Program Overview

Introduction to the Genomics and Predictive Health Certificate

The Genomics and Predictive Health certificate is designed to provide master's and Ph.D. students with an integrated background in the field of genomics and predictive health. This certificate program covers advancements in personalized medicine, DNA sequencing technologies, and commercial applications of genetic research.

Program Overview

The program requires a minimum of 12 graduate credits of coursework to provide core experiences in the various predictive health domains, including disease discovery, customized therapies, and prevention. Although the program is centered within the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, faculty from other colleges and institutions contribute to the program's success, and students from many departments and colleges throughout the University are welcomed.

Interdisciplinary Focus

Genomics and predictive health is a broad, interdisciplinary field focused on understanding and improving human health. It incorporates diverse areas of specialized investigation that share this common goal, including:

• Anatomy
• Biochemistry
• Cell biology
• Clinical sciences
• Cognitive sciences
• Development
• Genetics
• Immunology
• Medical sciences
• Microbiology
• Molecular biology
• Pathology
• Pharmacology
• Psychology
  • Others

Program Requirements

The Certificate Program requirements are designed to be tailored to the individual student with previous coursework and future goals in mind. The 12-credit Certificate requires completion of the following:

• Required Courses (12 credits):
  • PCB 6665 - Human Genetics (3 credits, Spring)
  • PCB 6667 - Integrating Genomics into Predictive Health (3 credits, Spring)
  • PCB 6819 - Multi-omic applications towards understanding health and disease (3 credits, Fall)
• Graduate Biomedical Science elective courses (3 credits)