Lori Christianson

Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies

Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies (CGI) is a private, nonprofit, DEAC accredited university offering online, post-graduate education in the field of integrated behavioral healthcare, including the Doctor of Behavioral Health (DBH) degree, Master of Healthcare Leadership (MHL) and certificate programs with specializations including trauma informed care, healthcare leadership, women's health, gerontology, and military families and veterans. Cummings Graduate Institute (CGI) delivers 100% online, post-graduate training to mental health and allied health professionals, advancing their knowledge and expertise in integrated behavioral healthcare. Students are prepared to deliver patient-centered care, work in interdisciplinary teams, employ evidence-based practice and quality improvement approaches, and utilize informatics in primary care and other medical settings. The DBH program prepares integrated care professionals to deliver whole-person healthcare to diverse communities and improve quality healthcare access. Students are trained as doctoral level experts in integrated behavioral health, prepared to deliver patient-centered care, work collaboratively, and employ evidence-based practices and quality improvement approaches. The 100% online DBH program gives students the opportunity to complete their degree while balancing personal lives, commitments, and professional practice. No residency or internship required. The online Master's degree in healthcare leadership (MHL) delivers advanced training in leading and managing integrated healthcare delivery. The MHL Program prepares students to transform healthcare settings using firm foundations in population health management, strategic thinking, critical analysis, and innovative change-management. Required course offerings are designed to prepare graduates to successfully lead cultural change in healthcare while addressing the Triple Aim and Fourth Aim.