FAQs

What is unique about the Healthcare Leadership Pathway?  

This microcredential course is designed to upskill participants to become more competitive for leadership roles in any healthcare enterprise with the distinction that employers value courses being University-affiliated and validated. 

Why complete a microcredential?  

These are short-term specialized courses that provide participants with in-demand skill sets to move your career forward in the growing healthcare industry. 

Who would benefit from these courses?

These pathway courses ares ideal for administrative and allied health professionals, health care focused trainees, and emerging leaders in finance, communication, or any health system infrastructure role. 

Where is this course offered? 

These courses are offered fully online for maximum flexibility and ease of completion. Register here.

How long does it take to complete these courses?

Courses take an average of 4-6 hours each to complete, depending upon the individual learner.

Do I have to complete all four modules to earn a badge and certificate? 

You can complete only the courses that interest you and earn a badge specific to that course. Or, you can complete all four modules to receive the Foundations of Healthcare Leadership Pathway completion digital badge and certificate. 

How long does it take to get my certificate and badge after completion of a course?

Digital certificates are issued immediately after successful completion of a course. Digital badges are awarded within a month of completion.

What is the cost to participate? 

This course is FREE for any WVU student. Courses are $200 each for participants outside of WVU. The cost is $125 per course for WVU-affiliated faculty and $75 per course for WVU-affiliated staff. WVU-affiliated participants must contact leadmicro@hsc.wvu.edu to receive a discount coupon prior to registration.