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Implementation Science & Community Health Outcomes Capstone

Capstone Certificate in Implementation Science and Community Outcomes Research

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Is this program right for you?

The Capstone Certificate in Implementation Science and Community Health Outcomes is ideally suited for current and future health researchers who wish to acquire a working knowledge of the various methods of translational and outcomes research, including qualitative, dissemination, implementation, effectiveness, and community-based participatory research methods.

  • Face-to-face program gives you the opportunity to work alongside UW–Madison’s renowned faculty in the Institute for Clinical and Translational Research
  • Connect with fellow students from various fields such as medicine, nursing, social work, business and more
  • Flexible certificate allows you to propose elective courses and incorporate parts of your master’s or PhD project to fulfill credit requirements

Education that works for you

Solve problems in community health, health services, or health policy with the certificate in Implementation Science and Community Health Outcomes from UW–Madison. Learn to translate research into positive outcomes for people.

Program type

Capstone certificate

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Certificate awarded

Capstone Certificate in Implementation Science and Community Outcomes Research

Commitment

2 years

Tuition

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

Format

Online

Primarily online

Credits

15 graduate-level credits

Admission terms

Program admits on a rolling basis for fall and spring terms.*

STEM opt eligible

No

International eligibility

Yes

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

Application deadlines

Fall 2024

  • Rolling deadline: October 31, 2024

Spring 2025

  • Rolling deadline: March 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. The required proficiency scores are: TOEFL IBT 92, PBT 580; or IELTS 7.0.

Ideal applicants will: Have completed at least one or two courses in research design and/or analysis.

Application materials required

  • Online application
  • Supplemental application
  • Resume/CV
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Copies of your current licenses and/or credentials, if applicable

Note: This is not a full-time program and therefore cannot admit international students needing an F-1 or J-1 visa.

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

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Results that work for you

Implementation Science & Community Health Outcomes Capstone

Job titles

  • Medical science liaisons
  • Research associates
  • Clinical research coordinators
  • Epidemiologists
  • Clinical research associates

Top industries

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

Top employers

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Bayer
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb
  • Pfizer
  • Merck

15.70%

Projected growth from 2020-2030. Source: Lightcast™ 2022.

What you’ll learn

Translate your research findings into real-world settings with the Implementation Science & Community Health Outcomes Capstone program. Through coursework and practical applications, you’ll learn qualitative and community-based research methods to assess health interventions and communicate policy implications.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →
  • Translational and outcomes research
  • Qualitative methods
  • Community-based participatory research methods

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