About the Regulatory Affairs for Medical Devices Program
Medical device development is a fast-evolving field that offers exciting career opportunities for professionals in regulatory affairs. Devices can range from simple products, such as bandages, to highly sophisticated, life-saving technologies like robotic surgical systems. As medical devices become more complex and increasingly integrated into everyday healthcare, the demand for regulatory expertise continues to grow.
In recent years, innovation has accelerated through the convergence of medical devices with information technology, software, and digital health solutions. Software-enabled and connected medical devices have expanded the regulatory landscape, requiring not only regulatory professionals but also engineers and technical specialists to understand applicable regulations. Additionally, the integration of medical devices and pharmaceuticals—such as drug-coated stents used in cardiovascular treatments—has created new therapeutic possibilities and regulatory challenges. These combination products require regulatory professionals to be knowledgeable across both device and drug regulatory frameworks.
The Regulatory Affairs for Medical Devices Certificate equips professionals with essential knowledge to navigate this highly regulated environment. The program covers the regulatory requirements and processes necessary to guide medical devices from concept through development and commercialization, preparing learners to support innovation while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance.
Certificate Benefits
- Program designed to be completed in only one year
- Complete all courses online in the convenience of your own home or office
- Hands-on comprehensive training designed to immerse you in the skills needed to successfully get started or advance your career
- Courses taught by leading industry practitioners
Learning Objectives
- Describe the medical device product development life cycle
- Apply strategies for proactive and effective interaction with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- Explain the structure and function of a quality management system within a medical device organization
- Analyze design control requirements and perform risk analysis activities
- Prepare an FDA 510(k) premarket notification submission
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Evaluate post-market surveillance data to ensure ongoing product safety and regulatory compliance
Regulatory Affairs for Medical Devices
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Conditions for Admission
To enroll in the certificate program, complete the application and, upon acceptance into the program, pay the $95 certificate fee. Although programs are open to all adult learners, UC San Diego Extended Studies programs are designed to best serve college-prepared working professionals. Where program capacity is limited, applicants with this profile will receive preference for admission.
Certificate Guidelines
There are five required courses in the Regulatory Affairs for Medical Device certificate. It is strongly encourages that students take the Overview of Regulatory Affairs for Medical Devices course first.
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Advisory Board
Kevin Daly
Robert Duffy
Laura Guy, M.S., RAC
Angela Fornataro McMahill, JD, CHRC, CHC, CCRA
Al Memmolo, MBA
Katie Smith
Doug Worth, MSEE, RAC
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