We offer three graduate certificates across our two programs, see which one is right for you.
Time
On average, students complete certificate programs in 1 year. However students have the flexibility to enroll in courses at their own pace. Students who do not enroll in at least one class for more than two consecutive semesters will become inactive and need to reapply for admission to their program.
Credential
Students will earn a Graduate Certificate in Precision Medicine, Clinical Pharmacogenomics or Comprehensive Medication Management issued by the Graduate School of the University of Florida.
Format
Offered entirely online to not disrupt students professional or personal commitments.
Tuition
The Certificates in Precision Medicine and Clinical Pharmacogenomics are $448.73 per credit hour plus fees. The Certificate in Comprehensive Medication Management is $650.00 per credit hour plus fees. Tuition is subject to change.
Earning a Graduate Certificate Online
Completing an online graduate certificate is a fast and convenient way to pursue your educational and career goals.
At the University of Florida, each course is divided into modules covering specific topics and contains opportunities to enhance learning through discussion topics and case studies while using the vast selection of materials and databases available through the UF library. Students have the ability to interact with course instructors and other students in many different ways using the technology available through the online learning management system.
You’ll learn from clinicians and researchers who are paving the way in pharmacogenomics, precision medicine, and comprehensive medication management:
- Courses are taught by 20+ faculty leaders in pharmacogenomics, precision medicine, and comprehensive medication management
- $30 million in pharmacogenomics and precision medicine research awards
- More than 1,000 graduate students and clinicians trained/educated through the Precision Medicine graduate program and UF Health Precision Medicine Program, and the Individualized Medicine Program (previously known as the Medication Therapy Management Program).
Certificate Options
| Precision Medicine | Clinical Pharmacogenomics | Comprehensive Medication Management | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Hours | 9 | 11 | 15 |
| Format | Fully online, asynchronous with no required campus visits. | Fully online, asynchronous with no required campus visits. | Fully online, asynchronous with no required campus visits. |
| Minimum Length of Time to Complete | 1 year or 3 semesters | 1 year or 3 semesters | 1 year or 3 semesters |
| Maximum Length of Time to Complete | Flexible: up to 7 years | Flexible: up to 7 years | Flexible: up to 7 years |
| Tuition | $448.73 per credit hour plus fees | $448.73 per credit hour plus fees | $650.00 per credit hour plus fees |
| Admission Requirements | Bachelor’s degree (science-related)2.0 upper-division GPA | Bachelor’s degree (science-related)2.0 upper-division GPA Professional Degree Required | Bachelor’s degree (science-related)2.0 upper-division GPA Professional Degree Required |
| Target Audience | Non-clinicians | Clinicians | Clinicians |
*Students who do not enroll in at least one class for more than two consecutive semesters will become inactive and need to reapply for admission to their program.
Precision Medicine Graduate Certificate
This 9-credit hour, fully online graduate certificate program will discuss the latest in genomic technologies and precision medicine therapies with the flexibility and convenience of an online program to accommodate working professionals, residents and fellows.
Careers focusing in pharmacogenomics require a very specialized skillset and mostly relate to research and/or clinical pharmacology. This program was designed for those interested in learning more about precision medicine and pharmacogenomics who are currently working or plan to work in one of the fields listed below.
- Academician
- Bioinformatician
- Clinical laboratory technologist or technician
- Clinical Operations Manager
- Data scientist
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (D.O.)
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
- Doctor of Nursing
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Nurse Practitioner
- Registered Nurse
- Field application scientist
- Genetic counselor
- Geneticist (includes sales consultant or administration)
- Industry professional
- Laboratorians
- Medical geneticist
- Medical scientist
- Molecular scientist
- Pharmacogenetic specialist or counselor
- Researcher or research project manager
Clinical Pharmacogenomics Graduate Certificate
This 11-credit hour, fully online graduate certificate program provides an overview of scientific concepts and pragmatic factors influencing clinical implementation of pharmacogenomics in a variety of practice settings, including foundational knowledge of genetics and pharmacogenomics, implementation science principles and quality assurance and communication within clinical programs.
This program will prepare clinicians to:
- Develop, implement and expand clinical pharmacogenomic services in a variety of practice settings
- Teach clinical pharmacogenomics to student pharmacists and peers
- Incorporate pharmacogenomic content into didactic and experiential curriculum at their institution
- Obtain a graduate certificate or master’s degree for career advancement
This program was designed for clinicians interested in incorporating pharmacogenomics into clinical practice:
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (D.O).
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
- Doctor of Dental Science (D.D.S)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D)
- Doctor of Nursing Practice
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Nurse Practitioner
- Registered Nurse
Comprehensive Medication Management Graduate Certificate
This 15-credit hour, fully online graduate certificate program combines elements of comprehensive medication management and medication therapy management while incorporating pharmacogenomics to develop an individualized patient-centered care approach. The curriculum also includes current and emerging trends within the practices of pharmacotherapy, as well as business principles and considerations for implementation of a medication management program.
This program was designed for clinicians interested in incorporating pharmacogenomics into clinical practice:
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (D.O).
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
- Doctor of Dental Science (D.D.S)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D)
- Doctor of Nursing Practice
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Nurse Practitioner
- Registered Nurse
Transfer Credits From a Graduate Certificate to Masters
Credits taken to earn the graduate certificate can be transferred toward the online Master of Science in Pharmacy with a major in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a concentration in Precision Medicine or Individualized Medicine. Students must earn a grade of “B” or higher to transfer credits and must be formally admitted to the master’s degree program for credits to transfer. All coursework counted toward your master’s degree must be completed during the seven years immediately preceding the term in which the degree is awarded.