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Fundamentals of Clinical Research Capstone

Capstone Certificate in the Fundamentals of Clinical Research

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Is this program right for you?

A Certificate in the Fundamentals of Clinical Research from UW–Madison allows you to understand and practice evidence-based research to help tackle the world’s complex research questions and bring solutions to patients. The program provides a foundation in research methods and analysis, study design, and ethical conduct.

  • Our certificate is interdisciplinary with UW–Madison faculty from population health sciences, biostatistics, oncology, medical history and more
  • Our program is offered through the UW Institute for Clinical Translational Research, which collaborates with university departments and industry partners
  • Our certificate is interdisciplinary with UW–Madison faculty from population health sciences, biostatistics, oncology, and medical history and more

Education that works for you

Open the door to your future with a Certificate in the Fundamentals of Clinical Research from UW–Madison. Take courses part-time to enter this emerging field, and improve the lives of patients in communities or care settings.

Program type

Capstone certificate

Collection of courses in a single discipline, does not result in a degree

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Certificate awarded

Capstone Certificate in the Fundamentals of Clinical Research

Commitment

18 months

Tuition

Resident: $883.24 per credit
Nonresident: $1,886.94 per credit

Format

Evening/weekend

Evening and/or weekend courses

Face-to-face

On-campus, in-person courses

Credits

14 graduate-level credits

Admission terms

Program admits for fall, spring and summer terms.*

STEM opt eligible

No

Supports F-1 Visa

* Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis until the cohort is full.

Application deadlines

Spring 2025

  • Rolling deadline: March 31, 2025

Summer 2025

  • Rolling deadline: July 31, 2025

Fall 2025

  • Rolling deadline: October 31, 2025
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Program requirements

All applicants must:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Submit evidence of English language proficiency, if applicable. See the Graduate School Requirements for more information

Application materials required

  • Online application
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • Transcripts
  • Letter of recommendation

For complete application details visit UW–Madison’s Guide →

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Results that work for you

Fundamentals of Clinical Research Capstone

Job titles

  • Medical technologist
  • Laboratory technician
  • Research technologists
  • Pathologist assistant
  • Lab assistant

Top industries

  • Healthcare and social assistance
  • Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services
  • Educational services
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Manufacturing

Top employers

  • USDVA
  • Kelly Services
  • HCA Healthcare
  • Aerotek
  • CTG

12.40%

Projected growth for natural science managers from 2020-2030. Source: Lightcast™ 2022.

What you’ll learn

The Fundamentals of Clinical Research Capstone program transforms you into a research-ready professional. Through hands-on projects and case studies, you’ll deepen your understanding of research methods and ethics while gaining the skills to effectively collaborate in conducting evidence-based clinical trials.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →
  • Evidence-based research
  • Research methods and analysis
  • Ethical conduct in research
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

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