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Overview
This Genetic Testing and Sequencing Technologies course offered by Harvard Medical School Online examines the rapid evolution of genetic testing and sequencing technologies and their growing role in healthcare and research. Participants explore commonly used testing platforms, diagnostic applications, screening approaches, and emerging technologies used to identify and evaluate genetic conditions. The programme highlights the strengths, limitations, and clinical implications of different testing methods while demonstrating how advances in the field are supporting more personalized healthcare.
Key Facts
Learners investigate cytogenetic techniques, sequencing platforms, data analysis procedures, variant identification, and innovative approaches such as DNA methylation testing, long-read sequencing, and single-cell sequencing. Through clinical examples, the course explores applications in diagnosis, reproductive screening, risk assessment, and precision medicine, while examining future developments in genomic healthcare.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Traditional Cytogenetics
- Microarray Diagnostics
- Biochemical Genetic Tests
- Diagnostic Genetic Testing
- Reproductive Genetic Testing
- Predictive Genetic Testing
- Prenatal Genetic Testing
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Boston, United States
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course builds on foundational science by exploring complex concepts through engaging biomedical visualizations, clinical applications, and real-world scenarios. To fully benefit from the material, participants are recommended to have prior knowledge of basic biology and genetics.
- This course is well-suited for clinicians, genetic counselors, laboratory professionals, and industry staff in diagnostics, pharma, and biotech who need to understand the capabilities and limitations of genetic and genomic tests.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1025 USD / full≈ 1025 USD / full - Out-of-State1025 USD / full≈ 1025 USD / full
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Domestic
Applies to youIn-State1025 USD / full≈ 1025 USD / full
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