Genomic Medicine and Research: A Community Approach

Online Course

Future Learn
Genomic Medicine and Research: A Community Approach

What is the course about?

Genomic Medicine and Research: A Community Approach
The course Genomic Medicine and Research: A Community Approach is an online class provided by University of Exeter through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Learn how translational research in genomics can deliver health, social, and scientific benefits to communities.

Course description
  • Explore the benefits of a community approach to genomic medicine and research
  • 3 weeks
  • Translational research has shown the benefits of using a community-focussed approach to healthcare. This course shares these benefits and raises awareness of community genetics as a field of medicine. Amish communities and families affected by inherited disorders are given as an example.
  • On this course, you will explore the skills needed for translational research work and understand the meaning of community genetics. You will also learn the value of whole genome sequencing in the community context and the importance of community-specific medical research to patients.
  • A range of rare inherited diseases, and their genetic basis
  • What we mean by the term ‘Community Genetics’
  • Mechanisms and methodology for investigating the genetic basis of rare diseases in a community setting
  • The use of whole genome analysis in the clinical management of patients within a community setting
  • The importance of understanding a patient’s ethnicity, family history and cultural beliefs and practices, in formulating a differential diagnosis and for ensuring equality of health care and special educational needs provision
  • Mechanisms for dissemination of research findings to ensure maximum community, and international, impact and benefits
  • This course is for research teams, clinicians and allied health and special educational needs workers and diagnostic facilities that work with families affected by inherited diseases.
  • University of Exeter
  • The University of Exeter is a Russell Group university. It combines world-class research with very high levels of student satisfaction.

Prerequisites & Facts

Genomic Medicine and Research: A Community Approach

Course Topic

Healthcare & Medicine, Pharmacy

University, College, Institution

University of Exeter

Course Skill Level

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

Degree & Cost

Genomic Medicine and Research: A Community Approach

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School: University of Exeter
Topic: Healthcare & Medicine, Pharmacy