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Pediatric Medicine

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This focused, online program is designed for students interested in exploring pediatric medicine. Get a comprehensive overview of the field to see if it's right for you, or enhance your application for medical schools. 

Courses
2 Required
0 Elective
Methods
Online
F-1 Visa Eligible

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This program is perfect for...

Pre-medical and pre-health students who would like to be more attractive candidates to medical schools’ or other health professional schools’ admissions boards
Pre-medical and pre-health students who would like to explore the field of pediatrics to determine if it’s a specialty they would like to pursue
Students planning to enter the specialty of pediatric medicine who would like more information on the field
Health care professionals looking for more knowledge in the field of pediatrics

What you can learn.

Explore key principles in the science and practice of pediatrics
Learn the different subspecialties of pediatrics
Recognize similarities and differences between adult and pediatric medicine
Understand the core skills required in the practice of pediatric genetics
Understand the role of pediatric genetics in the public health sphere

About this program

The Pediatric Medicine specialization is designed for students interested in exploring the specialty. This program is for pre-medical and pre-health students, as well as professionals already working in health care who seek more knowledge of the field of pediatrics.

This specialization consists of only two courses and is open to all students. Students can complete both courses back-to-back in Spring and Summer quarter, and complete the specialization within 6 months (2 quarters).

This program is offered 100% online.

 

 

 

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Step 1: Enroll in a Course
Courses in this program are open enrollment and paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program.
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Step 2: Become a Candidate
Establish candidacy in the certificate program to receive tailored information, lock in course requirements, and gain access to exclusive student benefits. Registration Fee: $200

Cost and Fees

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
Application and Candidacy Fee
$50
Estimated Textbooks and Materials
$200
Estimated Program Tuition
$1560

Payment Options

  • Not eligible for VA Benefit
  • Federal Financial Aid is not available

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