Patient Navigation Certificate

This curriculum examines the inter-relationships and intricacies of the very complex health and community services system and identifies the role of the Patient Care Navigator in assisting the patient to effectively maneuver within the system. For ease of access and cost, this curriculum is offered fully online and the student can enroll in one class at a time, or all seven of the classes which will lead to a short-term certificate in Patient Navigation.

Certificate Outcomes:

• Define the role and function of patient care navigation and how it fits into the care team.
• Describe the need for patient advocacy and care coordination in today’s complex health care system.
• Identify skills needed for effective patient care navigation.