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Domestic violence is one of our nation's greatest social and public health problems. Individuals working in health, social services and law enforcement can benefit from gaining expertise in the prevention and response to domestic violence. Offered by the University's Department of Criminal Justice and the Division of Continuing Studies and Corporate Education, this certificate brings together courses in the areas of Criminal Justice, Community Social Psychology and Health Professions and provides a focused program for those working in settings where domestic violence is an issue.

This certificate can benefit those in the fields of nursing, health, social services, family services, youth services, police, hospital and health agency administration and other related professions.

Program Highlights:

• Flexibility and Convenience
• Committed to student learning
• These courses may be applied to the relevant department's Master's degree program with the approval of the graduate coordinator

Learn more about this program:

To receive more information and connect with the program manager, please click on inquire now to the right.

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For more information on the Certificate in Domestic Violence Prevention program click here.

New students register for courses using UMass Lowell’s New Student Registration Form. Follow the instructions for registering included on the form. Existing students register for their courses online by logging into the secure Intercampus Student Information System (ISIS).

Please see Fee Schedule below.

Type of Fee	Amount
Fee per credit	$475
Registration Fee per semester	$30
Returned Check Fee per semester*	$30
Total for course**	$1455 (475x3crds. = 1425 + 30 registration fee per sem.)

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*applicable when checks returned unpaid

**Courses can vary from one to six credits; this total represents a standard 3 credit course

For additional registration information, visit UMass Lowell’s Continuing Studies Website at http://continuinged.uml.edu/general/registration.htm. Registration is administered through UMass Lowell’s Registrar’s Office. If you have questions regarding registration, please contact the Registrar’s Office at 978.934.2550.

The University of Massachusetts is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

 

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• Winner, United States Distance Learning Association, 21st Century Best Practices Award, 2005
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Applicants must have the appropriate Bachelor's Degree. No application fee or graduate record exam (GRE) is required. Credits earned from these graduate certificates may be used toward a graduate degree in many programs with the approval of the graduate program coordinator.

Admission is competitive - Apply early!

1.  Read application form instructions carefully. Click here for the application.

2.  Complete application form and sign the bottom of the last page of the application.

3. Request official transcripts from each college or university you have attended.

4. If you are applying for Financial Aid, please fill out the FAFSA form at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

For additional information on the application process for UMass Lowell's Online Graduate degrees and certificates, visit http://www.uml.edu/grad/.

Availability of financial aid varies depending on matriculation and course status. Please check with UMass Lowell's Financial Aid Office to determine eligibility.

Contact:

For more information or if you have additional questions, please contact the Financial Aid Office at (978) 934-4220 or email financialaidquestions@uml.edu.