Options Henda can pursue while continuing her clinical research coordinator role — sorted by how directly they build on her current work.
The most natural step from a CRC role. Same faculty, same building, same patient population — just deeper training in the methods she already uses daily.
One-year certificate in clinical research methods. Sit alongside the Master's students in the same core courses.
Tuition: Self-supporting program · does NOT qualify for UC employee 2/3 fee reduction
Two-year Master's for clinical research methods. Designed for working professionals — majority of learners hold part-time or full-time positions.
Tuition: State-funded program · UC employees eligible for Reduced Fee (2/3 off tuition)
Four-to-five year research doctorate. Funded — admitted students receive full tuition + stipend.
Tuition: Fully funded for admitted students
For pivoting toward data science, biostatistics, or the analytics side of clinical research.
One-year certificate. Built for people already working in biomedical or pharmaceutical industries — a CRC fits that profile.
Tuition: Self-supporting program · does NOT qualify for UC employee Reduced Fee (confirm with program)
For Henda if her interest is moving into operations, program management, or running research teams.
Twelve-month online Master's for working healthcare professionals. Fastest path to a leadership credential.
Tuition: Self-supporting program · does NOT qualify for UC employee Reduced Fee
For Henda if she's drawn to international research, policy, or population-level work.
One-year, four-quarter Master's at UCSF's Institute for Global Health Sciences. Requires a capstone field-research quarter.
Tuition: Self-supporting · UCSF employees get 20% discount · does NOT qualify for Reduced Fee
For Henda if she's interested in medical devices, biotech, or bringing innovations from bench to bedside.
One-year joint program between UCSF and UC Berkeley. Year-long capstone with external mentors in medical devices or therapeutics.
Note: Confirm current-year tuition with both registrars; figures published are estimates subject to change.
For Henda if she's considering becoming a physician. Heavy lift, but UCSF has structured pathways.
Four-year medical degree. Acceptance rate 1.71% (2025-26 cycle, 177 matriculated of 10,372 applicants). Her clinical research experience is a competitive asset.
Tuition: Self-supporting in effect · does NOT qualify for Reduced Fee
UCSF offers several joint MD degrees — including one that pairs naturally with her research trajectory.
Note: Combined-degree applicants indicate interest on the AMCAS application.
One-year graduate certificate for applicants who weren't admitted to medical school or want stronger preparation. Strong track record — 96% of alumni matriculate to a U.S. medical school, 19% at UCSF specifically.
Tuition: Confirm with program · eligibility filters applicants tightly
Training available to Henda today through her UCSF role. Builds the promotion case while she decides on a longer program.
Clinical Trials Office core training — the baseline for any CRC at UCSF.
CTSI's two-week didactic + practical training on the Core Competency Framework for CRCs.
Orientation basics for new clinical research staff. Available on-demand.
Required for grad students, useful credential for promotion. Held via Zoom.
UC employees get a 2/3 fee reduction on most state-funded programs, but several programs are "self-supporting" and excluded. This table shows which is which.
| Program | UC Reduced Fee (2/3 off) | Other discount | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS Clinical & Epidemiological Research | Yes | — | State-funded · up to 9 units/quarter through Spring 2031 |
| PhD Epidemiology & Translational Science | Yes (covered) | Full funding + stipend | Funded for admitted students |
| ATCR Certificate | No | — | Self-supporting program |
| CiHDaS Health Data Science | No | — | Self-supporting program |
| MS-HAIL Healthcare Leadership | No | External scholarships | Self-supporting program |
| MS Global Health Sciences | No | 20% UCSF employee discount | Self-supporting program |
| MTM Translational Medicine | No | — | Professional degree · tuition ~$56,713/yr CA resident |
| MD | No | Financial aid | $53,441/yr CA resident · $65,686/yr non-resident (2025-26) |
| Post-Baccalaureate Program | Check | Confirm with program | Eligibility-restricted |
UC employees get 2/3 off tuition and student services fees on up to 9 units or 3 courses per quarter — whichever is greater. Available through Spring 2031.
Discretionary manager funds for tuition. Worth asking Henda's PI or department administrator.
Verify before committing. Eligibility for Reduced Fee depends on employee classification (regular status, career appointment) and the specific program's funding model. Self-supporting programs charge a flat program fee instead of per-unit tuition — they don't qualify.
Ask UCSF HR or the program coordinator for the current-year dollar amount and confirm Reduced Fee eligibility before applying.
The UCSF School of Nursing paused admissions to the Master of Science and Post-Master's Certificate programs in November 2025. The school is moving to a BSN-Entry to Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) pathway. Not relevant for Henda unless she pivots toward nursing.