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Clinical Research Certificate at University of Pittsburgh

University of Pittsburgh, United States

Programme overview

The certificate gives clinicians and researchers from many disciplines the skills to design and conduct high-quality clinical and translational research. Courses run one or two months rather than a full semester, and several are online or hybrid.

Faculty: School of Medicine  |  Department: Institute for Clinical Research Education  |  Duration: Can be completed in one year of part-time study; 15 credits  |  Intake: Spring and Summer terms  |  Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

Four core courses offered in July and August (Computer Methods in Clinical Research, Clinical Research Methods, Biostatistics, Measurement in Clinical Research), at least 6 elective credits, and the responsible conduct of research requirement.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum GPA of 3.2 (4.0 scale); a graduate or professional degree is encouraged but not required; candidates need clear interest in clinical research and protected time (75% in the first two months, 50% recommended throughout). Two references, personal statement, CV/biosketch and official transcripts. GRE and MCAT not accepted. English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7.0 or Duolingo 120) unless exempt through a US degree. Spring term applications September 1-October 31; Summer term December 15-February 28.

Intake: Spring and Summer terms

Duration: Can be completed in one year of part-time study; 15 credits

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