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Professional Certificate

Genome Editing & Gene Therapy

Develop specialist knowledge of CRISPR-based genome editing, gene modification strategies and emerging therapeutic applications.

£549.00
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3 coursesOnline learningSelf-paced
Programme overview

Connect knowledge.
Deepen your expertise.

This programme brings together CRISPR/Cas technologies, experimental approaches to generating gene knock-out and knock-in models, and the principles underlying gene therapy. It addresses molecular mechanisms, experimental considerations, applications and challenges associated with targeted genetic modification and therapeutic gene delivery.

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Who this programme is for

Designed for curious minds

Molecular biologists, geneticists, biotechnology researchers, biomedical scientists and laboratory professionals.

Learning outcomes

What you will achieve

  • Explain the molecular principles and mechanisms of CRISPR/Cas genome editing.
  • Distinguish between gene knock-out, gene knock-in and other genetic modification strategies.
  • Describe experimental design considerations and methods for validating gene edits.
  • Examine the principles, applications and challenges of gene therapy.
  • Discuss scientific, technical and ethical considerations associated with genome editing and therapeutic genetic interventions.
Programme curriculum

Your connected learning pathway

Explore each included course and the knowledge it brings to your programme.

01
Course 1

CRISPR: Revolutionising Genome Editing

This advanced-level course is designed to develop an understanding of complex concepts related to genomics, particularly CRISPR/Cas technology and its applications in drug discovery, therapeutics, and beyond.

What you’ll learn
  • Learn complex and advanced concepts related to genomics and CRISPR/Cas technology.
  • Explore the wide-ranging applications of CRISPR/Cas, from healthcare to agriculture.
  • Understand the ethical considerations and lesser-known aspects of CRISPR/Cas.
  • Learn how to design your own CRISPR experiment.
  • Discover career opportunities in genome editing and related fields.
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02
Course 2

Creating Knock-out and Knock-in Using CRISPR/Cas9

This advanced course is designed for researchers planning gene knock-out and knock-in experiments using CRISPR/Cas9 across different cell lines. Divided into two segments—‘Creating Knock-out in E. coli’ and ‘Creating Knock-in Cell Lines’—it covers essential CRISPR/Cas9 concepts and prepares learners with the techniques and tools needed for successful lab execution.

What you’ll learn
  • Learn about the basic concepts of CRISPR/Cas9 technology.
  • Gain insight into the applications of CRISPR/Cas9 knock-out and knock-in cell lines.
  • Learn how to construct plasmids, donors, and guide vectors.
  • Learn how to transfect cells via electroporation.
  • Gain insight into mutagenesis and plasmid curing processes.
  • Learn about analytical methods, such as genotyping and direct sequencing, used to validate gene edits.
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03
Course 3

Gene Therapy

Gene therapy is one of the youngest and most innovative fields in modern medicine, offering a novel approach to treating a range of diseases. This course serves as an excellent introduction to the history of gene therapy, the various methods of gene transfer, both viral and non-viral, and the successful applications that have made their way into clinical practice. It also addresses the technical and ethical challenges associated with this rapidly evolving discipline.

What you’ll learn
  • Understand the fundamental principles and concepts behind gene therapy.
  • Learn about the various tools and techniques used in gene therapy.
  • Gain insight into the diseases treatable by gene therapy and explore notable success stories.
  • Understand the legal, economic, and ethical considerations surrounding gene therapy.
  • Explore the current state of germline modification, its technical challenges, and ethical dilemmas.
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Your achievement

Recognise your learning

Individual course certificates

Earn a certificate for each successfully completed CPD-accredited course.

CBEHx Professional Certificate

Complete all included courses to qualify for an additional consolidated programme certificate.

Support your professional development

Connect your knowledge

Study complementary scientific subjects together to build a broader understanding of the field.

Learn at your own pace

Fit online learning around your research, studies or professional commitments.

Recognise your learning

Keep your completed course certificates and programme certificate together in your learning space.

Our Students

Our students come from different organisations around the world including:

Organisations our students come from, as shown on the CBEHx home page

INNOVATION DRIVES SCIENCE FORWARD

We are proud to partner with the leading In2scienceUK. This is a step that drives us towards achieving our mission of empowering people with quality education and knowledge worldwide.

EMPOWERING PROGRESS THROUGH INNOVATION

Proud to provide specialised training to leading organisations worldwide.

Oxford Biomedica, CDI, Sangamo Therapeutics, ViennaLab and Animal & Plant Health Agency
Your next step

Enrol in this programme

One programme purchase

£549.00
  • All 3 included courses
  • Individual course certificates
  • Additional program certificate on completion
  • 365 days of course access

Enrolment will be available soon.

Annual membership

Go further with annual access

Eligible annual subscribers can access this programme alongside the wider course library.

£699.00 / year
  • Get 3 months free with annual access
  • Most learners complete 10–16 courses in 6 months
  • Serious learners choose annual
  • Build expertise across advanced bioscience topics with structured CPD learning
A little more clarity

Common questions

Will I receive a certificate for each course?

Yes. You will receive an individual CPD-accredited certificate for each successfully completed course. Once you have completed all courses in the programme, you will also receive an additional CBEHx Professional Certificate recognising the full learning pathway and its combined CPD learning hours. Read more in the Support Centre

Are the courses CPD-accredited?

Yes. Each course included in the programme is individually CPD-accredited. The additional consolidated Professional Certificate is issued by CBEHx and records the courses completed and their combined CPD learning hours. Read more in the Support Centre

Can my previous learning count?

No. Courses purchased or completed individually before enrolling in a Professional Certificate Programme do not count towards its requirements. To receive the consolidated CBEHx Professional Certificate, you must purchase the complete programme and successfully complete all included courses, or complete the requirements through an eligible annual subscription. Previously awarded individual course certificates remain valid. Read more in the Support Centre

Can I buy courses individually?

Yes. All constituent courses remain available for individual purchase. However, courses purchased individually do not count towards a Professional Certificate Programme, and individual purchases do not include the consolidated Professional Certificate. To earn it, purchase the complete programme or meet the requirements through an eligible annual subscription. Read more in the Support Centre

How long can I access the courses?

Standalone Professional Certificate purchases provide 12 months of course access from enrolment, subject to the published terms. If you access the courses through a subscription, access continues while your subscription remains active. Certificates already earned remain valid after access ends. Read more in the Support Centre