Clinical and Translational Science Certificate

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The Clinical and Translational Science Certificate is a non-degree program at the University of Kentucky, taught in English, lasting one year. It's for students with a bachelor's degree who want to improve public health by turning basic science into practical solutions.

This certificate teaches students about clinical and translational science, including how to accelerate the translation of basic science advances into public health improvements. Students learn from the Department of Behavioral Science and the University of Kentucky Center for Clinical and Translational Science.

Graduates can work as Clinical Research Coordinators, Translational Science Specialists, Public Health Professionals, Medical Researchers, or Health Educators. They can find jobs in hospitals, research institutions, government agencies, or private companies that focus on public health and medical research.