Medical Neuroscience
Graduate Certificate
Graduate Certificate
Course Delivery
Total Credits
Credit Hour
Minimum Duration
The Michigan State University online Medical Neuroscience Certificate Program will provide post-baccalaureate credentials and career development for students seeking to improve their academic profile or employment qualifications. The graduate program is aimed at students interested in applying to graduate or professional school and individuals working in the pharmaceutical or medical device industries. The health care field is changing with new medical research advancing scientific knowledge at a rapid pace, and our program aims at helping students to navigate developments in the field of neuroscience.
Admission to graduate or professional schools has become a complex and highly competitive process. Changes to admission exams, like the MCAT, shifts focus from testing what the applicants know to testing how they apply and use what they know. Our program will give students the skills to think critically, work in teams, and communicate effectively, all important skills necessary for success in graduate school, professional school, or industry.
By obtaining the Medical Neuroscience graduate certificate, students will be able to do the following:
A graduate certificate in Medical Neuroscience from Michigan State University can impact your career advancement and professional development in multiple ways:
Dr. Casey Henley is an Assistant Professor and the Director of Online Programs in the Michigan State University Neuroscience Program. Her work focuses on creating successful online learning environments by implementing evidence-based teaching practices and using technology to improve student outcomes.
NEU 841 - Medical Neuroscience (3 Credits)
NEU 846 - Neurobiology of Nervous System Disorders (3 Credits)
NEU 842 - Neuroethics (3 Credits)
NEU 844 - The Science and Ethics of Brain Interventions (3 Credits)
NEU 847 - Development of the Nervous System (3 Credits)
PHM 431 - Pharmacology of Drug Addiction (3 Credits)
NEU 843 - Methods for Assessing the Nervous System (3 Credits)
Students must complete the core classes, and choose six elective credits.
June 1st
October 15th
The Michigan State University online Medical Neuroscience Certificate Program will provide post-baccalaureate credentials and career development for students seeking to improve their academic profile or employment qualifications. The graduate program is aimed at students interested in applying to graduate or professional school and individuals working in the pharmaceutical or medical device industries. The health care field is changing with new medical research advancing scientific knowledge at a rapid pace, and our program aims at helping students to navigate developments in the field of neuroscience.
Admission to graduate or professional schools has become a complex and highly competitive process. Changes to admission exams, like the MCAT, shifts focus from testing what the applicants know to testing how they apply and use what they know. Our program will give students the skills to think critically, work in teams, and communicate effectively, all important skills necessary for success in graduate school, professional school, or industry.
By obtaining the Medical Neuroscience graduate certificate, students will be able to do the following:
A graduate certificate in Medical Neuroscience from Michigan State University can impact your career advancement and professional development in multiple ways:
Dr. Casey Henley is an Assistant Professor and the Director of Online Programs in the Michigan State University Neuroscience Program. Her work focuses on creating successful online learning environments by implementing evidence-based teaching practices and using technology to improve student outcomes.
NEU 841 - Medical Neuroscience (3 Credits)
NEU 846 - Neurobiology of Nervous System Disorders (3 Credits)
NEU 842 - Neuroethics (3 Credits)
NEU 844 - The Science and Ethics of Brain Interventions (3 Credits)
NEU 847 - Development of the Nervous System (3 Credits)
PHM 431 - Pharmacology of Drug Addiction (3 Credits)
NEU 843 - Methods for Assessing the Nervous System (3 Credits)
Students must complete the core classes, and choose six elective credits.
June 1st
October 15th
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