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Integrative Health and Wellness, Certificate

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Learn the Tools That Drive Health and Lasting Change

Integrative health is an $82 billion global industry, and it's shaping the future of health care. Indeed, this market is expected to grow at a rate of 22% annually between 2021 to 2028. More and more individuals are seeking out integrative care and expect their providers to be knowledgeable about this type of health care. Some research shows integrative providers report greater satisfaction at work and higher quality of life. Clearly, this is an approach that benefits both patients and providers! To be a part of this movement, health care providers need a quick, targeted pathway to the knowledge and skills that will help them thrive. Designed specifically for busy professionals seeking to develop fluency in integrative health and a holistic approach to their clinical practices, our evidence-based Integrative Health and Wellness online certificate program is taught by expert researchers and clinicians in the field. Through scientific study and experiential learning, you’ll learn practical healing tools that will allow your clients to experience the benefits of integrative health immediately.

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Program Details

Class Format

Online, Full Time, Part Time, Asynchronous

Asynchronous learning means that learning takes place at all different times for students enrolled in a course.

Program Length

9-36 months

Credits to Complete

12

Cost/Credit Hour

In State: $769
Out of State: $994

  • Online application
  • $75 application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • 300–500 word essay
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • CV or resume

Dates & Deadlines

Fall Deadline: July 1

 

Information Sessions:

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 @ 12 p.m. 
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 @ 12 p.m. 
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 @ 12 p.m. 

Program Overview

What is Integrative Health Care?

Integrative health care is a holistic approach to health, wellness, and healing. Here are some of the main principles of integrative health: 

  • Provides client-centered, whole person care
  • Treats the root cause of illness versus symptoms
  • Goal is optimal health and healing
  • Focuses on the relationship between the provider and patient
  • Providers spend more time with patients
  • Holistic conceptualization of health and treatment of illness

Program Structure:

Integrative Health and Wellness is a 12-credit, four-course post-baccalaureate certificate program offered in an asynchronous, 100% online environment. This means that we offer maximum flexibility to meet the needs of working professionals. There are no online meetings or set times when you'll need to log in; just submit your coursework before the posted deadline, and check back in for feedback from your instructors and classmates. 

As a student in this program, you will acquire expertise in integrative health and wellness. Your classmates will most likely be practicing professionals with a health, scientific, or academic background who are employed or seeking employment in positions requiring this specialization.

Is an Online Course Right for You?

Benefits you can expect from this program:

  • Learn the most valuable trends in integrative health and how to evaluate them scientifically.
  • Experience mind-body medicine and its powerful effects firsthand.
  • Practice coaching skills that help your clients follow through with lifestyle changes and radically improve their health.
  • Integrate theory, science, and practice into clinical assessment and treatment plans that can deliver real world, life-changing results for your clients.

  • All four courses will be offered at least once each year to enable you to complete the program in 9 months
  • Although most students complete the program in 9 months, you will be allowed up to 3 years to complete the program.

Our goal is to provide you with advanced knowledge and practical training so that what you learn is both relevant and applicable to your professional context. We have designed the program so that you will develop expertise in integrative health and wellness. By the end of the program, you will be able to do the following: 

  • Describe the fundamental concepts of integrative health and wellness, including the history, philosophies, theories, and methods of prominent integrative therapies. 
  • Compare the principles and applications of allopathic medicine and integrative medicine. 
  • Explain the interaction among emotional, physical, mental, social, and spiritual aspects of health and well-being. 
  • Compare the types, uses, benefits, and potential adverse effects of commonly used mind-body approaches in the United States. 
  • Critique the strengths and limitations of the empirical evidence for the efficacy, safety, and mechanisms of action of integrative health therapies. 
  • Demonstrate basic proficiency in communicating and educating patients about integrative health and wellness approaches. 
  • Interpret scientific evidence for clinical decision-making, treatment recommendations, and outcome evaluation. 
  • Contrast integrative assessment with conventional medical assessment. Develop an integrative treatment plan. 
  • Critique the application of integrative approaches for the treatment and prevention of common and chronic diseases in various case studies.  
  • Describe how you will apply the philosophy and fundamental principles of health and wellness coaching in your chosen health care profession. 
  • Use knowledge of health behavioral change theories to formulate client coaching strategies. 
  • Reflect upon the use of integrative approaches for health and healing through guided experiential learning and self-practice. 

The demand for integrative health and wellness professionals is rapidly increasing as healthcare systems and individuals recognize the importance of a holistic approach to health. Our 100% online post-baccalaureate certificate program equips you with the skills and knowledge to excel in this dynamic field.

Diverse Career Opportunities:

Graduates of integrative health and wellness programs find rewarding careers in various sectors, including:

• Healthcare & Medicine: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in hospitals, clinics, and private practices to provide patient-centered care.

• Mental & Behavioral Health: Implement integrative strategies in counseling and therapy to enhance mental well-being.

• Corporate Wellness: Design and manage wellness programs that promote employee health and productivity.

• Health Coaching & Holistic Practice: Guide individuals toward optimal health through personalized coaching and holistic therapies.

• Education & Research: Contribute to academic advancements and policy development in health sciences.

Industry Growth & Job Market:

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2023 to 2033, with about 1.9 million openings each year due to growth and replacements.

The healthcare and social assistance sector is expected to be a significant driver of this growth, contributing to the projected increase of 6.7 million jobs in the U.S. economy during this period.

By earning this certificate, you'll position yourself at the forefront of these expanding opportunities, ready to make a meaningful impact in integrative health and wellness.

Required Courses:

  • MHS 612: Introduction to Integrative Health and Wellness (3 Credits) 
  • MHS 636: Advanced Skills in Integrative Mind-Body Interventions (3 Credits) 
  • MHS 628: Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching (3 Credits) 
  • MHS 619: Clinical Application of Integrative Health and Wellness (3 Credits) 

See Course Descriptions

  • Continuing and Medical Education Credits (CE|CME)

    Elevate your career with the Integrative Health and Wellness Certificate program, where you may earn CE, CME credits, and valuable certifications upon completion. If you're a professional in nursing, social work, psychology, counseling, chiropractic care, or wellness coaching, this is your opportunity to grow and make a lasting impact. Discover how you can take the next step toward your future today.

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Admission Requirements

Upload your transcripts as a supplemental item to the online application. 

You must submit transcripts from each college/university attended, including coursework in progress at time of application.  Unofficial copies may be provided for the application review process.  
If you are offered admission, you must then provide official transcripts from each college/university from which a degree was earned.  The transcript must be provided to the Graduate School directly from the prior, degree-granting institution in a sealed envelope in order for that document to be considered official.  Alternatively, it may be provided to the Graduate School electronically by way of a secure, encrypted platform.  Each transcript should bear the signature of the registrar and the seal of the granting institution. 

Transcripts (US only) may be obtained from/provided by one of the following secure, encrypted transcript services:
https://www.parchment.com/ 
https://www.studentclearinghouse.org/solutions/ed-transcripts/
Send encrypted, electronic transcripts from your issuing institution to: gradapply@umaryland.edu 

If provided by mail, send official transcripts in sealed envelopes to:
ATTN: Admissions
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Graduate School
620 West Lexington Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201-1508

Essay
Your essay must be uploaded as a supplemental item to the online application.  The statement should be between 300- to 500-words and should address your academic and/or professional career goals and objectives in pursuing graduate study.   

CV or Resume
A Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume is required by most graduate programs.  Your CV or resume must be uploaded as part of the online application.

English Language Proficiency (International Applicants Only)
The Graduate School accepts the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or the Duolingo English Test as a measure of English proficiency.  Minimum required scores are 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL, 7.0 on the IELTS, and 115 on the DET. Scores must be sent directly from ETS (for TOEFL, use institution code #5848), the IELTS agency, or Duolingo to the Graduate School.

Application for in-state status classification
Maryland residents only.  If you wish to be considered for in-state residency status for admission and tuition purposes, you must complete an Application for In-State Classification and submit it to the campus classification officer within the Office of the Registrar.

If you have problems with or questions about the application process, please contact us at 410.706.7131 or gradapply@umaryland.edu 

Contact Us

Admissions

Arielle Faulkner
Admissions Counselor
afaulkner@umaryland.edu 
410-706-7132 

Academics

Michelle Pearce, PhD
Program Director
michelle.pearce@umaryland.edu 

                                                                        

  • Meet Your Faculty

    Our integrative health and wellness faculty members are dedicated professionals with expertise in clinical practice, research, education, and leadership. They serve diverse roles including professors, directors, consultants, and practitioners across a diverse number of health care fields. Together our faculty identify as a clinical psychologist, integrative physician, board certified coach (NBHWC), a NASM wellness coach, palliative care coach, naturopathic doctor, certified nutrition specialist and licensed dietitian/nutritionist, physical therapist, yoga therapist, and certified yoga teacher. Committed to advancing holistic, patient-centered care, our faculty empower students to be compassionate, skilled, and knowledgeable change agents in health care.

    View Faculty Bios
I appreciate how seamlessly I’ve been able to incorporate integrative health practices into my daily life and work. Whether it’s through supporting personal wellness or enhancing my professional role in global health, the program’s holistic approach has helped me view challenges through a broader, more balanced lens. The skills and insights I gained have become part of my foundation, and I regularly draw upon them to promote well-being and resilience in those around me.
Fleesie Hubbard, MS '20International Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health School of Medicine

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