-Time Studies advisor for more information.

To be eligible for this certificate, students must possess a bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by the appropriate regional association. A maximum of two courses (no more than ten credits) which have been completed within the last five years may be transferred. Students are strongly encouraged to check the admissions requirements for individual schools and programs relating to the health professions. Most of the health professions organizations have web sites which will provide a great deal of information along with links to many graduate programs.

To earn a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Pre-Health Professions Science from Villanova University, a curriculum of eight courses with lab must be completed.

For more information, please contact the Office of Part-Time Studies at 610.519.4300.

Learn more about the Part-Time Studies admissions process and fill out an on-line application today to get started on a Villanova Certificate program.