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Advance Your Career with a Graduate Certificate

George Mason’s certificate programs will build on your foundational knowledge so you can earn valuable credentials in your chosen field of study. The certificate programs from our College of Public Health are taught by experienced faculty and made up of rigorous coursework designed to give you the confidence you need for success.

  • Ranked #25 in Most Innovative Schools by U.S. News & World Report.2
  • Ranked #52 in Top Public Schools by U.S. News & World Report.2
  • About 1.9 million job openings are projected each year in the health care field.1

Graduate Certificate Programs

George Mason offers a range of graduate certificates designed to support professional learning and career advancement for working adults. Explore our online, hybrid, and on campus certificates below.

Global Health

Prepare to promote health in a global context with a graduate degree from George Mason. Pursue your credential on a full- or part-time basis and learn from expert faculty members who support student success.

  • Global Health Graduate Certificate (On Campus)

Health Informatics

Learn to make data-driven decisions with a certificate in health informatics. Study online or on campus as you explore a curriculum that combines theory and practice in engaging courses led by distinguished faculty.

  • Health Informatics and Data Analytics Graduate Certificate (Online & On Campus)

Health Systems Management

Learn to evaluate health systems quality and measure the effectiveness of outcomes with a graduate certificate from George Mason. Learn from industry experts in courses designed to facilitate real-world learning.

  • Healthcare Quality Graduate Certificate (Online)

Nursing

Prepare for the next step in your nursing career with a post-master’s certificate from George Mason. Choose the program that best aligns with your goals and learn in engaging courses led by industry experts.

  • Post-Master’s Graduate Certificate – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (On Campus)
  • Post-Master’s Graduate Certificate – Nursing Education (On Campus)

Nutrition

Gain a tailored skill set for the expanding nutrition industry with a graduate certificate from George Mason. Choose from two career-focused concentrations and engage in hands-on coursework led by experienced faculty members.

  • Nutrition Graduate Certificate (On Campus)
    • Community Nutrition
    • Food Security

Public Health

Prepare to address the most pressing health problems around the world with a graduate certificate from George Mason. Choose from a range of options to earn the certificate that best aligns with your career path.

  • Epidemiology Graduate Certificate (On Campus)
  • Public Health Graduate Certificate (On Campus)
    • Generalist
    • Leadership and Management

Social Work

Enhance human well-being with a social work graduate certificate from George Mason.

  • Gerontology Graduate Certificate (On Campus)

Coursework Designed to Build Key Skills

The courses in George Mason’s graduate certificate programs are taught by experienced faculty who are dedicated to helping you succeed in your field. You’ll study topics that will help you further specialize in your chosen area and prepare you to tackle real-world problems with confidence. You will earn valuable credentials that will make you a compelling job candidate and boost your earning potential.

Boost Your Career Potential

By earning valuable credentials through our certificate programs, you’ll open the door to exciting new career possibilities. Below are some examples of career paths upon graduation.

Top Careers

Gerontologist $100,000 per year3

Nutritionist/Dietitian $73,850 per year4

Epidemiologist $72,851 per year5

Study at the First College of Public Health in Virginia

George Mason University’s College of Public Health is the first CEPH-accredited College of Public Health in Virginia. We are a national leader in inclusive, interprofessional research, education, and practice. The College’s transdisciplinary research seeks to understand the many factors influencing health and well-being. Our graduates are uniquely prepared to lead in an increasingly diverse, multidisciplinary, and community-focused public health landscapes.

Delivering Excellence On Campus or Online

Whether you study on campus or online, you’ll complete the same rigorous curriculum and be held to the same high standards. Faculty teach courses on campus and online, ensuring consistency and access to distinguished experts for students across the globe. All students benefit from George Mason’s robust support services, including library resources, the writing center, academic advising, and career services.

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  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Healthcare Occupations.” Retrieved July 28, 2025, from https://bls.gov/.
  2. U.S. News & World Report. “George Mason University Rankings.” Retrieved July 28, 2025, from https://usnews.com/.
  3. Payscale. “Average Gerontologist Salary.” Retrieved July 28, 2025, from https://payscale.com/.
  4. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Dietitians and Nutritionists.” Retrieved November 25, 2025, from https://bls.gov/.
  5. Payscale. “Average Epidemiologist Salary.” Retrieved July 28, 2025, from https://payscale.com/.