Certificate Programs

Graduate Certificate Program in Comparative Effectiveness Research

Eligibility restricted to current University of Washington PhD students

Comparative effectiveness research is a growing field that aims to generate evidence to improve health care decisions for patients and providers. It examines the benefits and risks of different medical or healthcare interventions, including drugs and medical technologies. The results of these comparison studies are used by medical professionals to make better informed healthcare decisions and thereby improve patient care.

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Certificate in Health Economics and Outcomes Research

This certificate is being offered through the Professional and Continuing Education office

Enrollment is open to professionals and health care providers working in the health insurance industry, government, the life sciences, pharmaceutical and biomedical industries. Also health care providers interested in health economics and outcomes research and professionals working within Health Technology Assessment or reimbursement organizations are encouraged to apply.

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