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 health care 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.
“Health care 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 health care 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 Health Care 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 health care 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.
TCU is committed to moving medical education forward. “We are committed to training the next generation of leaders in academic medicine with skills that will prepare them for the challenges of health care education and the ability to mentor students to provide the highest level of patient care,” said Burnett School of Medicine Dean Stuart D. Flynn, M.D. “Partnering with the College of Education provides the experience and skills necessary to advance pedagogical skills and advances student learning outcomes.”
Graduates of the program will be equipped to lead training programs, improve health care curriculum and enhance medical education across academic and clinical settings.
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.
