Summer Program in Clinical Effectiveness
The PCE is designed for individuals seeking advanced training in clinical and population-based research, including healthcare professionals, clinical investigators, scientists, and other professionals engaged in health-related research and evaluation. A joint program between Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health & Harvard Medical School.
Who Should Apply
Those seeking advanced training in quantitative and analytic skills for clinical, population-based research, or health services research, or those interested in health policy or health care administration, such as:
- Healthcare Professionals
- Clinical Investigators
- Scientists
Ideally applicants should have:
- A mentored environment to apply the skills learned
- A position in a hospital or medical school
- Minimal clinical responsibilities during the 6-week course
Applicants must hold a master’s, doctoral, or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant field. Examples of relevant degrees include, but are not limited to, MD, MBBS, MB Bch, DO, DDS, DMD, DNP, DVM, PharmD, PsyD, PhD, ScD, MS, MSN, DNP, MSW, and other advanced degrees.
Typically, PCE applicants have completed their residency training; however, those who are in a residency program with dedicated research time are encouraged to apply. The PCE cannot be completed by those currently in medical school.