Interprofessional Aging and Palliative Care Certificate Designed for clergy, chaplains, spiritual leaders, and clergy-in-training/seminary students of all religious traditions, this online program will provide skills to enhance life for those facing serious illness. Apply Now Artificial Intelligence Biotechnology Computer Science Cybersecurity Data Analytics and Visualization Digital Marketing and Media Mathematics Occupational Therapy Physician Assistant Physics Speech-Language Pathology Develop Expertise in Aging and Illness Ministering to older adults, people with serious illness, and their family caregivers are among the most challenging issues facing clergy today.Virtual Open Houses:Monday, April 1, 2024 6-7 p.m. EDTLearn More RSVP Now Location On-line Earn your clergy certificate from anywhere in the world Costs $810 per course for clergy, chaplains, and spiritual leaders; $500 for clergy-in-training/seminary students The Interprofessional Aging and Palliative Care Certificate program addresses a growing need for well-trained clergy who can support and deliver compassionate guidance and sensitive care for those facing the many complexities of aging while maintaining a quality of life. This 18-credit interfaith clergy certificate can be earned separately or as a part of the 60-credit MSW. With two asynchronous online courses each semester (over three terms), the certificate provides flexible solutions so clergy can continue to meet their multiple obligations. Some students choose to complete Wurzweiler’s top-ranked MSW program, enabling them to be eligible for NYS licensure. Financial assistance and scholarships are available for qualified candidates.We use a holistic social work lens to address the psychosocial, spiritual, and developmental issues for individuals, families, and communities facing concerns related to the aging process, serious illness, difficult conversations about advanced care planning, and end-of-life decisions. Listen to the transformative experiences of your participating clergy. Clergy who enroll in this program will develop skills and knowledge that will enable them to minister to the complex needs of their congregants and communities, or to be at a competitive advantage in the pursuit of a position working with the aging population in aging, hospice, and palliative care.This 6 Course, 18 Credit program includes:Basics of CounselingPhilosophical Foundations of the Helping ProfessionsSocial GerontologyPalliative Care (Serious Illness)Coping with LossInterfaith Perspectives on AgingEpisode 1Episode 2Application Fee Waiver code: yufeewaiver Full Program Breakdown The Interprofessional Aging and Palliative Care Certificate program addresses a growing need for well-trained clergy who can support and deliver compassionate guidance and sensitive care for those facing the many complexities of aging while maintaining a quality of life. This 18-credit interfaith clergy certificate can be earned separately or as a part of the 60-credit MSW. With two asynchronous online courses each semester (over three terms), the certificate provides flexible solutions so clergy can continue to meet their multiple obligations. Some students choose to complete Wurzweiler’s top-ranked MSW program, enabling them to be eligible for NYS licensure. Financial assistance and scholarships are available for qualified candidates.We use a holistic social work lens to address the psychosocial, spiritual, and developmental issues for individuals, families, and communities facing concerns related to the aging process, serious illness, difficult conversations about advanced care planning, and end-of-life decisions. Listen to the transformative experiences of your participating clergy. Clergy who enroll in this program will develop skills and knowledge that will enable them to minister to the complex needs of their congregants and communities, or to be at a competitive advantage in the pursuit of a position working with the aging population in aging, hospice, and palliative care.This 6 Course, 18 Credit program includes:Basics of CounselingPhilosophical Foundations of the Helping ProfessionsSocial GerontologyPalliative Care (Serious Illness)Coping with LossInterfaith Perspectives on AgingEpisode 1Episode 2Application Fee Waiver code: yufeewaiver Swipe to learn more! The Interprofessional Aging and Palliative Care Certificate program addresses a growing need for well-trained clergy who can support and deliver compassionate guidance and sensitive care for those facing the many complexities of aging while maintaining a quality of life. This 18-credit interfaith clergy certificate can be earned separately or as a part of the 60-credit MSW. With two asynchronous online courses each semester (over three terms), the certificate provides flexible solutions so clergy can continue to meet their multiple obligations. Some students choose to complete Wurzweiler’s top-ranked MSW program, enabling them to be eligible for NYS licensure. Financial assistance and scholarships are available for qualified candidates.We use a holistic social work lens to address the psychosocial, spiritual, and developmental issues for individuals, families, and communities facing concerns related to the aging process, serious illness, difficult conversations about advanced care planning, and end-of-life decisions. Listen to the transformative experiences of your participating clergy. Clergy who enroll in this program will develop skills and knowledge that will enable them to minister to the complex needs of their congregants and communities, or to be at a competitive advantage in the pursuit of a position working with the aging population in aging, hospice, and palliative care.This 6 Course, 18 Credit program includes:Basics of CounselingPhilosophical Foundations of the Helping ProfessionsSocial GerontologyPalliative Care (Serious Illness)Coping with LossInterfaith Perspectives on AgingEpisode 1Episode 2Application Fee Waiver code: yufeewaiver APPLY NOW REQUEST MORE INFORMATION At a Glance Approved by the New York State Department of Education Build your expertise through 6 online classes Take 1 or 2 classes during three 8-week semesters Earned credits may be applied towards MSW degree Learn from professional social workers and clergy contributing to the fields of aging and palliative care Applications accepted for fall, winter, and spring terms Student Information For more information, FAQsProgram Plans: Road MapsPolicy Manual: Interprofessional Aging & Pall. Care Certificate Policy ManualApplications are reviewed on a continuous basis for classes that begin in late October, late January, and mid-April.Interprofessional Certificate Academic Materials:Academic Calendar 2024-2025Monthly Calendar - Fall 2024Monthly Calendar - Spring (1 & II) 2024Online Registration InstructionsCanvas Instructions Clergy Certificate Academic Materials:Academic Calendar 2023-2024Monthly Calendar - Fall 2023Monthly Calendar - Spring I 2024Monthly Calendar - Spring II 2024 Contacts:Rabbi Liz Rolle, Program Coordinatorliz.rolle@yu.edu Gary Stein, JD, MSW, Directorglstein@yu.eduLynn Levy, PhD, Assistant Directorllevy1@yu.edu Student Information For more information, FAQsProgram Plans: Road MapsPolicy Manual: Interprofessional Aging & Pall. Care Certificate Policy ManualApplications are reviewed on a continuous basis for classes that begin in late October, late January, and mid-April.Interprofessional Certificate Academic Materials:Academic Calendar 2024-2025Monthly Calendar - Fall 2024Monthly Calendar - Spring (1 & II) 2024Online Registration InstructionsCanvas Instructions Clergy Certificate Academic Materials:Academic Calendar 2023-2024Monthly Calendar - Fall 2023Monthly Calendar - Spring I 2024Monthly Calendar - Spring II 2024 Contacts:Rabbi Liz Rolle, Program Coordinatorliz.rolle@yu.edu Gary Stein, JD, MSW, Directorglstein@yu.eduLynn Levy, PhD, Assistant Directorllevy1@yu.edu