Global Directory of Educational Programs in Palliative Care

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Course affiliated with (name of Organization/University) University of Maryland Baltimore
Country United States of America
State Maryland
City Baltimore
Address 20 N. Pine Street, S405, Baltimore, Maryland 21201
The program leads an official or formal degree? Yes
Degrees
  • Doctorate (PhD)
Target audiences
  • Physicians
  • Nurses
  • Pharmacists
  • Psychologists
  • Social workers
  • Chaplains/spiritual counselors
  • Administrators
  • Other: Any applicant who meets criteria for admission may apply
Fields
  • Palliative Care
Languages
  • English
Frequency Once per year
Length 3-9 years
Modalities
  • Long distance
Cost of full tuition and fees Same rate/cost for all
Director Dr. Mary Lynn McPherson
Website https://graduate.umaryland.edu/palliative/About-the-PhD-in-Palliative-Care-Program/
Contact name Dr. Mary Lynn McPherson
Phone 410-706-7255
Learning objectives 1 Advance an evidence-based approach that integrates the origin and evolution of palliative care into future growth trends in the field.
Utilize strategic leadership skills to promote a palliative vision, mission, values, beliefs and goals from both a personal and organizational perspective.
Learning objectives 2 Integrate educational techniques and initiatives to improve and demonstrate sustainable educational programs and institutional effectiveness in palliative care.
Advocate for professional and community engagement to expand equitable access and uptake of quality palliative care.
Learning objectives 3 Design, execute and disseminate qualitative and/or quantitative research findings that advance the field of knowledge in palliative care.
Create an environment that fosters the development, adoption, and growth of interprofessional practice in palliative care.
Description The PhD in Palliative Care program is a completely online program that builds on the very popular online Master of Science and Graduate Certificates in Palliative Care at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB). An interprofessional program designed for physicians, pharmacists, nurses, physician assistants, social workers, administrators, researchers, and others, the PhD in Palliative Care aims to develop outstanding researchers in palliative care, while concurrently honing skills in leadership, education, and engagement in the profession and the palliative care community. Graduates will be well-equipped for positions in academia, leading tertiary care or palliative care centers, leading granting/funding institutions and foundations associated with palliative care, and working with accountable care organizations to identify patients who would benefit from palliative care. Prerequisites include either a master of science degree in palliative care, or a master of science degree or higher in a pertinent field plus palliative care experience and current employment. Reasonable tuition rates. 36 credits beyond the masters degree. Dissertation required.
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Last update: March 21, 2024


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