Case Management for the Healthcare and Gerontology Professional
Short-Term Certificate
Overview
Case managers typically work as part of a team to assess, plan, coordinate, implement, monitor and evaluate options and services to meet people’s health and human service needs.They assist other social workers and help clients locate benefits or community services. This certificate is for students interested in healthcare, human services (with emphasis in gerontology or working with people who are aging) or a combination of both.
Case managers provide support for families in a wide variety of fields including:
- behavioral health
- rehabilitation
- public health
- forensics
- addiction services
Licensed practical nurses and registered nurses will often pursue this certificate to increase their case management skills in patient care settings and enhance their education.
Credits earned with this certificate count towards two associate degrees at COTC, an Associate of Applied Science in Social Work Assistant or an Associate of Applied Science in Health Services Technology.
Future Start Dates
Admission Requirements
This is an open enrollment program. To be admitted, you must submit a free application for admission and complete the standard steps to enroll.
Plan of Study
Short-Term Certificate
Case Management for the Healthcare and Gerontology Professional Certificate
A “C” (2.00) grade or better is required in all courses to progress and graduate from this program.
Total Credit Hours: 16.5
| Semester 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Medical Terminology |
2 |
|
|
Social Gerontology |
2.5 |
|
|
Addiction Studies I |
3 |
|
|
Total |
7.5 |
|
| Semester 2 | ||
|
Case Management |
3 |
|
|
Social Welfare & Policy |
3 |
|
|
Social Services for Aging Population |
3 |
|
|
Total |
9 |
|
*Course may have prerequisites. Please check the course description to view all prerequisites and requirements.
The college reserves the right to change curricula without notice.
Published: March 2024
Continue Your Education
Credits earned for the case management for the healthcare and gerontology professional certificate count toward COTC’s associate degrees:
Four courses (12 credit hours) can be applied toward an Associate of Applied Science in Social Work Assistant.
Two courses (six credit hours) can be applied toward an Associate of Applied Science in Health Services Technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can I complete the case management certificate?
This certificate may be completed in two semesters, or about eight months.
Can I take classes online or face-to-face?
You have the flexibility to take classes online or face-to-face.
What financial assistance is available to help me pay for college?
COTC awards more than $1 million in scholarships to students each year.
Every student is encouraged to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for grants, scholarships and loans. Students who complete the FAFSA are automatically considered for some scholarships. Other scholarships require an application.
See Paying for College for more information, or connect with the Office of Student Financial Services at 740.366.9435 or email NWK-studentfinancialservices@mail.cotc.edu.