
Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge in a focused area or enhance your Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) experience, the University of Lynchburg’s doctoral-level certificate programs offer the flexibility and specialization to match your professional goals.
Each certificate can be completed as a standalone credential, making them ideal for licensed PAs seeking targeted expertise without committing to a full degree program. Alternatively, these certificates can be seamlessly integrated into your DMSc journey through the Doctor of Medical Science Plus (DMSc+) track, allowing you to customize your doctoral experience while earning valuable, career-advancing expertise.
Earn up to 20 AAPA Category 1 CME credits in each certificate course and 60 credits for each certificate! By completing coursework and post-course evaluations, students can earn both their certificate and significant continuing education credit.*
(*This activity has been reviewed by the AAPA Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 20 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid from 7/1/2024 to 8/1/2025. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. AAPA reference number: CME-2011616, 2011620, 2011608, 2011617. Participant name and contact information may be reported to the AAPA to maintain activity accreditation.).
4 Courses/12 Credit Hour Certificates:
- Addiction Medicine
- Behavioral Medicine
- Critical Care Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
- Hospital Medicine
- Integrative Medicine
- Obesity Medicine
3 Courses/9 Credit Hour Certificates:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare
- Emergency and Disaster Management
- Executive Leadership
- Extreme Medicine
- Global Health
- Healthcare Administration and Management
- Healthcare Law
- Humanitarian Medicine
- Medical Education
- Medical Science Liaison & Medical Affairs
- Public Health
Certificate Completion
Upon successful completion of a certificate program, students who meet the requirements may apply for admission to the DMSc—Medical Education Concentration, DMSc—Emergency Management and Global Health, DMSc—Administrative Medicine, DMSc—Behavioral Medicine, DMSc—Addiction Medicine, or the DMSc—Advanced Professional Practice Concentration.