The Clinical Embryology certificate provides training in the skills used in in-vitro fertilization (IVF), to certify the level of ability in the assessment of parameters of gametes and embryos and build increased competence in the IVF laboratories. This 10-credit hour certificate lasts three semesters starting in the Fall and ending in the following year's Summer.

This program is ideal if you:

This certificate is designed for the broad range of healthcare professionals involved in treating the infertile couple that proceeds to ART. Those new to the IVF field will be better prepared for laboratory work after completing the technology class. Students with a variety of skill levels in some areas will gain exposure to more skills training. The certificate is open to all US and international students.

Internal Transfer Credits: Students taking courses in and completing Clinical Embryology may apply to transfer these course credits into the Reproductive Clinical Science - Embryology & Andrology (M.S.) program. A grade of 'B' or better is required for each transferred course. If accepted into the program, approved internal transfer courses will be included on the student's transcript and will be used to calculate the cumulative GPA for the master’s degree.

Admission and tuition

Learn more about the admission requirements, application process, and the tuition and fees associated with this program.

Course requirements

Course number Name Credit hours Semester
RCS 703 Female Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility 3 Fall
RCS 706 Gametes & Embryos 3 Spring
RCS 715 Ethics, Society & ART 1 Spring
RCS 701 Introduction IVF, Laboratory Tech and Skills Development 3 Summer
  Total Credit Hours 10