Program Overview

Program Overview

The Certificate Program in Human Clinical Investigation: Theory prepares clinicians for careers in academic medicine, the pharmaceutical industry, and government regulatory agencies by providing a strong foundation for the design and implementation of modern clinical and translational research.

At a Glance

• College: College of Life Sciences
• Campus: Center City
• Format: On Campus
• Credits: 17
• Duration: 1 - 1.5 Years

Program Objectives

• Provide the theory behind the design of human clinical studies and appropriate design and use of databases
• Educate on the ethics and regulations governing clinical research
• Provide a background in statistics and epidemiology necessary for human clinical investigation

Qualified Applicants

Persons with scientific/medical background or experience who are interested in careers in clinical research may apply for the Certificate Program in Human Clinical Investigation: Theory. This certificate is most relevant to individuals with clinical backgrounds who are interested in being involved in human clinical research and leading research teams.

Curriculum

The program includes a variety of classes focused on the theory of human clinical investigation.

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Program Details

The Certificate Program in Human Clinical Investigation: Theory is designed for clinicians, but could be taken by others interested in understanding the theory behind clinical trial design. This program is the didactic component of the MS Pharmacology Program, Human Clinical Investigation track. No thesis is required for the certificate. Clinicians trained in the basics of human clinical investigation are needed to design and initiate clinical trials in academic medicine and in the pharmaceutical industry.