Program for Educators in Health Professions
- Harvard Macy Institute

- Blended
One week virtual (October), monthly continuity sessions, one week in-person (May)
Please see more program fee information below.
Continuing Education Credits
29 credits Fall, 9.50 credits Winter, and 28.75 credits Spring AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
A Certificate of Completion is also awarded.
8 Months
A longitudinal, project based program culminating in a poster presentation
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Overview
This eight-month longitudinal professional development program is designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in health professions education. With a strong foundation in educator competencies, the program empowers health care professionals to thrive as effective teachers, adaptive leaders, and innovative change agents in dynamic clinical and academic environments. Participants engage in a comprehensive curriculum that promotes educational innovation, career advancement, self-awareness, professional networking, and the development of impactful educational projects.
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate and apply evidence-based teaching strategies to enhance adult learning
- Strategically design and implement effective curricular changes that anticipate and adapt to evolving educational needs
- Utilize leadership techniques that foster a culture of acceptance and readiness for change
- Develop and implement strategic plans for sustainable educational innovation within institutions
- Assess and report the impact of educational innovation, using insights to guide future advancements
- Reflect on one’s career path and professional development, embracing lifelong growth and adaptability as an educational leader
About the Program
Grounded in six core themes—Educational Theory & Practice, Curriculum Design, Scholarship of Teaching & Learning, Leadership & Change Management, Innovation, and Personal & Professional Growth—the curriculum addresses the multifaceted nature of educational leadership in health care. Participants strengthen their instructional approaches using evidence-based methods, design and refine meaningful curricula, engage in scholarly teaching practices, and build the leadership capabilities necessary to navigate complex systems. The program also nurtures personal reflection and strategic career planning, enabling participants to become transformative leaders in the field of health professions education.
Program Format
The program consists of two immersive week long sessions: a five-day virtual fall session (Part I) and a five-day in-residence spring session (Part II) at Harvard Medical School, bridged by monthly virtual continuity sessions in between.
Who Should Apply
Ideal for early- to mid-career health professionals engaged in teaching, curriculum development, or educational leadership, this course is designed for those looking to strengthen their educator skill set, grow as leaders, and advance their careers in academic medicine or health professions education.
2025-2026 Program Dates
Fall session: October 6-10, 2025
Monthly Continuity Sessions:
November 12, 2025 | 3:00-5:00pm ET
December 10, 2025 | 3:00-5:00pm ET
January 14, 2026 | 3:00-5:00pm ET
February 11, 2026 | 3:00-5:00pm ET
March 11, 2026 | 3:00-5:00pm ET
April 8, 2026 | 3:00-5:00pm ET
Spring session: May 4-8, 2026
Program Faculty
Sarah K. Wood
MD, FAAP
- Director of the Harvard Macy Institute
- Program Co-Director, Program for Educators in Health Professions
- Program Co-Director, Training to Teach in Medicine

Holly Gooding
MD, MsC
- Associate Dean for Professional Development and Education, Emory University School of Medicine
Adam Rodman, MD, MPH, FACP
General Internist and Hospitalist, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Co-director, Media and Education Delivery Initiative, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School
Adams’s academic interests include digital education, clinical reasoning, and human-computer interaction. In addition to his research, Adam hosts a podcast called Bedside Rounds that discusses medical history, and he recently published his first book, "Short Cuts: Medicine.”
Monica Higgins, MBA, PhD
Kathleen McCartney Professor of Education Leadership, Harvard Graduate School of Education
Monica is the Kathleen McCartney professor of education leadership at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She focuses her research and teaching on areas of leadership development, organizational change, entrepreneurship, teams, and strategic human resources management. She is a member of the Public Education Leadership Project and leads the Scaling for Impact initiative. In addition to her teaching, Monica has published several books on many different topics, ranging from leadership development in the biotechnology industry to women in leadership in K-12 education.
Program Fee
Program fees do not include airfare, accommodation, meals, or educational materials. Review Cancellation Policy
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Application Deadline: May 27, 2026 | $6,800 |
"This program has affirmed that I really love teaching medicine. I have been so inspired, impressed, and motivated by the content we are exposed to in the program."
Interview with Program for Educators in Health Professions Alumnus Elorm Avakame
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