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Current Educational Opportunities: ********************************************************************************************************************************** MSHS - Specialized track: Integrative Health and Wellness
It's all about choices.choosing the best graduate program to help you achieve your career goals. If you are a highly motivated, BS-prepared, and certified or licensed healthcare professional who wants to:
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Enhance your current knowledge and skills
so you can meet
the challenges of a changing profession and health care system;
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Develop a more sophisticated approach
to accessing, evaluating, synthesizing, and communicating integrative
health and wellness related information; and, • Become a more effective contributor, and assume a greater leadership role in the emerging field of complementary and alternative medicine.
The Master of Science in Health Sciences-Integrative Health and Wellness Track (MSHS-IHW) is an excellent choice for you.
The benefits of these programs are numerous. While learning about evidenced-based complementary and alternative healthcare modalities, you will have the opportunity to interact on a one-to-one basis with faculty and student colleagues in many health-related disciplines from all over the country and often, internationally. In addition, you will have an opportunity to:
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Earn a masters degree from the largest, fully accredited health
sciences center of its kind in the nation •
Learn anywhere, anytime, on a part-time or full-time basis, as long
as you have access to the Internet •
Study relevant coursework that can be applied directly to your work
environment • Plan your course of study to meet your individual professional needs and interests
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ)?
A. UMDNJ is the state university of the health sciences. There are eight schools on five campuses across New Jersey . UMDNJ is the largest fully accredited health sciences center of its kind in the nation and a leader in health care research, education, and patient care. For more information about UMDNJ, visit www.umdnj.edu or take a virtual tour at http://www.umdnj.edu/vtourweb/campus/ .
Q. What is the School of Health Related Professions (SHRP)?
A. SHRP is one of eight schools at UMDNJ. Our specialization is two-fold: (1) preparing students for entry-level health care careers, and (2) educating health professionals for career advancement. It is the largest of UMDNJ's schools with more than 35 programs ranging from post high school through doctoral level education. SHRP offers courses on campus and online. For more information about SHRP, visit http://shrp.umdnj.edu .
Q. Who offers the online Master of Science in Health Sciences-Integrative Health and Wellness Track (MSHS-IHW)?
A. The program is offered collaboratively through the Department of Primary Care's Institute for Complementary & Alternative Medicine (ICAM) and the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, both located in SHRP .
Q. What is the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies?
A. The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies is one of nine departments within SHRP . The department offers programs in Health Sciences at the undergraduate, masters and doctoral levels, and masters and certificate programs in Health Systems.
Q. What is the Institute for Complementary & Alternative Medicine?
A. The Institute for Complementary & Alternative Medicine (ICAM) is a university-wide initiative, housed in SHRP 's Department of Primary Care. ICAM serves as a focal point for complementary & alternative (integrative) medicine within the University. Its mission is threefold : Education : To be an educational resource for the University on complementary and alternative medicine, and to develop evidenced-based integrative curricula and educational programs. Research : To facilitate, conduct and obtain support for high quality basic and clinical research in complementary and alternative medicine. Clinical: To support the integration of evidence-based complementary and alternative therapies and medicine into clinical settings.
Q. Who teaches the online courses in the MSHS-IHW Program and Graduate Certificate in Integrative Health and Wellness?
A. The online courses are taught by our experienced and dedicated faculty in the Departments of Primary Care and Interdisciplinary Studies, as well as expert adjunct faculty. Faculty are experts in their field with many years of professional and educational experience, including the delivery of high quality, student-centered, online education.
Q. Are these programs accredited?
A. UMDNJ is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. There is no professional accreditation for graduate programs in Integrative Health and Wellness.
Master of Science in Health Sciences - Integrative Health & Wellness Track (MSHS-IHW)
Q. What is the Master of Science in Health Sciences - Integrative Health and Wellness (MSHS-IHW) Track?
A. The MSHS-IHW is a 30 credit online master's degree offering specialized courses in complementary and alternative medicine and modalities ( CAM ) to health-related professionals. The program prepares you to meet the demands of an ever changing and broadening health care industry, and a clientele that expects their health care practitioners to be CAM -savvy. The understanding and knowledge of the current state and evidence base for CAM , along with the practical guidance that you will receive in this program will inform your own health care practice, and prepare you for further exploration into fertile areas of research and/or clinical practice including therapeutic regimens and modalities such as botanicals, mind/body therapies, and pain management. Graduates of this program will serve as educational resourcse in their communities on unbiased, research-based, practical and useful information regarding scientifically sound CAM and CAM therapies.
The MSHS Program also promotes the general outcomes established for master's prepared graduates of UMDNJ- SHRP .
Q. Who can apply to the MSHS-IHW?
A. The program is designed for health care professionals who have earned a bachelor's degree, and where applicable, are licensed or certified to practice in their field.
A health related professional is an individual trained by education and/or experience in the delivery of health care or related services, to include, but not limited to the following areas: communication disorders sciences; community health services; dentistry and allied dental services; dietetic services and nutrition science; diagnostic imaging; emergency medical and acute care/life support technologies; epidemiology; health care informatics; health services and health research management and administration; health and medical assisting; medical laboratory technologies; medicine; mental health services; nursing; optometry; pharmacy; public health; physical, vocational and psychosocial rehabilitation therapies; speech language pathology; (adapted from U.S. Department of Education, definition of health professions and related sciences, Digest of Educational Statistics, 1996 and Association of Schools of Allied Health, Definition of Allied Health )
Q. Are there additional prerequisites?
A. You should possess good basic computer skills, including those needed for successful Internet browsing and searching, e-mailing and word processing. You must also have a remote (off campus) access to Internet services, to include at least Internet browsing capability and email. Specific information regarding minimum hardware and software requirements is posted at http://www.umdnj.edu/webctweb/browser.html
Further requirements for admission to the MSHS-IHW Program are listed in a section below.
Q. What are the course requirements for the MSHS-IHW?
A. To accommodate your needs as a busy professional, the MSHS-IHW Program offers maximum flexibility in both delivery and content. All courses are offered online. The MSHS-IHW Program requires 30 credits beyond the bachelor's degree. The curriculum consists of 12-credits of MSHS core coursework, and 15 credits of specialization coursework, including 3 required courses and several electives focusing on topics relevant to professionals working in the integrative health and wellness field. The program culminates in a 3-credit faculty-guided, self-directed graduate project designed to address a particular complementary or integrative health sciences issue or problem that is of interest to you. The graduate project requirement can be completed off-campus under faculty guidance. You develop your program plan in consultation with your academic advisor, applying the following course and distribution requirements:
MSHS Core Courses (12 credits) IDST6121 Data Analysis and Interpretation I, 3 credits IDST5110 Health Services Issues and Trends, 3 credits IDST6400 Evidenced-Based Literature Review, 3 credits IDST6000 Research Methods, 3 credits
Specialization Required Courses (9 credits) PCAR 7115 Complementary and Alternative Medicine Seminar, 3 credits ICAM 5100 Integrative Treatments for Common/Chronic Conditions, 3 credits ICAM 5200 Integrative Health Coaching and Self Care, 3 credits
Elective Courses (6 credits) ICAM 5105 Integrative Nutrition, 3 credits ICAM 5205 Herbs and Dietary Supplements, 3 credits ICAM 5305 CAM Journal Club and Independent Study in Research and Writing, 3 credits ICAM 5405 Mind/Body Medicine, 3 credits NUTR 6505 Ethical Issues in Health Care Practice, 3 credits
Graduate Project (3 credits) IDST6980: Graduate Project (or IDST6989: Graduate Clinical Project)
Course descriptions may be found at: http://coursecatalog.umdnj.edu/shrp
Q. When are the courses offered?
A. The majority of courses are offered on a two semester academic schedule in the fall and spring, with limited course offerings in the summer semester. Fall and spring offerings normally last 15-16 weeks, while summer courses are typically 10 weeks long or less. Academic calendar information can be found at http://shrp.umdnj.edu/registrar/regist_02_reg_dates.htm .
Q. What is the Graduate Project?
A. The MSHS-IHW Program culminates in a 3-credit, faculty-guided, student-directed Graduate Project (IDST6980 or IDST6989) that generally addresses more practical problems or issues in integrative health and wellness relative to health care delivery. The Graduate Project is a prospectively planned and approved research, educational, administrative, community service, or clinical activity designed to support and enhance your ability to apply your graduate experience and achieve tangible outcomes. Your Graduate Project will allow you to select activities related to your employment role, investigate trends relevant to your particular work environment, and develop personally or professionally meaningful solutions to the issues and problems under study. The time spent on the Graduate Project generally involves between 120 and 160 hours spread over a full semester. You are required to submit a written report and make a formal presentation about your project at the completion of the semester. If you are unable to present your project in-person, the project must be validated via videotaped presentation and/or live teleconferencing.
Q. Are there other methods I can use to obtain course credit?
A. Yes, you have the option of pre-approved registration at other regionally accredited colleges or universities (including online courses), or portfolio assessment available for meeting the specialization and elective course requirements. These options are approved according to SHRP and program policies and procedures, and you must secure your advisor's approval before pursuing any of these alternative methods. More information about these options may be found in the SHRP Catalog at the following site: http://shrp.umdnj.edu/prospective_students/index.html .
Q. What is portfolio assessment?
A. Through portfolio assessment, you may be granted credit for significant non-collegiate learning experiences. After providing the required documentation, your learning experiences will be evaluated by the appropriate faculty. More information about portfolio assessment may be found in the SHRP Catalog at the following site: http://shrp.umdnj.edu/admissions/Admissions-FAQs.html#Portfolio or in the student handbook, at: http://shrp.umdnj.edu/current_students/pdf/handbook.pdf .
Q. Can I receive transfer credit if I have taken graduate courses at other institutions?
A. Yes, you may receive up to 9 transfer credits upon faculty approval for applicable graduate level courses taken at a regionally accredited college or university. Only graduate courses in which you received a grade of "B" or higher are considered for transfer, and all prior courses must first meet the standards of currency, rigor, and applicability as evaluated by program faculty, whose decision is final. After acceptance into the program, you will complete a "Transfer Evaluation Form" and SHRP faculty will evaluate your graduate courses completed at other institutions. More information about transfer credits may be found in the SHRP Catalog at the following site: http://shrp.umdnj.edu/prospective_students/index.html .
Q. Are there any residency requirements for the program?
A. No, there are no academic residency requirements for the MSHS-IHW Program.
Q. How long does it take to complete the program? Is there a time limit?
A. Although you can complete the MSHS-IHW Program in 2 years or less by attending full-time, you have up to 5 years to finish your degree requirements. Most students pursue the degree part-time over 3 years.
Q. Who will advise me during the program?
A. To facilitate your progression through the program, once you matriculate you will be assigned a faculty academic advisor who will assist you with your course selections and communicate with you at least once a semester during the course registration periods. In addition, the MSHS-IHW Track Coordinator and the MSHS Program Director are available to assist you in any aspect of the program. Your advisors and program officials will be available to you by phone or e-mail.
Q. What are the tuition and fees for the program?
A. The UMDNJ Board of Trustees approves tuition and fees on an annual basis. For more information, visit the SHRP Department of Enrollment Services/Registrar site at http://shrp.umdnj.edu/registrar/index.htm and click on the "Tuition and Fees" link.
Q. How much will I pay for other program costs?
A. The cost for books, supplies, and printing course materials averages $200 per course. You will also need reliable access to Internet services that includes at least Internet browsing capability and email. If you need to purchase computer hardware, software, or a printer, your costs will increase. Also, if you are a full-time student or a part-time student participating in a clinical Graduate Project (IDST 6989) or clinical Independent Study, you are required to have health insurance coverage and must comply with UMDNJ Immunizations and Health Requirements (see "Policies & Requirements" on the link: http://shrp.umdnj.edu/admission .)
Q. Is financial aid available for students in the MSHS-IHW Program?
A. The best source of information on available financial aid is the UMDNJ Student Financial Aid Office. For more information, visit http://www.umdnj.edu/studentfinancialaid/index_new_brow.htm or call the Office at 973-972-4376 . You may also be eligible for tuition assistance from your employer or for scholarships through your professional association.
Q. What are the requirements for admission to the MSHS-IHW Program?
A. You must be a health-related professional who meet the following requirements: • A minimum of a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the US ; • Overall, applicants will normally possess a GPA of at least 3.0; • [AT1] Professional licensure or certification in their field (where applicable); • Proficiency in written communication to successfully complete frequent writing assignments, exams, and papers required in online courses, and a written report of the graduate project; • International students: compliance with the applicable University and School guidelines, that include the following: • Achieving a minimum score of 79/80 on the Internet-Based Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL exam (or a score of 213 on the computer-based, or 550 on the paper-based exam). You can register to take the TOEFL at www.ets.org/toefl . • Providing an external evaluation of all international transcripts from an agency approved by the Office of Enrollment Services that verifies a minimum of US baccalaureate degree equivalency. You may obtain an evaluation by contacting World Education Services, Inc. ( WES ) at www.wes.org or by email at info@wes.org .
• Answers to frequently asked questions concerning admissions requirements , may be found at the following site : http://shrp.umdnj.edu/admissions/Admissions-FAQs.html
Q. What are the Technical Standards for the program?
A. The Technical Standards that apply to all SHRP programs may be found at http://shrp.umdnj.edu./admissions/admissions_tech.html . The Disability Compliance Coordinator may be reached at 973-972-8594 .
Q. Are there standardized test requirements for admission?
A. You are not required to take any standardized test (e.g., GRE, MAT ) for admission.
Q. Is an interview required for admission to the program?
A. No, an interview is not required for admission to the MSHS-IHW Program. However, questions about the program can be directed to Lynn Miller, Director of Education, ICAM, at 973-972-8648 , or e-mail: millerlr@umdnj.edu.
Q. What is the admissions selection process?
A. Selection of applicants for admission is a competitive process that is the responsibility of the program faculty. Decisions are based upon a composite of your overall academic ability (as documented in academic transcripts) and professional aptitude and work experiences (as described in the resume and letters of recommendation). UMDNJ places no restrictions on prospective applicants because of their color, creed, race, sex, age, marital status, or national origin. The University recognizes the value of diversity and is committed to providing appropriate support to its student body.
Q. When is the application deadline?
A. Students are admitted to the program twice a year. The application deadline is May 15 for the Fall term and October 1 for the Spring term. Admissions after those dates will be accepted and reviewed on a space available basis. You will be notified of the admissions decision by mail in May-June for a Fall admission and in October-November for a Spring admission.
Q. How do I apply to the MSHS-IHW Program?
A. You may apply online or you may complete a printed application form. Regardless of which method you choose, you are required to submit the following: . A completed application and all applicable fees;
. Official college transcripts of undergraduate and graduate coursework;
. A personal statement discussing the relationship between your participation in the MSHS-IHW Program and your career goals (how you expect to apply the degree to your professional career goals);
. A current copy of your resume or curriculum vita;
. A copy of your current professional certification or license;
. Two letters of recommendation, preferably from your professional supervisors or course faculty. You are encouraged to use the UMDNJ- SHRP Department of Interdisciplinary Studies "Applicant Recommendation" form that can be downloaded at www.umdnj.edu/idsweb/documents/recommendation_form.pdf .
If you choose to apply online, please go to the SHRP Enrollment Services - Admissions at http://shrp.umdnj.edu/admissions/index.html and click on the "Apply Online" link. If you prefer to use a printed form, go to the same site and click on "Application (pdf)". You can also request to have an application package mailed to you by calling, writing, faxing, or emailing the UMDNJ- SHRP Office of Enrollment Services at:
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Health Related Professions Office of Enrollment Services, Stanley S. Bergen Building, Room 149 65 Bergen Street, P.O. Box 1709 Newark , New Jersey 07107-1709 Phone: 973-972-5454 Fax: 973-972-7463 E-mail: shrpadm@umdnj.edu
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact our Office of Enrollment Services using the information listed above.
Q. How do I register for courses as a matriculated student?
A. Once you are accepted into the MSHS-IHW Program and you submit the necessary paperwork and fees, you are considered a matriculated student. After communication with your academic advisor, you will register for courses online. For more information, visit the SHRP -Office of Enrollment Services "Registration Procedures" site at http://shrp.umdnj.edu/registrar/regist_03_reg_procedures.htm and "Online Course Registration via the Web" at http://www.umdnj.edu/idsweb/register
Q. When do I register for courses?
A. Prior to the beginning of each semester, SHRP holds a registration period. These dates change each semester. Registration deadlines are available by going to the SHRP Office of Enrollment Services "Matriculated Students Registration Dates" site at http://shrp.umdnj.edu/registrar/regist_02_reg_dates.htm . A "Course Schedule" can be found at http://shrp.umdnj.edu/course_schedule/index.htm . "Online Courses" can be found at http://shrp.umdnj.edu/online_courses/index.htm .
Q. Can I take courses in the MSHS-IHW Program without applying or while waiting for my admissions decision?
A. Yes, you can take up to 12 credits of coursework as a non-matriculated student without applying. All courses with a grade of "B" or greater taken within three years of acceptance into the MSHS-IHW Program may be applied to the degree program. However, taking courses as a non-matriculated student does not guarantee your acceptance into the program, nor does it provide you with the benefits of faculty advisement and early course registration during the priority registration period.
Q. How do I register for courses as a non-matriculated student?
A. If you are a non-matriculated student, you will register for courses through the UMDNJ-Center for Advanced and Continuing Education (CACE). You may register online or by mail or fax. Non-matriculated students are approved for courses on a space-available basis. Tuition and fee payments for non-matriculated students are due at the time of registration. For more information on registering for courses as a non-matriculated student, http://shrp.umdnj.edu/registrar/regist_03_reg_procedures.htm To register online, go to https://registration.umdnj.edu/%7Ereg/appcsm/appcsm.html .
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