Graduate Programs in Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety.

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Graduate Programs in Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety.

May 24, 2006

Center for Education in the Health Sciences, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL.

Northwestern University's Institute of Healthcare Studies offers an 18-month Master's program and a 12-month Certificate program in health care quality and patient safety. The programs are designed for working professionals.

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