HPEd Teaching & Learning Certificate of Completion

Program Overview

The HPEd Teaching & Learning Certificate of Completion is an online program designed for clinician educators and new faculty. It focuses on improving educational practices through a deeper understanding of teaching, learning, and educational effectiveness. The program consists of three 3-credit courses and can be completed in a flexible schedule. Completion grants a certificate of completion and can be applied towards a Master's degree in Health Professions Education.

Program Outline

HPEd Teaching & Learning Certificate of Completion

Degree Overview:

Overview:

• Online program designed for clinician educators and new faculty.
• Focuses on improving educational practices through a deeper understanding of teaching, learning, and educational effectiveness.
• Interprofessional approach to teaching and learning.

Objectives:

• Apply principles of instructional design.
• Evaluate assessment techniques for instructional effectiveness.
• Adapt design and assessment best practices for effective instruction in academic or clinical settings.

Description:

• 9-credit program with 3 3-credit courses.
• Project-based courses for applying learning while advancing skills.
• Flexible schedule for working professionals.
• Completion grants a certificate of completion.

Outline:

Content:

• HE-712 Foundations in Teaching and Learning
• HE-713 Foundations of Educational Effectiveness
• HE-741 or 3 credits of electives

Structure:

• Fully online program.
• Self-paced with weekly deadlines.
• Project-based learning.
• Completion of 3 courses.

Course Schedule:

• Courses offered throughout the year.

Individual Modules:

• HE-712 Foundations in Teaching and Learning: Introduces principles of adult learning, instructional design, and assessment strategies.
• HE-713 Foundations of Educational Effectiveness: Explores methods for evaluating teaching, learning, and curriculum effectiveness.
• HE-741 Curriculum Development: Focuses on needs assessment, learning objectives, and curriculum design and evaluation.

Assessment:

• Formative Assessments:
• Regular assignments and feedback throughout the course.
• Projects related to course content.
• Summative Assessments:
• Final examinations for each course.
• Major project demonstrating application of learned skills.
• Criteria:
• Understanding of course content.
• Application of knowledge and skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Effective communication and collaboration.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Online modules with readings, videos, and discussion forums.
• Asynchronous discussions with faculty and peers.
• Project-based learning activities.
• Individualized feedback from faculty.
• Faculty:
• Experts in health professions education from MGH Institute of Health Professions and Harvard Macy Institute.
• Unique Approaches:
• Interprofessional focus on teaching and learning.
• Emphasis on practical application of skills.
• Flexible schedule for working professionals.

Careers:

• Improved teaching skills for healthcare professionals.
• Eligibility for teaching positions in academic or clinical settings.
• Preparation for leadership roles in health professions education.

Other:

• Completion of the certificate can be applied towards a Master's degree in Health Professions Education.
• Alumni report increased quality of teaching and improved career opportunities.
• Program provides ongoing support to graduates and fosters a strong community of learners.
It is important to note that some of the details, such as specific course content and deadlines, may be subject to change.