Applied Health Outcomes Research Certificate

The Certificate in Applied Health Outcomes Research may be completed 100% online in one year. The program provides an opportunity to learn:

• Fundamental elements of outcomes research with real‐world data and evidence.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of evidence-based decision making including
  • Assessment of clinical and patient‐reported outcomes and patient satisfaction;
  • The impact of non‐clinical patient‐level factors on patient health;
  • The role of economic evaluation methods in assessing the cost effectiveness of pharmacological and non‐pharmacological treatments; and
  • The intended and unintended consequences of health policy decisions.

What is Applied Health Outcomes Research?

Health outcomes research is used to develop patient-centered best practices, practice guidelines, and cost-effective therapeutic and behavioral interventions, improve healthcare system performance, and inform policy. It is not restricted to just medicine or health services but encompasses a broad range of health measurements. It requires scientific knowledge and data-driven insights for informed decision making.

Career Opportunities in Outcomes Research

• Clinical Outcomes Manager
• Healthcare Administrators
• Health Outcomes Program Manager
• Pharmacoeconomist
• Practitioners
• Policymakers
• Research Analyst
• Other decision-makers charged with improving health outcomes for the individual, the population and society

What skills will I gain upon completion?

• Students can evaluate findings related to healthcare access, quality, utilization, treatments, and health outcomes in real-world settings.
• Students can conduct AOR projects.
• Students can drive healthcare policy decisions by applying evidence and data-driven practices.

Who should apply?

• Students and working professionals interested in becoming more specialized in this field or pursuing graduate programs.
• International students - Learn More Here

Admission Requirements and Application Procedures