Medical Science Liaison & Medical Affairs Certificate
Medical Science Liaison & Medical Affairs Certificate
Bridge the Gap Between Medicine and Industry
Medical Science Liaison & Medical Affairs Certificate
Gain the skills to interpret research, navigate compliance, and lead in pharma and biotech.
100% Online
CME Credits
Doctoral Courses
Medical Science Liaison & Medical Affairs Certificate
The Medical Science Liaison & Medical Affairs Certificate at the University of Lynchburg prepares you to step confidently into high-impact roles in medical affairs, compliance, and strategic communications.Â
Through this program you can meet the growing demand for highly skilled professionals who can bridge the gap between clinical knowledge and industry application in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Gain insight into clinical trial design and FDA submission processes, refine your ability to communicate complex clinical and compliance information with diverse stakeholders, and develop practical strategies to assess and reduce risk. You’ll also learn to interpret pharmaceutical research and translate trial data into meaningful, real-world decisions for healthcare delivery and drug development.
This certificate is available through the University of Lynchburg Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) or Doctor of Executive Leadership (DEL) programs. It serves as an excellent introduction to these doctoral programs or can complement and expand your current or previous doctoral studies.
Instruction Method:
- 100% Online and AsynchronousÂ
Prerequisite:
- Prior completion of a master’s degree.
Curriculum and Resources
2025-26 Academic Year Information
Medical Science Liaison & Medical Affairs Certificate Curriculum
- PA 921/DEL 921 — Strategic Communications (3)
- PA 922/DEL 922 — Corporate Compliance (3)
- PA 924/DEL 924 — Special Topics in Pharmacology (3)
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Total Hours Required: 9*
*For those enrolling in a certificate program who have not previously completed the University of Lynchburg Doctor of Medical Science or Doctor of Executive Leadership, an additional 1 credit doctoral writing course is required.
Medical Science Liaison & Medical Affairs Certificate Faculty
Anthony D. Poole ’22 DMSc, PA-C
Blake Rogers ’23 DMSc, PA-C
Bobby Cockram ’20 DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Bryn L. Kroto ’25 DMSc, PA-C
Christina M. Robohm-Leavitt ’20 DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Dakoda Farrington DMSc, PA-C
Dave Mittman, DMSc (Hon), PA, DFAAPA
David Andrew Porter ’19 DMSc, PA-C, EM-CAQ, CHFP
Debra S. Munsell, DHSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Elijah Salzer ’20 DMSc, PA-C, NYSAFE, C-EFM
Eric Holden, DHSc, PA-C, EMT-P
Everett Allen ’22 DMSc, MPH, MHS, PA-C, CAQ-Psych
Frank Caruso ’19 DMSc, PA-C, EMT-P
Gabrielle Poole ’21 DMSc, PA-C
Greer O. Trainham ’22 MPAM, ’23 DMSc, PA-C
Jay C. Somers, DHSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Jon B. Christensen ’22 DMSc, PA-C, CCP-C, TP-C, FAWM, FEWM,...
Lawrence Herman ’20 DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Megan E. Fulton, DMSc, PA-C
Mike Cohen, DHSc, JD, PA-C
Nikoleta Delis ’22 DMSc, PA-C
Raquelle Akavan ’24 DMSc, PA-C
Sandra Keavey, DHSc, PA-C
Sarah Bolander ’20 DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Stephen Lewia Jr. ’18 MPAM, ’20 DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-EM...
Thomas Colletti, DHSc, MPAS, PA-C Emeritus, DFAAPA
Vickie Beloy ’22 DMSc, PA-C
Anthony D. Poole ’22 DMSc, PA-C
Blake Rogers ’23 DMSc, PA-C
Bobby Cockram ’20 DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Bryn L. Kroto ’25 DMSc, PA-C
Christina M. Robohm-Leavitt ’20 DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Dakoda Farrington DMSc, PA-C
Dave Mittman, DMSc (Hon), PA, DFAAPA
David Andrew Porter ’19 DMSc, PA-C, EM-CAQ, CHFP
Debra S. Munsell, DHSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Elijah Salzer ’20 DMSc, PA-C, NYSAFE, C-EFM
Eric Holden, DHSc, PA-C, EMT-P
Everett Allen ’22 DMSc, MPH, MHS, PA-C, CAQ-Psych
Frank Caruso ’19 DMSc, PA-C, EMT-P
Gabrielle Poole ’21 DMSc, PA-C
Greer O. Trainham ’22 MPAM, ’23 DMSc, PA-C
Jay C. Somers, DHSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Jon B. Christensen ’22 DMSc, PA-C, CCP-C, TP-C, FAWM, FEWM,...
Lawrence Herman ’20 DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Megan E. Fulton, DMSc, PA-C
Mike Cohen, DHSc, JD, PA-C
Nikoleta Delis ’22 DMSc, PA-C
Raquelle Akavan ’24 DMSc, PA-C
Sandra Keavey, DHSc, PA-C
Sarah Bolander ’20 DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Stephen Lewia Jr. ’18 MPAM, ’20 DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-EM...
Thomas Colletti, DHSc, MPAS, PA-C Emeritus, DFAAPA
Vickie Beloy ’22 DMSc, PA-C
Graduate Tuition
Below is an overview of the cost of the program:
Medical Science Liaison & Medical Affairs Certificate
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Credit Hours: 9
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Estimated Cost of Completion: $7,326
Madeline Jefferson
- Theatre honor society presents ‘I am Frankenstein’ April 17-18
- Historic Sandusky, Potter Lecture Fund present ‘The Black Boatmen of Central Virginia’
- Men’s Lacrosse Alumni Association fundraising for new locker room on GiveDays, April 15-16
- Historian, author to speak at University of Lynchburg Commencement
- Sonia V. Otte, ’22 DMSc, MMS, PA-C































