Graduate Certificate in Medical Ethics & Humanities

As medical science and technology continue to advance, there is an increasing concern over professional and ethical responsibilities in providing optimal care to patients and their families, and addressing issues among colleagues and institutions including, but not limited to: effective utilization of scarce or limited resources; disclosure of conflicts of interest; balancing healthcare delivery with clinical research; and developing therapeutic relationships in light of controversial public health policies and laws.

The Medical Ethics and Humanities Certificate program is a 10-credit program designed for healthcare professionals and students who have the desire to explore these pragmatic issues through the lenses of ethical theory and narrative-driven humanities. This coursework can be completed while students are enrolled in other graduate or professional programs. The certificate program is also open to others not enrolled in the Colleges of Medicine or Pharmacy.