Endocrinology Specialty

9 credit hours (minimum), including 168 clinical hours

The endocrinology specialty offers students the opportunity to have advanced training in the care of individuals with diabetes and other endocrine conditions. The distance-based coursework includes evidence-based guidelines from the American Diabetes Association, Endocrine Society and American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, incorporating the latest knowledge in the field. On-campus intensives provide students the opportunity to engage with faculty and practicing clinicians and inquire about novel research and innovative practice. In the synthesis course, students will work directly with clinicians practicing in endocrinology across a variety of clinical settings.