This graduate certificate program is designed for UAB grad students involved in full-time lab research. It provides research training focused on understanding disease mechanisms and translating research discoveries into practical therapies. The program involves completing 12 credit hours, starting with core courses like Fundamentals of Clinical Research, Phenotyping Human Disease, or Drug Discovery and Development. Students then select three electives from various related fields, including biostatistics, business, and health sciences, to tailor their learning experience. Most content is delivered through on-campus, in-person meetings. This program aims to prepare students for careers in developing, testing, and applying therapies, adding valuable research skills to advance their professional trajectory.
Why this course is highly recommended
This certificate is ideal for students involved in lab research who want to gain practical skills in disease mechanisms and therapy development. Completing this program provides research training that can give students a competitive edge in their careers, especially if they aim to work in developing, testing, or applying therapeutic solutions.
The program offers a focus on translating molecular science research into clinical practice within joint health sciences, emphasizing mechanisms of disease and therapeutic development. Students can choose electives aligned with their career goals, including options like biostatistics, business planning, and modeling human disease.
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Eligible students are full-time lab researchers at UAB who must complete 12 credit hours before graduation. The curriculum includes a core course and three electives from various programs like biostatistics and business, all delivered on-campus.

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Graduates of this program will be equipped with research skills and practical knowledge that can support careers in therapeutic development, clinical research, and biomedical sciences. The program prepares students to translate research into clinical applications, opening doors in healthcare, biotech, and pharmaceutical sectors.