Registration

The 21st Washington Health Policy Institute will be held at George Mason University, Founders Hall, 3351 Fairfax Drive, Arlington VA 22201

Please note:

Credit courses will begin on June 2nd, 2013.

Cancellation Policy

Due to the condensed format of this academic offering, course changes or withdrawals are not allowed after May 1, 2013.

Refunds (minus a $100 processing fee) will be issued only if a Drop Form is received by May 1, 2013.  This form can be found on the Academic Outreach website:  chhs.gmu.edu/academic-outreach.  No refunds will be given after May 1, 2013.

 

Registration Options:

Option 1:

Washington Health Policy Institute (CEU’s only)

• June 2 – 7, 2013
• 4 CEUs
• $1,630*

Provides and understanding of how public policy affects the nations’ health care delivery system and resources. Through lectures and interactive discussions with top policy makers, enrollees explore the forces influencing current policy and the policy-making process.

The institue will be held from 9am to 6pm on Monday; 9am to 5pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and  Thursday; and 9am to noon on Friday. 

 

Option 2: 

WHPI and HAP 605 Health Policy (graduate credits)

• June 2 – 7, 2013
• 3 Credits
• $2,630*

An introductory survey to the process and politics of health policy as they relate to the delivery and financing of health care in the United States. Examines the major public and private sector institutions responsible for health policy development, and the interaction of these institutions and their competing interests to create and implement health policies and public programs providing health coverage and services. Classroom lectures and discussion will be augmented by the institute’s unique field experience of hearing a variety of health policy experts and visiting Captiol Hill.

HAP 605 begins Sunday at 2:30 to 4:30pm (prior to the start of the institute) and continues from 7:30 – 9am on Monday through Friday. Attendance is also required at the Washington Health Policy Institute which will be held from 9am to 6pm on Monday; 9am to 5pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and  Thursday; and 9am to noon on Friday. 

 

Option 3:

WHPI and HAP 746 Health Policy Leadership (graduate credits)

• June 2 – 7, 2013 
• 3 Credits
• $2,630*

Identifies and assesses critical leadership skills in many areas of health policy making necessary for health care professionals. Teaches individuals how to link health issues with policy development and pursue appropriate strategies. Examines the leadership process from a policy and organization perspective to expand students’ ability to strategically affect health policy and the public health policy-making process. Helps potential post-baccalaureate health care professionals develop leadership skills and participate effectively in many areas of health policy making. Participants receive customize leadership assessment and tailored coaching to take advantage of their unique personal potential.

HAP 746 begins Sunday at 2:30 to 4:30pm (prior to the start of the institute) and continues from 7:30 – 9am on Monday through Friday. Attendance is also required at the Washington Health Policy Institute which will be held from 9am to 6pm on Monday; 9am to 5pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and  Thursday; and 9am to noon on Friday. PROGRAM ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED TO 30 PARTICIPANTS, SO REGISTER EARLY!

 

*Fee includes venue, reception, breakfast, breaks, breakfast and lunch one day on the Hill, daily transportation to and from the hotel, and internet access at the institute.

For more information, contact:
The Center for Health Policy Research & Ethics
Marcia Bearor
(703) 993-1931