Medical Education Administrator Certificate Program Workshops

Medical Student Administrator Certificate Program

The Medical Student Administrator Certificate Program is the core series of workshops and was developed to foster leadership amongst individuals responsible for managing clerkships and other medical education courses.  Being a leader in medical education does not require a title. What is important is one’s desire to make a difference. This is done by looking for opportunities to lead, not waiting for someone to ask. Look for what problems need solutions. Initiative is a prerequisite to influence. Be alert. Pay attention. Get involved.

This program was designed to guide individuals through a process of understanding their own mission and vision of their career, how that intersects with their organization, and how to contribute in a meaningful way. These workshops include:

Embracing Leadership Potential:  The objectives for this session are:
-Describe the importance of enhancing your career
-Discover key leadership concepts
-Explore your role as a leader in medical education
-Identify core values and career objectives

Exploring Individual Growth Potential and Communication Skills:  The objectives for this session are:
-Explore qualities, traits, skills, and preferences that can empower you to expand your individual growth potential
-Discuss the significance of communication within a team and with the medical students

Required for receiving a certificate:

Completion and presentation of a scholarly project or educational quality improvement project.

  • Projects should be new; past projects or projects presented before taking the workshop will not be accepted.
  • All project proposals must be submitted to Althea and Tiffany for approval prior to beginning the work.
LCME Workshop for Medical Education Professionals

Accreditation is an essential part of the medical education process. The Liaison Committee on Medical Education has many elements that relate to the clinical experiences for medical students. Therefore, familiarity with these elements is essential for the clerkship administrator.  This workshop addresses the following:

  • Who is the LCME?
  • What is included in LCME accreditation?
  • What is involved in an accreditation site visit?
  • What LCME elements pertain to clerkships?
  • How can accreditation requirements be integral in the day-to-day clerkship operations?
Workshop Schedules

FIRST Annual CGEA/AAMC Medical Education & Clerkship Administrators Certificate Program Research Day

  • November 5, 2026 (See flyer for details)

In-Person: Certificate Program

  • April 3, 2027: COMSEP 2027 Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA (Registration link: Coming soon!)
  • June 17, 2027: ADMSEP 2027 Annual Meeting, Salt Lake City, UT (Registration link: Coming soon!)

Virtual: Certificate Program

Process Improvement 101 Workshop

  • Workshop date TBA

LCME Workshop for Medical Education Professionals

  • Workshop date TBA
Program Information
Contact Information

Althea Scott (althea.scott@usuhs.edu) and Tiffany Swain (tiffany.r.swain@uth.tmc.edu)