Genomic Technologies in Clinical Diagnostics: Next Generation Sequencing

New technologies are bringing about exciting and significant changes in clinical practice. No more need to look down at the microscope to find chromosome abnormalities. Instead, chromosome analysis at a genomic level is possible. The evaluation of the fetal DNA in maternal milk has been made possible by Invasive Down syndrome testing during pregnancy. Instead of focusing on one gene at a time, we can sequence all our genes simultaneously in a single experiment. Royal College of Pathologists approved the course for distance learning continuing professional development (CPD), for 10 CPD credit. This course is a combination of Genomic Technologies in Clinic Diagnostics: Molecular Techniques and a postgraduate-level course. It will teach you how to understand and apply these genetic technologies in clinical practice.

This course is focused on genomic sequencing. You will be able: Both Genomic Technologies and Clinical Diagnostics courses draw upon the expertise of St George's University of London experts in clinical genetics. These courses will give you the opportunity to complete module 1 of PGCert In Interpretation and Clinical Applications of Genomic Data (PGCert ICAG). You must be a UK-based genetics trainee and have a national training number in clinical genetics to apply for the PGCert. You will be able to apply for St George's if you have successfully completed both FutureLearn courses and earned a Certificate of Achievement.