The TCU College of Education, in collaboration with the Burnett School of Medicine at TCU, announces the launch of the fully online Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education, designed to equip healthcare professionals with the skills to teach, mentor and lead in academic and clinical settings.
As health care and medical education continue to evolve, this program enhances the ability of physicians, nurses and allied health professionals to deliver high-quality instruction, develop engaging curricula and assess student learning effectively.
“Healthcare professionals play a critical role in shaping the next generation of practitioners, and this certificate strengthens their ability to teach with confidence and impact,” said Frank Hernandez, dean of the College of Education at TCU.
With a growing emphasis on interdisciplinary healthcare education, competency-based assessments and evidence-based teaching methods, this certificate is designed to prepare the next generation of academic leaders in medicine and health sciences.
Designed for Healthcare Professionals and Academic Faculty
The program is designed to be flexible and fully online, making it accessible for
working professionals balancing clinical, teaching and administrative responsibilities.
The 9-credit hour certificate focuses on key areas of health professions education, including:
- Science of Adult Learning – Understanding cognitive and non-cognitive factors that shape how healthcare professionals learn.
- Curriculum and Instruction in Health Professions – Developing and delivering effective, research-based educational experiences.
- Assessment and Accreditation – Ensuring program quality, student success and compliance with accreditation standards.
Graduates of the program will be equipped to lead training programs, improve healthcare curriculum and enhance medical education across academic and clinical settings.
TCU is committed to moving medical education forward. Hernandez says, “Our hope is to equip medical educators with strategies that enhance learning and elevate healthcare training.”
Applications are now open. Whether you're a clinician transitioning into teaching, a faculty member expanding your expertise or an educator looking to improve student learning outcomes, this program provides the knowledge, tools and flexibility to help you excel in health professions education.
Learn more about the program and admissions online.
