University of Maryland, College Park

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants typically need a bachelor's degree, preferably in a healthcare, clinical, or technical field, with demonstrated professional experience in healthcare or a related industry. Some programs may require a minimum GPA (3.0+) and relevant work experience in healthcare settings.

About This Program

This professional certificate empowers healthcare leaders to manage AI projects and leverage technology to improve patient outcomes and diagnostics.

Career Outcomes

Gain identify appropriate ai skills to advance as Product Analyst in Healthcare AI

• 1. Healthcare AI/ML Project Leader
• 2. Clinical Informatics Specialist
• 3. Healthcare Data Scientist
• 4. Health Systems Innovation Director

What You'll Learn

• Apply AI and machine learning methodologies to healthcare data, clinical workflows, and patient outcomes
• Develop translational AI/ML pipelines for real-world healthcare applications and decision support systems
• Navigate ethical considerations, bias mitigation, and responsible AI implementation in clinical environments
• Lead cross-functional teams in AI adoption, healthcare informatics projects, and data-driven organizational change

Curriculum Highlights

The series consists of four e-learning courses with synchronous sessions focused on AI applications and strategies within healthcare functions.

Top Employers

Common employers in healthcare AI leadership include major hospital systems (Johns Hopkins, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic), health insurance companies (United Healthcare, Anthem), health IT vendors (Epic, Cerner, Medidata), and government healthcare agencies (NIH, CMS, VA).

Admissions

Applicants typically need a bachelor's degree, preferably in a healthcare, clinical, or technical field, with demonstrated professional experience in healthcare or a related industry. Some programs may require a minimum GPA (3.0+) and relevant work experience in healthcare settings.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
• GRE/GMAT: Optional
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)