Jobs, Mentorship, Free Education
Many students are seeking opportunities in the Life Science industries so they can make a difference in the lives of patients around the world. If you are one of those students, then the Quality Science Education micro credential program can accelerate your pathway into these enriching and fulfilling careers.
Why Participate in This Program?
Michaela Perro, Clemson
I have had an overwhelming response for job interviews. This Quality Science certification has made all the difference for me!
Executives in the life science industries are seeking students to join their organizations who have a foundational education in Quality Science. In a world of rapid technological innovation, students will excel when armed with the critical thinking skills needed to make scientifically sound quality-based decisions. Through this program, you will be grounded in an understanding of “why,” so you have the confidence needed to navigate uncharted territory with agility, awareness and competence. Since every decision could impact patient health and safety, your ability to address challenges through a disciplined, clear, rational, and open-minded approach that is informed by evidence is highly desired by by your future employer.
What is the Cost? - FREE!
Who may participate for free? Students who are formally enrolled in a school/university when the Pathway semester classes begin, may participate for free. If you complete at least one course with Pathway, but graduate from your school/university before completing all 3 Pathway courses, you may continue in the program (free) for up to 2 consecutive semesters.
Cost to complete the courses: FREE
Resume Help and Professional Etiquette: FREE
Cost to participate in the Mentorship Program: FREE
Cost to participate in the Pathway Hiring Platform: FREE
Live Career Day sessions: FREE
Pathway for Patient Health is committed to your success in this program and beyond. Through the generosity of our Corporate Members, we are able to extend every aspect of this program to students free of charge. All we ask of you is your passion and commitment!
Companies seeking QSE Students for Internships and Jobs in the Pathway Hiring Platform
Enroll Today for the Upcoming Semester
Enrollment for the Summer Semester is open now through May 6th!
If you are interested in enrolling for the upcoming semester, please review the enrollment options and access the appropriate enrollment form.
Pathway Academic Calendar
To download the full Pathway Academic Calendar, which includes Semester Enrollment Dates and Semester Start/End Dates through 2028, click on the icon.
Questions? Please contact Ann Hinkle, Director of University Relations and Enrollment, at Ann.Hinkle@QualityChampions.org.
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FAQ’s
Kevin Broskie, Medtronic
Thank you for giving me an opportunity to be part of this outstanding program, which helped me achieve my goal of becoming a quality engineer. (The College of New Jersey)
What is the Curriculum?
Check out the detailed curriculum, including sample class videos: Quality Science Education Curriculum
Students: For students currently enrolled in high school or as a degree seeking student in a college/university, the Quality Science Education Micro Credential Program consists of 3 industry-developed courses, and 2 courses you take through your university (Business Acumen and Microbiology).
Non-Students: For Non-Students (i.e. industry professionals and non-students): Any industry experience you have will be taken into account, and as a result, the Business Acumen and Microbiology courses might be waived. In those cases, the Quality Science Education Micro Credential Program consists of the 3 industry-developed courses.
Duration: All 3 industry-developed courses are offered during the Spring, Summer and Fall semesters each year. Please check the Academic Calendar for course start and end dates.
Time Commitment: Plan on spending approximately 3-5 hours per week for each course, which includes class-time and assignments. Summer semester commitment is 5-7 hours per week due to the shortened semester.
How is the program offered? The program is an online, pre-recorded program that is run with a live cohort of students. The Professor holds live online classes to prepare for the midterm exam and final exam, engages with students on ideas and questions, and may provide opportunities for live industry sessions. Also, Contact Pathway to find out if your school is offering the program for academic credit or to see if your company is a Corporate Member where a course discount will be applied.
What is the Mentorship Program?
Students: You will have an opportunity to be paired with an industry member who has a background based on interests you express when you sign up for the program. You will complete a short self-reflection to guide your discussion, and will have one 2 hour meeting with your mentor.
Industry Professionals: We encourage you to take the opportunity to mentor one of our students currently in school. This is a volunteer opportunity for you to have an impact on the future career path of the next generation of professionals. We hear from our mentors that this program is extremely rewarding to them as well! Here is a link to Volunteer.
You may both decide to continue the relationship!
What is the Outcome? Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive certification from Pathway that can be designated after your name as “CQSP” - Certified Quality Science Professional. Our goal is also for your hiring success through the Pathway Hiring Platform!
What is the Pathway Hiring Platform and how is it different than Handshake, Indeed or other platforms? The Pathway Hiring Platform is available only to QSE students seeking internship and job opportunities, and Pathway Corporate Members who are hiring. Pathway Corporate Members are actively seeking candidates who have an understanding of quality science, and the platform provides them access to only those individuals. This helps them refine their search to highly qualified candidates and helps students be recognized for their unique credentials as a QSE student!
Questions?
To get started, Contact Us with questions you might have, or go ahead and Enroll Today!
Our Goal
To accelerate your pathway into the most in-demand industries through a free science-based micro credential in the field of Quality Science with linkage to paid internship and employment opportunities all over the world!