This program is not accepting applications for the Certificate in Nursing Home Administration at this time.The Graduate Certificate in Nursing Home Administration at the University of Illinois Springfield prepares students for licensure and addresses challenges in aging. It covers topics like ageism, policy skills and resource development, aligned with the National Association of Long-Term Care Administrator Boards standards. The program includes courses on aging, psycho-social aspects of aging, senior care administration and financial management in the nonprofit sector.

Quick Facts

Tuition
Online: $4,611/yr*
Duration
1 year
Credit Hours
12

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Start Date:
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Tuition Estimates

Online $4,611/yr*

Based on 12 credit hours over 1 year.

*These numbers represent an estimate of the in-state tuition cost for this program and do not include fees. To get an estimate of the full cost of attendance check out the cost of attendance page and/or use the tuition calculator.

Admissions

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Review admission requirements

No specific admission requirements are listed at this time. Please contact the Office of Admission for more information.

International students, will you need an F-1 student visa to study on campus at UIS? Please review the International Applicants site for additional information.

Complete your application

An email address is required to create an account. To submit a paper application, visit the Resources & Forms page. Find more information about what type of student you are on the Student Types page. Applying for an online program is the same procedure as applying for an on-campus program.

Send your official transcripts

Email your official or certified academic records/transcripts to incomingtranscripts@uis.edu or through any of the major transcript platforms. Photocopies will not be accepted.

Submit required statements/writing sample

If you are a first-year student, a statement of 250-650 words is required for admission. We want to hear about your professional aspirations, intellectual interests, and personal experiences relevant to your choice of a specific academic program. You can upload the required documents on your application status page.

Pay your application fee

You can submit your non-refundable application fee online, after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield.

Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;

International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.

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Courses & Catalog Information

Career Outlook & Potential Earnings

Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Medical and Health Services Managers

Bright Outlook

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

Median Annual Wage $123,860
Wage Range $73,390 – $224,340
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Critical Thinking
  • Speaking
  • Active Listening
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Associate’s degree

Nursing Assistants

Bright Outlook

Provide or assist with basic care or support under the direction of onsite licensed nursing staff. Perform duties such as monitoring of health status, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting,

Median Annual Wage $42,260
Wage Range $33,940 – $51,980
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Service Orientation
  • Active Listening
  • Social Perceptiveness
Typical Education: High school diploma or equivalent, Post-secondary certificate, Some college, no degree

Home Health Aides

Bright Outlook

Monitor the health status of an individual with disabilities or illness, and address their health-related needs, such as changing bandages, dressing wounds, or administering medication. Work is perfor

Median Annual Wage $35,800
Wage Range $27,040 – $45,040
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Active Listening
  • Service Orientation
  • Social Perceptiveness
Typical Education: High school diploma or equivalent, Post-secondary certificate, Associate’s degree

Registered Nurses

Bright Outlook

Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advis

Median Annual Wage $97,550
Wage Range $68,940 – $137,470
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Active Listening
  • Coordination
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree, Post-secondary certificate, Associate’s degree

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision

Median Annual Wage $64,400
Wage Range $49,740 – $83,440
Projected Growth Average
Top Skills:
  • Service Orientation
  • Coordination
  • Social Perceptiveness
Typical Education: Some college, no degree, Post-secondary certificate, Associate’s degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, an

Median Annual Wage $104,590
Wage Range $64,560 – $215,620
Projected Growth Below Average
Top Skills:
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
Typical Education: Master’s degree, Doctoral degree, Bachelor’s degree
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