A 35-week course on the principles and methods of biostatistics. Certificate in Applied Biostatistics
At a glance
Opportunity for
  • A comprehensive overview of study design and applied biostatistics
Eligibility
  • MD, PhD, or equivalent
  • Explicit involvement in basic science/clinical research
Time commitment
  • Two hours per week for 35 weeks
Funding level
  • Tuition-free
Session dates
  • September 21, 2012 - May 31, 2013 (Fridays from 9-11 am)
Application Due
  • 5pm on September 6, 2012
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The Harvard Catalyst Postgraduate Education Program in Clinical & Translational Science provides training to clinical investigators through a range of educational offerings. This course is part of the advanced curriculum and is designed for independent researchers.

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to biostatistics in medical research. The course includes a review of the most common techniques in the field, as well as the manner in which these techniques are applied in standard statistical software. At the conclusion of the course, participants will be able to choose an appropriate study design, calculate the sample size needed to complete a study, analyze the collected data, and communicate the results from their experiment.