CTSI Certificate Programs

The Certificate of Advanced Qualifications in Human Subjects Protection is co-sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute and the Medical College of Wisconsin Center for Bioethics and Medical Humanities. It provides advanced IRB members with additional training in human subjects protections, including ethics, regulations, current topics, and professional skills. Graduates can specialize in IRB work and research, potentially advancing the field of regulatory science and moving into leadership roles. The certificate will enroll a cohort of new students every other year, as the bioethics-based courses will only be offered every other year.

The 12-credit Certificate in CTS program is designed for individuals who want additional training but may not want to pursue a full master’s degree and for those who have already completed professional clinical training but would like additional training in clinical and translational research. The certificate is designed to be completed within one (1) academic year, and students have up to two (2) calendar years to complete all requirements. Students completing the certificate will select from one of four emphasis tracks to complete: Translational Science, Population Science, Health Systems Science, and Community Based Science.