HMX Online Learning
Online education in key areas of medicine – from foundational science to advanced topics – to give learners of all backgrounds the knowledge needed to get ahead.
Foundational Topics
Covered through courses on biochemistry, genetics, immunology, pharmacology, and physiology
Advanced Courses
On cutting-edge topics like immuno-oncology, cancer genomics and precision oncology, and drug discovery and development
Short Courses
Featuring targeted lessons covering essential knowledge in AI in medicine and immunology
A unique approach to online learning in medical education
HMX courses are created by a highly skilled interdisciplinary team of Harvard Medical School educators and creative professionals to bring medical science concepts to life via real-world and clinical applications.
HMX courses are suitable for a variety of learners interested in advancing their expertise and understanding of medical science, including:
- Students who are considering or attending medical school or other health-related professional programs (nursing, pharmacy, PA) – including those at the high school, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels
- Professionals looking to improve knowledge for work on health care applications, projects, and research
- Curious learners with sufficient prerequisites (biology, chemistry, physics) who want to know more
Learn from a Trusted Source
Courses are led by Harvard Medical School faculty, working in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team of experts in biomedical visualization, assessment, and the science of learning to create a unique learning experience that will stay with you.
These are the same online courses taken by incoming Harvard Medical School students (including incoming medical, dental, and immunology graduate students) prior to starting school to prepare for their rigorous curriculum. HMX courses are also used in the new Harvard Medical School curriculum as part of a “flipped classroom” model of teaching.
Explore Courses
We deliver unique online education in key areas of medicine – from foundational science to advanced topics – to give learners of all backgrounds the knowledge needed to get ahead.
Cancer Genomics and Precision Oncology: The Genetic Basis of Cancer and its Treatment
- HMX Online Learning
- Online; Instructor-Paced
Biochemistry Fundamentals
- HMX Online Learning
- Online; Instructor-Paced
Immuno-oncology
- HMX Online Learning
- Online; Instructor-Paced
Clinical Drug Development: Clinical Trial Methodologies and Innovations
- HMX Online Learning
- Online; Instructor-Paced
Physiology Fundamentals
- HMX Online Learning
- Online; Instructor-Paced
Courses Designed With Learning in Mind
We offer a diverse range of courses designed to meet learners where they are—providing the knowledge and skills needed to advance their careers.
- Fundamental Courses
Build a strong base in medical science through in-depth, long-form courses covering foundational subjects such as biochemistry, genetics, immunology, pharmacology, and physiology that require 20-40 hours to complete. - Advanced Courses
Deepen your expertise on cutting-edge topics like immuno-oncology, cancer genomics and precision oncology, and drug discovery and development in courses designed to fit busy schedules and take approximately 10–20 hours to complete. - Short Courses
Quickly get up to speed on emerging topics such as AI in medicine and advancements in immunological therapies with focused lessons in concise courses that can be completed in just 3–4 hours.
Every HMX course is designed to be highly visual and interactive – bringing complex material to life through visually engaging explanations. Learn More About HMX Courses →
Looking to Give Your Organization an Edge?
Harvard Medical School offers a unique online learning experience for students and professionals who want to understand medical science – from essential concepts to cutting-edge applications. We offer group enrollments for teams or larger custom initiatives tailored to your organization’s goals.
HMX courses are recommended for companies that want to:
- Gain a competitive advantage by helping employees better understand the medical science needed to do their jobs more effectively
- Enable cross-functional teams to communicate and collaborate better
- Deliver a flexible, accessible learning experience to employees worldwide
- Enroll groups of 25+ to upskill teams together
And for institutions that want to:
- Prepare students to hit the ground running and get the most out of your courses
- Extend your school’s curriculum with online materials to augment or flip the classroom experience
- Bring fundamental principles and clinical applications to life for your students with interactive multimedia experiences and videos with real patients
- Feed forward into your own curriculum – benefit from rich analytics about students’ interactions and learning gains, points of confusion, and completion statistics
From Our Learners
Learners at all levels have taken HMX courses to get ahead in their education and careers.
"What I liked the most about [HMX] was it was very well-structured. The videos were so outstanding in explanations from the professors, and also I like that at the end of each module, you have a summary. It was very helpful."
Related Insights and Learner Stories
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As AI continues to evolve, we may see a shift in how organizations across industries derive insights from unstructured data, adding a powerful tool in decision-making processes.
Interview with HMX Participant Pietro Vercesi
"During the courses, you are exposed to an umbrella of topics that convey a much bigger learning experience, ensuring key elements are covered and well understood."
Health Care Insights for Corporate Learners: A Year in Review
Health care continued to evolve in transformational ways during 2023. As we look ahead, we reflect on the topics explored through our Corporate Learning Insights in 2023.
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