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We are delighted that you are interested in studying with us and would welcome the opportunity to talk with you about our programs.

There are several opportunities to learn at the Center: our certificate programs, individual courses – including our applied advocacy experience – field placements, clerkships, and fellowships. More information about applying for our educational programs is below.

Application deadline for the Fall 2013 Semester is August 1. We accept applications on a rolling admissions basis and encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible, as space is limited.

Step 1: Contact Us

If you are interested in enrolling in one of our Certificate Programs – give us call. We want to help you explore your interest in health advocacy, and help you find the right track to meet your needs.

We know you may have questions and we want to help you make the best choice for your learning and career goals. Contact us at 608.265.6267 or learning@patientpartnerships.org

Step 2: Apply & Interview

Complete Our Online Application

As part of our application you will be asked to submit:

  • personal statement,
  • resume*,
  • 2 references* ,
  • transcripts* for any current program or course work and all prior degrees (copies or unofficial accepted),
  • 1 letter of recommendation*, and
  • $75 non-refundable application fee*.

* The online application will ask you to provide information about your 2 references and allows you to attach a resume. It also contains directions for sending in your transcripts, letter of recommendation, and the application fee. If you have any questions please contact us!

Make sure to review:

 

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The Certificate Committee will review your application and you will be contacted for an interview if you meet criteria for admission.

Step 3: Enroll

Upon acceptance, you will receive information about scheduling, payment, enrollment, and other logistics.

Capstone certificate students need to apply to become a special student at UW-Madison.For more information and an application to become a University Special student, click here. General questions should be directed to the Division of Continuing Studies at 608-263-6960, or e-mail info@dcs.wisc.edu.

 

We are currently accepting applications for Summer ’13.

Space is limited. We accept applications on a rolling admissions basis. Applicants who meet minimum criteria for admission will be contacted for an interview.

Students may take 3-7 credits per semester (minimum of 2 in continuing semesters). In fall and spring semesters, each credit equals 4 service hours per week and in the summer semester each credit equals 5 service hours per week. Students are strongly encouraged to make a commitment to enroll for two sequential semesters (continuing with at least 2 credits).

Interested, but credit overloaded? Contact us for more information. Students who are only available for 1-2 credits (or equivalent time commitments [4-10 hours/wk]) should still consider applying, with the understanding that they will have a more limited advocacy role, including: shadowing, providing research support, and/or teaming on client cases.

Note: For on-campus students, Clinical Seminars are held every Wednesday evening throughout the semester from 4:30 -6pm and attendance is required.

The following additional prerequisites/requirements apply:

Semester Requirement
Fall IPA course is pre-req.
Spring IPA course is pre-req.
Summer IPA course is pre-req. or alternatively, graduate students can participate in a 50 hour orientation during the first 2 weeks of the clinical

Complete Our Online Application

As part of our application you will be asked to submit:

  • personal statement,
  • resume*,
  • transcripts* for any current program or course work and all prior degrees (copies or unofficial accepted).

* The online application allows you to attach a resume and contains directions for sending in your transcripts. If you have any questions please contact us!

Make sure to review:

Dates of Upcoming Semesters:

  • Spring 2013 (January 22nd – May 10th)
  • Summer 2013 (May 28th -August 16th)

Note:

This course counts towards completion of a Consumer Health Advocacy Certificate. If you are interested in pursing a certificate program, complete the certificate application instead by clicking on the appropriate tab on this page. Admitted certificate students are accepted into the Applied Advocacy Experience as part of their admission to the certificate program. For more information contact us at learning@patientpartnerships.org.