Graduate Certificate in Health Outcomes Research
Certificate Coordinator: Maureen Tierney, MD
Unlock the skills needed to make an impact on health outcomes, including healthcare equity. The Health Outcomes Research certificate prepares you to dive into vital issues in healthcare research, equipping you with quantitative and qualitative expertise. This 15-credit program is perfect for professionals aiming to address clinical trials that focus on intervention effectiveness and disparities, thereby influencing policy at the highest levels. Through courses in epidemiology, biostatistics, research methods, health policy and informatics, you’ll gain a comprehensive toolkit for impactful research. Ideal for healthcare professionals, especially residents or fellows taking a research year, this certificate builds essential skills to analyze clinical trial outcomes, including those involving health disparities, and guide policy-making in today’s complex healthcare landscape.
Admissions Requirements
- Completed application form with application fee
- Transcript from institution that granted a Bachelor's degree with minimum GPA 3.0 or showing evidence of completion of an MD, DO or PhD
- Updated Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Personal Statement
Health Outcomes Research Graduate Certificate requirements (15 Credits):
Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
HIF 601 | Introduction to Health Informatics | 3 |
MHE 601 | Health Policy | 3 |
MPH 605 | Epidemiology | 3 |
MPH 607 | Biostatistics | 3 |
MPH 707 | Introduction to Mixed Methods | 3 |
Total Credits | 15 |