The Genomics Era: Future of Genetics in Medicine — FutureLearn
Run by St George's, University of London / FutureLearn
OnlineOnline (global)5 weeks, 2 hours per weekFreeOpenLow effort
About this opportunity
<p>A FutureLearn course from St George's, University of London that introduces the growing role of genomics in healthcare — for patient diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention. It is aimed at healthcare professionals and students curious about how genomic technologies are reshaping medicine.</p><ul><li>Covers DNA, genes, the human genome and normal genetic variation.</li><li>Explores genetic mutations, chromosome abnormalities and the inheritance of genetic conditions.</li><li>Introduces next-generation sequencing, interpretation of genomic data and clinical applications.</li><li>Discusses legal and ethical implications of genomic medicine.</li><li>Approximately five weeks at two hours per week; introductory level.</li><li>Approved by the Royal College of Pathologists for 10 CPD credits; digital certificate available for eligible learners.</li></ul><p>Join via FutureLearn; free limited-access track available, with an unlimited subscription option for ongoing access and certification.</p>
Who can apply
Open to all worldwide
What you get
Certificate
Frequently asked
Who runs this?+
Run by St George's, University of London / FutureLearn. More on their website.
The Genomics Era: Future of Genetics in Medicine — FutureLearn
Run by St George's, University of London / FutureLearn
OnlineOnline (global)5 weeks, 2 hours per weekFreeOpenLow effort
About this opportunity
<p>A FutureLearn course from St George's, University of London that introduces the growing role of genomics in healthcare — for patient diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention. It is aimed at healthcare professionals and students curious about how genomic technologies are reshaping medicine.</p><ul><li>Covers DNA, genes, the human genome and normal genetic variation.</li><li>Explores genetic mutations, chromosome abnormalities and the inheritance of genetic conditions.</li><li>Introduces next-generation sequencing, interpretation of genomic data and clinical applications.</li><li>Discusses legal and ethical implications of genomic medicine.</li><li>Approximately five weeks at two hours per week; introductory level.</li><li>Approved by the Royal College of Pathologists for 10 CPD credits; digital certificate available for eligible learners.</li></ul><p>Join via FutureLearn; free limited-access track available, with an unlimited subscription option for ongoing access and certification.</p>
Who can apply
Open to all worldwide
What you get
Certificate
Frequently asked
Who runs this?+
Run by St George's, University of London / FutureLearn. More on their website.