Certificate Program Information
The goal of this certificate is to train learners from various academic backgrounds and focus areas (Community-Based Participatory Research, Healthcare Administration, Informatics, Pharmaceutical Evaluation and Policy, and Research Methods) in implementation science methods and approaches to assist them in implementing evidence-based practices (EBP) in various topic areas and to study how best to support the implementation of EBP.
Post-doctoral certificate offered as a standalone certificate for individuals with clinical or professional degrees (e.g., MD, DNP, MSN, PharmD, JD, PhD, SciD, DrPH, etc.). Also offered to students, including international students, completing PhDs from the COPH, COP, CON, the UAMS Graduate School, and clinical/professional degrees noted above. Click here to view the curriculum.
Requirements for the Implementation Science Certificate Program:
- Application Deadline May 15th: Guide to the UAMS Online Application
- Current CV/Resume
- Candidate’s written statement of application that describes how they believe the certificate will enhance their education and/or career
- One letter of recommendation from an individual who can speak to the applicant’s academic experience. Be sure that the writer clearly identifies your name and any other identifying information in the letter, so letter is placed in your application file. If mailed, letter must be placed in a sealed envelope with the signature across the seal.
The above materials may be sent by mail (UAMS Graduate School, 4301 W. Markham, Slot 601, Little Rock, AR 72205) or email (graduateadmissions@uams.edu)
Official transcripts from qualifying degree program – copies are not acceptable. These must be mailed directly to the Graduate School in sealed envelopes directly from the institution: UAMS Graduate School, 4301 W. Markham, Slot 601, Little Rock, AR 72205
For more information, email Geoff Curran, PhD (gmcurran@uams.edu)