WASHINGTON HEALTH POLICY INSTITUTE

22nd Washington Health Policy Institute

Policy Institute: June 1 - 6, 2014

George Mason University, Arlington Campus - Founders Hall 3351 Fairfax Drive, Arlington VA 22201

 

Founders Hall

3351 Fairfax Dr.

Arlington, VA 22201

Institute Resources:

• 2014 WHPI Flyer
• 2014 WHPI Brochure

Learn how health policy is really made and how you can play a role. Faculty include speakers from Federal and State Health Agencies, Congressional Staffs, Media Experts and Nationally Prominent Leaders in Health Policy.

The Washington Health Policy Institute explores all facets of the health policymaking process and provides participants with the knowledge needed to make a difference in the U.S. health system. By learning about policymaking through various complex policy issues, participants will be able to apply knowledge in their own professional activities.

Attendees may enroll in the Institute either for graduate credit or continuing education units (CEUs). Students with baccalaureate degrees may select one of two (2) options for graduate credit:

Washington Health Policy Institute
Provides an understanding of how public policy affects the nation’s health care delivery system and resources. Through lectures and interactive discussions with top policymakers, enrollees explore the forces influencing current policy and the policymaking process.

Please note that courses for credit will begin on Sunday, June 1st, 2014.

Center for Health Policy Research and Ethics 
Washington Health Policy Institute

Registration Options:

Option 1:

Washington Health Policy Institute (CEU’s only)

• June 2 - 6, 2014
• 3 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 institute will be held from 9am to 5pm Monday thru Thursday, and 9am to noon on Friday. 

 

Option 2: 

WHPI and HAP 605 Health Policy (graduate credits)

• June 1 - 6, 2014
• 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 prior to the institute and will meet from 2:30 to 4:30pm. Classes will meet Monday thru Friday from 7:30 to 9:00am. Following class, attendance at the Washington Health Policy Institute is Mandatory, 

 

Option 3:

WHPI and HAP 746 Health Policy Leadership (graduate credits)

• June 1 - 6, 2014 
• 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 prior to the institute and will meet from 2:30 to 4:30pm. Classes will meet Monday thru Friday from 7:30 to 9:00am. Following class, attendance at the Washington Health Policy Institute is Mandatory. 

 

*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.

Space is limited, so register early!

Refunds
Refunds (minus a $100 processing fee) will be issued only if a Drop Form is received by May 1, 2014. This form can be found on the Academic Outreach website: chhs.gmu.edu/academic-outreach. No refunds will be given after May 1, 2014.  

For frequently asked questions visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

For more information, contact:

Office of Academic Outreach, College of Health and Human Services
Outreach@gmu.edu