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Certificate in Faith Based Telehealth Coordinator

Academic unitHBIU Medical Training InstituteTotal credits3Estimated durationNot specifiedSource documentCertificate_in_Faith_Based_Telehealth_Coordinator.docx

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Credential abbreviation

Certificate in Faith Based Telehealth Coordinator

Total program length

3 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Six to nine months

General education

Not required

Foundational faith based telehealth courses

0 credit hours

Professional application courses

3 credit hours

Final applied project

0 credit hours

The Telehealth Coordinator certificate program empowers students with the foundational skills to manage remote clinical services through a lens of Christian service. Grounded in a worldview that recognizes every patient as created in the image of God, this program equips learners to utilize digital technologies to extend the healing ministry of healthcare providers. Students will master the logistics of remote care delivery, communication facilitation, and regulatory stewardship, ensuring that technological integration remains rooted in ethical reasoning and respect for human dignity. By focusing on servant leadership, graduates will be prepared to bridge the gap between healthcare systems and patients, transforming modern telehealth practices into compassionate, spiritually informed care solutions that address the needs of the vulnerable.

The certificate provides introductory academic and applied preparation for faith based telehealth coordinator-support, community-care, outreach, referral, and service-related roles. It does not constitute professional licensure or independent authorization to provide regulated clinical services.

Program Facts

Program facts

Total program length
3 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Six to nine months
General education
Not required
Professional application courses
3 credit hours
Academic unit
HBIU Medical Training Institute
Total credits
3
Duration
Not specified

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Understand the fundamentals of telehealth systems and technologies.
  • Develop skills in patient communication and remote patient management.
  • Identify legal and ethical issues surrounding telehealth practices.
  • Effectively coordinate telehealth services within healthcare teams.
  • Analyze telehealth data to improve patient outcomes and service delivery.
  • Implement strategies to enhance patient engagement in telehealth.
  • Evaluate the impact of telehealth on healthcare access and quality.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience in healthcare or technology is advantageous, but not mandatory. Culminating Project The capstone project requires students to synthesize their technical training with biblical stewardship to design a comprehensive telehealth implementation strategy. Students must demonstrate their commitment to spiritual formation by proposing a workflow that optimizes resource management while honoring the holistic needs of the patient. This final assignment challenges candidates to articulate how telehealth platforms can be managed with integrity, ensuring that technological systems serve as conduits for accessibility and equitable care rather than mere administrative tools.

Program Structure

Official program structure

Program Details

  • Total Credits: 3
  • Degree Level: Certificate

Semester-by-Semester Curriculum

Official course sequence

Year 4

Semester 11

3 credits
CodeCourse TitleCreditsPrerequisite
MTI-134Certificate in Faith Based Telehealth Coordinator3None
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Certificate course in Telehealth Coordinator This course is part of the null program at HBIU. This course is part of a faith-based certificate program at HBIUThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..

Major / Core Requirements

Major and core requirements

General education | Not required

  • Foundational faith based telehealth courses | 0 credit hours
  • Professional application courses | 3 credit hours
  • Final applied project | 0 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MTI-134 | Certificate in Faith Based Telehealth Coordinator | 3 | None

Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • To graduate from the Certificate in Faith Based Telehealth Coordinator program, students must successfully complete 15 credit hours of prescribed coursework with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Candidates are expected to demonstrate an ability to integrate Christian ethical reasoning into complex clinical scenarios, reflecting a dedication to both professional excellence and their spiritual calling. All program requirements, including the capstone project, must be fulfilled within the designated timeframe to ensure the student is well-prepared to serve in the healthcare mission field with character and competence.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Telehealth Coordinator
  • Patient Care Manager
  • Telemedicine Technician
  • Healthcare IT Specialist
  • Remote Patient Advocate
  • Telehealth Program Analyst
  • Health Information Manager

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Credential abbreviation | Certificate in Faith Based Telehealth Coordinator
  • Total program length | 3 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Six to nine months