Leadership in Aging Services
Online Graduate Certificate

Become a leader in senior housing and health care settings.

Our flexible certificate program will prepare you for leadership positions within the senior housing and health care industry, including long-term care administration. You’ll build valuable knowledge and competencies in long-term care laws and regulations, the aging process, and administrative and financial aspects of operation.

Credit hours required

Tuition per credit hour

$533.32

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Application Deadlines

Term	Deadline
Fall	August 1
Spring	December 1
Summer	May 15

What Can I Do With a Certificate in Leadership in Aging Services from NIU?

With your expertise in the administration and management of aging services, you’ll have the skills to thrive as a leader in the senior health care and housing industry. You’ll also be prepared to excel on the Illinois nursing home administrator licensure exam (must also have undergraduate coursework in accounting).

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How to Apply

You’re eligible to pursue this certificate if you’re currently enrolled in a degree program at NIU. You’ll need to apply as a student-at-large with intent to pursue a Certificate of Graduate Study.

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