Genetic Testing and Sequencing Technologies
- HMX
Group Enrollment Option A program that is a popular choice for organizations and institutions to purchase in bulk.
Explore recent advances in genetic testing and learn about the implications for patient care.
- Online; Instructor-Paced
Lessons are released weekly and remain available until the course ends.
$1,025
Enroll early to receive 10% off. Multi-course bundle pricing is also available.
Early Registration Deadline:
Certificate
There are two certification levels, based on participant scores: Certificate of Achievement; Certificate of Completion
10 Weeks, 1-2 Hours/Week
Most people can expect to spend around 15–20 hours total, but this depends on your baseline knowledge and how carefully you take notes.
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Overview
The field of genetic testing is expanding and evolving at an incredible rate, due to our growing knowledge of genetic conditions, dropping costs, and higher demand. This rapid expansion has dramatically changed how we diagnose and screen for genetic conditions, who we test, and how informative the results are. Learning about the recent advances in genetic testing and sequencing technologies has important implications for anyone working in health care and related sectors.
In this advanced HMX course, you will learn about the key developments in genetic testing and sequencing technologies, and their profound impact on health care and research sectors. Examine widely used genetic testing platforms, including traditional cytogenetics and sequencing methods (such as Sanger sequencing and sequencing by synthesis), as well as innovative technologies like DNA methylation testing and long-read sequencing. Through clear examples of the clinical applications of these technologies, such as for diagnosing and screening for genetic conditions, you will build an understanding of the strengths and limitations of each approach, as well as the clinical repercussions. Explore how further advancements could lead to enhanced, personalized health care solutions with this engaging, online course.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about the commonly used genetic testing platforms and their clinical applications
- See how genetic testing is applied in clinical settings to diagnose and screen for genetic conditions
- Get an inside look at sequencing technologies and emerging genetic tests
- Learn how improved genetic testing can lead to better health care and precision medicine
Participant Types
Clinicians and other medical professionals; researchers in biomedicine and industry sectors; professionals in biotechnology and health care-related fields
About the Course
HMX online courses bring complex material to life through engaging biomedical visualizations, clinical applications, and true-to-life scenarios paired with lectures from Harvard Medical School faculty and leading experts.
Who Should Apply
This advanced course is appropriate for medical professionals who are seeking to gain comprehensive insights into both recent technologies and ongoing uses of earlier technologies; researchers in biomedicine, biotechnology, or a related field who are likely to use genetic testing and/or genetic sequencing technologies in their work; professionals in managerial or sales-related roles in the clinical sector who are looking for a systematic approach to learn how genetic testing and sequencing technologies work and are used in practice.
Course Format
Most people can expect to spend around 15–20 hours total, but this depends on your baseline knowledge, how carefully you take notes, and how seriously you take the assessments. Lessons from the courses are released toward the beginning of the course session and remain available until the courses end, so you can work at your own pace. There is a final exam at the end of each course that can be taken at any time during the multi-week final exam period. The flexible course format makes this an ideal choice for working professionals.
Group Enrollments
HMX courses are ideal for organizations looking to train teams or larger groups. Group pricing is available, making it a cost-effective investment in team development.
Faculty
HMX 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.
Caity Anderson
PhD
- Research Associate in Genetics, Harvard Medical School
- Curriculum Fellow in Online Learning
David Miller
MD, PhD
- Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School
- Medical Geneticist, Boston Children's Hospital
Mark Daly, PhD, Associate Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School / Geneticist, Massachusetts General Hospital
Christine DeGennaro, PhD, Lecturer in Genetics, Harvard Medical School (former)
Amit Khera, MD, MSc, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School / Cardiologist, Massachusetts General Hospital
Cynthia Morton, PhD, Professor of Pathology, Harvard Medical School / Medical Geneticist, Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Anne O’Donnell Luria, MD, PhD, Instructor in Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School / Medical Geneticist, Boston Children’s Hospital
Michelle Pacione, EdM, MS, LCGC, Genetic Counselor, Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Timothy Yu, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School / Neurologist, Boston Children’s Hospital
Course Quiz
Are you ready for an advanced course? We recommend knowledge of basic chemistry, biology, and physics, as well as knowledge of key genetics concepts. Gauge your knowledge of pharmacology by taking this short quiz.
From Our Learners
Hear from HMX students as they share their experiences learning online with Harvard Medical School.
"I particularly liked the clinical linkage section of every module, which delved into real-life applications and cases about the material given. This helped better contextualize the theoretical concepts I learned through benefits delivered to patients."
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