Nov 05, 2024  
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Biostatistics, Graduate Certificate*


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General Program Information


David Shoham, Ph.D., M.S.P.H., Chair, Graduate Coordinator
College of Public Health
Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
Lamb Hall 351
Email: shoham@etsu.edu
Phone: (423) 439-4477

The Graduate Biostatistics Certificate is a 13-credits 100% online program housed in the ETSU College of Public Health, Biostatistics and Epidemiology Department. 

This program provides access to a selection of master level courses in biostatistics for students wanting to earn a robust, applied skill set in a short timeframe.     

Our students are online learners seeking to explore biostatistics’ career potential or further their professional effectiveness. Many of our certificate graduates continue their studies by enrolling in our MPH programs.  

Admission to the Program


In addition to the admissions criteria set by the ETSU Graduate School, the following is required:

  1. a resume or curriculum vitae,
  2. a statement of interest, and
  3. a virtual interview.

Factors considered in the admission decision include the applicant’s educational goals and demonstrated ability to succeed in the program.

Program of Study


The program of study consists of four (4) courses. Two (2) are required courses and the other two (2) are elective courses students will select from a list of Advisor Approved Electives.

Articulation Agreement


Students who have completed the Biostatistics Graduate Certificate and subsequently are admitted into the MPH in Biostatistics may have up to thirteen (13) of the certificate credits applied toward the degree program of study.

Biostatistics, Graduate Certificate Requirements: 13 credits


Core Courses 7 credits
Advisor Approved Electives 6 credits
TOTAL 13 credits

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