Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion

What you'll study

Instruction covers holistic health strategies and integrative modalities such as nutritional therapies, herbal remedies, dietary supplements, mind-body practices, exercise, yoga, massage and acupuncture, along with interprofessional collaboration and technology applications for real-world practice. The program incorporates case studies and heutagogical (student-directed) learning approaches. Explicit course codes listed for the program include IPE-501, IPE-502, IPE-504 and IPE-503.

Entry requirements

The certificate is intended for learners who already hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. It targets practicing healthcare professionals (for example RNs, NPs, MDs, pharmacists, PTs/OTs, health coaches, LCSWs, counselors) as well as career-changers and organizational leaders seeking to add integrative approaches to care.

Career prospects

Graduates can apply integrative health skills directly in clinical or coaching roles, develop new directions within their existing professions, or pursue the Master of Science in Integrative Health by stacking additional certificate components. The curriculum emphasizes provider well-being and teamwork skills to enhance patient outcomes across a variety of healthcare settings.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Financial aid options are available including grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits and employer reimbursement. The program lists tuition at 12 credit hours with a per-credit rate noted on the program page and advises contacting enrollment services for cost sheets and estimated cost of attendance; additional fees for prerequisites or electives may apply.