Program Overview

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Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation, Capstone Certificate

The capstone certificate in Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation is designed to provide students with the practical and professional skills needed to succeed in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the area of psychoactive pharmaceuticals such as psychedelics and cannabis. This fully online curriculum allows flexibility to complete coursework from anywhere in the world without disrupting careers.

Description

The program focuses on developing specific skills and knowledge essential for a career in this exciting area. Successful completion of the courses within the capstone certificate may be applied to the Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences: Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation, should students choose to pursue an MS in the future.

Admissions

Applications are accepted for the fall and spring term, with deadlines on June 30 for fall and October 31 for spring. Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree, PharmD, or equivalent, with a recommended cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are not required. Official post-secondary student transcripts and a Statement of Interest are also required.

Eligibility

• Bachelor's degree, PharmD, or equivalent
• Recommended cumulative GPA 3.0 (on 4.0 scale)
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are not required
• Official post-secondary student transcripts
• Statement of Interest (maximum of one page): Why are you interested in Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation and what do you aim to get out of the program?

Application Materials

1. An online application for admission as a University Special student, selecting "UNCS Capstone Certificate: Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation".
2. Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
3. Current resume/CV.
4. Brief essay (describe your reasons for applying and your career goal).

Requirements

Grade Requirements

• Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.00.
• Students wishing to continue into the Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation named option MS program must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.00.

Required Courses

Complete the following courses for 12 credits: | Course List Code | Title | Credits | | --- | --- | --- | | PHM SCI 759 | Current Trends in Drug Discovery and Development | 1 | | PHARMACY 801 | Bioethics and Scientific Integrity | 2 | | PHARMACY 674 | Cannabinoids in Science and Society | 2 | | PHARMACY 640 | Appropriate Use of Abused Drugs | 2 | | PHARMACY 671 | Psychedelic Drugs in Science and Society | 2 | | PHARMACY 612 | Legal Structures for Controlled Substances | 1 | | PHARMACY 563 | Drug History: Dangerous Drugs and Magic Bullets | 2 | | Total Credits | 12 |

Minimum Requirements for Capstone Certificate Completion

• Students must earn a minimum grade of C in each course used to meet Capstone Certificate requirements.
• Courses in which a student elects the pass/fail or audit option will not count toward completion of Capstone Certificate requirements.
• All of the Capstone Certificate credits must be earned "in residence" (which includes on campus and distance-delivered courses) at UW-Madison.
• All of the Capstone Certificate credits must be earned while enrolled in the Capstone Certificate program.

Capstone Certificate Specific Policies

Prior Coursework

No graduate work from other institutions is accepted.

Probation

1. Students are considered to be in Good Standing if they earn a C or higher in all program courses.
2. Students are considered to be in Probationary Standing if they earn less than a C in one or more program courses during a semester.
3. Students are considered to be in Unsatisfactory Standing if they have an overall GPA of less than 2.0 or if they have earned less than a C in 4 or more credits of the programs courses.

Learning Outcomes

1. Articulate general principles in pharmaceutical sciences.
2. Apply knowledge and skills to address relevant problems in the student's area of focus.
3. Communicate scientific information that is accurate, clear, and accessible.
4. Identify and uphold ethical principles.