Program Summary
SUMMER 2023
FALL 2023
Spring 2024
CREDITS AND COST
Phillip Rumrill
Director of Graduate Certificate in Developmental Disabilities
Director of Research and Training at the UK Human Development Institute
phillip.rumrill@uky.eduThis program may require some in-person activity (e.g. an on-site exam, orientation, or lab). Contact the program director for details.
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Program Summary
SUMMER 2023
FALL 2023
Spring 2024
CREDITS AND COST
Go farther with our coursework that emphasizes the lifespan from an
interdisciplinary perspective.
The Developmental Disabilities Graduate Certificate program is housed in the University of Kentucky’s Human Development Institute. Students have the opportunity to conduct a research project, participate in a practicum, and work with individuals with developmental disabilities along with the individual’s family, to gain invaluable field experience.
A limited number of stipends up to $3,000 may be available to support students enrolling in this program!
Admission Requirements
- Admission to the UK Graduate School
- A scholarly writing sample
- A 500-word personal statement indicating why you want to attain this certificate
- Current resume/vita
- Two letters of recommendation (If not currently attending UK)
- Complete Graduate Certifcate Application form (link below)
Course Requirements
HDI 600 - Interdisciplinary Approaches (2 credit hours)
HDI 602 - Interdisciplinary Supports (2 credit hours)
HDI 603 - Practicum (2 credit hours)
HDI 604 - Interdisciplinary Leadership Seminar (2 credit hours)
And, one elective of the following options:
HDI 601 (2 credit hours)
HDI 605 (2 credit hours)
Or approved outside course
Federal Financial Aid and Certificate Programs
Please note that federal financial aid is not available for certificate programs, but other financial resources may be available on the Financial Aid page.
Contact
Phillip Rumrill
Director of Graduate Certificate in Developmental Disabilities
Director of Research and Training at the UK Human Development Institute
phillip.rumrill@uky.eduThe Graduate School
This program may require some in-person activity (e.g. an on-site exam, orientation, or lab). Contact the program director for details.
Students Residing Outside of Kentucky
If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Out of State Student page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state.