Why ODU for MHPE certificate online?

Teaching in medical and health professions education requires intentional design, evidence-based methods, and practical application. The Medical & Health Professions Education Teaching Certificate prepares educators to plan instruction, develop curriculum, and assess learning outcomes in academic and clinical settings.

In this program, you will:

  • Explore the learning sciences and how they shape educational environments
  • Apply instructional design principles to real-world teaching scenarios
  • Develop and evaluate assessments aligned with learner needs and outcomes
  • Complete a virtual practicum where you will design a fully developed online course as part of a faculty team

This program is ideal for current or aspiring educators who teach students, residents, or other health professionals and who contribute to curriculum planning, revision, or evaluation.

When you complete this certificate, you will be equipped to lead teaching initiatives, contribute to curriculum development, and improve learning outcomes across health professions education.

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Program Information

Total
9-12 Credit Hours

You will take three required courses to complete the MHPE Teaching certificate:

  • Contexts of Teaching and Learning
  • Designing Educational Experiences
  • Practicum

Explore Courses in the Graduate Catalog

This online graduate MPHE certificate in Teaching is ideal for current and aspiring educators in medical and health professions who want to plan instruction, develop curriculum and assess learning in academic and clinical settings.

Ideal applicants include:

  • Clinicians, preceptors and residency or fellowship educators seeking evidence-based teaching and assessment skills.
  • Faculty, lecturers and course directors aiming to strengthen instructional design and program evaluation.
  • Education specialists or academic program coordinators who support course development, assessment and accreditation.
  • Professionals preparing to design or teach online courses and lead teaching initiatives.

Access course materials online from any location. Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Peggy E. Gesing, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
GesingME@odu.edu
757-446-0524

Robert K. Armstrong
Assistant Professor
Sentara Center for Simulation and Immersive Learning at EVMS: Professional Skills Center
armstrrk@odu.edu
757-446-7121

Amanda K. Burbage, Ph.D.(she/her)
Assistant Professor
Medical and Health Professions Education
burbagak@odu.edu
757.446.0598

Diane R. Holland, MPA, MHRM
Director, Training and Workforce Development
Community Health, Education, and Training
hollandr@odu.edu
757.446.6089

Kara A. Kelton
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
keltonka@odu.edu
757-446-0524

Laura R. Soulsby, PhD
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
soulsblr@evms.edu

Jennifer L. Styron, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Sentara Center for Simulation and Immersive Learning at EVMS: Professional Skills Center
styronjl@odu.edu
757-446-8457

Tiffany S. Wiggins, PhD
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
wiggints@evms.edu

Total
9-12 Credit Hours

You will take three required courses to complete the MHPE Teaching certificate:

  • Contexts of Teaching and Learning
  • Designing Educational Experiences
  • Practicum

Explore Courses in the Graduate Catalog

This online graduate MPHE certificate in Teaching is ideal for current and aspiring educators in medical and health professions who want to plan instruction, develop curriculum and assess learning in academic and clinical settings.

Ideal applicants include:

  • Clinicians, preceptors and residency or fellowship educators seeking evidence-based teaching and assessment skills.
  • Faculty, lecturers and course directors aiming to strengthen instructional design and program evaluation.
  • Education specialists or academic program coordinators who support course development, assessment and accreditation.
  • Professionals preparing to design or teach online courses and lead teaching initiatives.

Access course materials online from any location. Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Peggy E. Gesing, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
GesingME@odu.edu
757-446-0524

Robert K. Armstrong
Assistant Professor
Sentara Center for Simulation and Immersive Learning at EVMS: Professional Skills Center
armstrrk@odu.edu
757-446-7121

Amanda K. Burbage, Ph.D.(she/her)
Assistant Professor
Medical and Health Professions Education
burbagak@odu.edu
757.446.0598

Diane R. Holland, MPA, MHRM
Director, Training and Workforce Development
Community Health, Education, and Training
hollandr@odu.edu
757.446.6089

Kara A. Kelton
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
keltonka@odu.edu
757-446-0524

Laura R. Soulsby, PhD
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
soulsblr@evms.edu

Jennifer L. Styron, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Sentara Center for Simulation and Immersive Learning at EVMS: Professional Skills Center
styronjl@odu.edu
757-446-8457

Tiffany S. Wiggins, PhD
Teacher
Medical and Health Professions Education, PhD or EdD
wiggints@evms.edu

Cost & Aid

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Calculating Cost
In-state Virginia Residents
$486 per credit hour*
Out-of-State Students
$817 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2025 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 
 

Careers

Health professions education relies on skilled instructors who can create meaningful learning experiences in clinical and academic settings.

Career paths for certificate holders include:

  • Faculty member or lecturer in health professions education
  • Clinical educator or preceptor
  • Curriculum developer or instructional designer
  • Academic program coordinator
  • Teaching and learning consultant in health sciences
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Growth
18.8%
Median Salary
$105,650
Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Growth
2.9%
Median Salary
$102,610
Instructional Coordinators
Growth
1.8%
Median Salary
$74,620

Ready to Apply?

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Additional requirements for International applications include a course-by-course evaluation of foreign transcripts (WES or ECE preferred), TOEFL scores (if applicable), and translated transcripts if not originally in English.

Explore all admission requirements in the Graduate Catalog.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the cohort is filled.