Cell and Gene Therapy Essentials Certificate

The Cell and Gene Therapy Essentials Certificate provides students with the essential skills, knowledge, and preparation to enter the cell and gene therapy industry. Explores the steps involved in the manufacturing process, the equipment used, the regulatory aspects, and the current state and future of the field. Students will have hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and will be exposed to common techniques used in the manufacturing process. 

Success in the program is defined by your ability to apply what you’ve learned in real-world scenarios. This program ensures that every student achieves the following core competencies:

• Describe the applications of cell and gene therapy.
• Identify the existing FDA approved therapies and the ones in clinical trials.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow good documentation practices (GDP) and good manufacturing practices (GMP).
• Demonstrate the ability to follow correct aseptic technique and maintain cell cultures.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with AAV virus and perform transfections.
• Perform industry-specific techniques including ELISA, real-time PCR, and cell-based assays.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with cells in bags and tubing aseptically.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with AKTA go systems for viral purification.
• Explain flow cytometry principles and applications.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow a flow cytometry protocol.
• Demonstrate the ability to use Flo Jo software and analyze data.

Success starts with a solid plan. Your program's course sequence is designed to build your skills step-by-step. By following this plan, you ensure you're meeting all program requirements and staying on track.

Program Pathway