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Getting started as a health writer: The beginner’s guide

This essential guide includes dozens of links to my top blogs and resources for becoming a successful health writer and writing high-quality, engaging health content.

LAST UPDATED October 4, 2024

Health writing can be a daunting field for new writers. Understanding the nuances of the health writing industry isn’t easy, and health communication is continuously changing as new technologies develop.

If you’re looking to explore career options for health writers, get an entry-level medical writer job and learn how to enhance your health writing skills, this beginner’s guide is the perfect starting point.

Getting started as a health writer: The beginner’s guide includes dozens of links to my top blogs and resources for becoming a successful health writer and writing high-quality, engaging health content. The guide is perfect for you if you want to learn more about health writing.

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Contents of Getting started as a health writer: The beginner’s guide

What is a health writer, where can i find paid work as a health writer.

• What skills and qualifications do I need to be a health writer ?
• How can I develop a portfolio to showcase my health writing skills?

How can I break into the health writing field?

How can i assess the quality of my health writing, how can i write clearer health content, what writing exercises can i do to practice, how can i find courses to develop my health writing skills, what are some effective writing strategies for health writers, how can i improve my writing processes, how can i become a more confident writer, how can i write better health blogs.

• How can I write better about medical research?

How can I write better health features?

How can i write better health news.

• What are some essential tools for my health writer’s toolkit?

How can I conduct more effective expert interviews?

How can i improve my medical knowledge, how can i work more productively and efficiently, how do i reference my health content correctly, where can i meet other health writers, what is the plan if i want to be a health writer.

A health writer creates content about health and medical topics. It’s simple! We also call ourselves medical writers, health & medical writers, and health communicators. Read more about what a health writer does , including my typical ‘day in the life’.

Finding paid work is a topic I get asked about a lot. First, you need to decide if you want to be a freelance or an employed health writer.

Then, consider which types of clients or employers you’d like to work for – brainstorm a list of ideal brands and business types. As a freelance writer, you’ll need to seek out proven strategies to find your first freelance writing job . If getting publishes is your goal, you can start sending your ideas to websites that accept health article pitches .

At the same time, think about the writing services you’d like to offer – for example, health feature article writing, medical copywriting , health blogging or scientific article writing.

You’ll then need to find the crossover between the writing services you want to offer and the clients or employers who need – and will pay for – those services.

In short, you’ll need to do some industry research and hone your niche!

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What skills and qualifications do I need to be a health writer?

There are no rules about the qualifications you need to become a health writer, though many people in this field have writing/communications degrees and/or a degree in the life sciences.

If you have neither of those things, though, don’t despair – what’s most important is that you can write high-quality health content and be easy to work with.

If you’re trying to decide if you need a medical degree or a writing degree to be a medical writer , think about any potential gaps in your skillset. Often, work experience is more valuable than getting a degree.

In terms of skills – of course, you need exceptional written and communicative skills to be a health writer. You also need excellent medical knowledge , and you should be organised, reliable, professional, able to work efficiently, have a quality and credibility mindset, and care about producing high-quality health writing that makes a difference.

Research your ideal clients and employers to see what skills and experience they’re looking for in a health writer.

How can I develop a portfolio to showcase my health writing?

A portfolio is a collection of your work – published or unpublished. You can write pieces for your portfolio if you don’t have any published work yet.

Choose two or three high-quality pieces that demonstrate your full range of abilities.

Ask someone to check and proofread your pieces – these are the pieces that will sell your services, so they need to be strong and convincing.

We all enter the field in different ways. Some people transition consciously while others just fall into health writing.

If you’re feeling stuck, take a look at our careers in medical writing course , Breaking Into Health Writing , which is full of insider advice to help you plan your career change.

If you’re not sure whether you have what it takes to write industry-standard health content, start by reviewing other best-practice examples on websites and in magazines.

Compare published articles to yours, and look for the similarities and differences.

Benchmark your work against the work of professional writers. You can start with this list of award-winning health articles.

You can also check out this guide to help you assess your writing and identify quick fixes if you’re struggling to edit or proofread your work.

First, check out our clear health writing checklist for a simple breakdown of the art and science of clear health writing. Understanding when and how people read your online content is important for creating well-formatted content, too.

But, how simple is too simple? It’s a question we need to consider for every new project.

The real skill of quality health writing lies in the balance between writing clearly and dumbing down  – I call this “wising up.”

Wising up is about educating your readers while explaining complex concepts clearly and simply.

Writing leads to better writing – it’s as simple as that! Practice is the most effective way to learn the craft and hone your skills.

In your own time, try writing blogs or articles. You can also try summarising research into a consumer-friendly spiel.

If you’d like some practical exercises, here are three easy writing exercises.

Medical writing training is a growing field, and there are short courses for many genres within health writing.

General online editing courses are also essential for many health and medical writers who also want to specialise in editing, copywriting, and proofreading.

When you’re getting started as a health writer, there’s a lot to learn. But, when you’re established, the learning doesn’t stop – and, even experienced writers need to develop their skills .

At Health Writer Hub, we offer a variety of courses to help you develop your skills. Introduction to Health Writing is our flagship 6-week online course, while Principles of Health & Medical Copywriting is a dedicated course for people who want to focus on health copywriting.

If you’re not ready to invest in a paid course yes, you can check out our free medical writing course.

Health communication is a growing field, and there’s tons of new research into evidence-based writing strategies . You can read more about that in our health communication research blog posts.

Also, there are industry-wide best practices to adhere to, local and national guidelines to follow, and standards to exceed. My health writing courses explore these topics in detail.

Here are some concepts to get you started:

• Include more detail to your writing – think beyond ‘research suggests’
• Inspire behaviour change – as health writers, we don’t just write facts;  we encourage our readers to make a healthy change
• Myth-busting and debunking – while a key part of health writing in the post-truth era is myth-busting, there’s a lot of research suggesting debunking doesn’t work – so it’s important to debunk a myth properly, with an evidence-based approach
• Understand the appeal to authority – The appeal to authority, a tactic many writers use in the absence of evidence, relies on a basic misconception: if an authority figure says something, it must be true
• Increase motivation – a key aspect of inspiring health change in writing is selling the desire to change
• ‘Short and sweet’ content helps people quit smoking – anti-smoking messages that are brief persuaded smokers to kick the habit
• Understand when and how fear-mongering in the media works – scare tactics are used in public health campaigns to drive behavioural changes, but how effective are these messages?
• Writing about a variety of health topics – if you’re new to health writing, remember that you have to write about a wide range of topics, from illnesses to STIs to death; some topics may make you feel uncomfortable.

Working efficiently is a vital goal of any health writer, but when you’re the only person responsible for researching, writing, editing and proofreading your work, it can be hard to work productively .

Develop strategies to avoid bad habits like word repetition in your writing. Similarly, self-plagiarism happens often and accidentally, so include a dedicated check as part of your editing processes to  avoid plagiarism.

Confidence is a common concern for writers, but it is possible to build self-assurance and courage. Check out these science-backed tips to boost writing confidence and courage.

You can also read our post on writer mindset attributes for tips to help you feel more positive and self-assured about your writing work.

Health blogging is a specialty field of its own within health writing. Check our comprehensive beginner’s guide on Getting started as a health blogger for more.

How can I write about medical research?

There are many critical considerations when it comes to writing about medical research.  These are different for health writers who write for the general public as opposed to medical or scientific writers.

For health writers who are new to scientific writing, it’s important to take the time to learn about topics like the world’s top medical journals , the trusted medical journal search engines and in particular  PubMed, and how to find free journal articles online.

We also wrote a series about medical research, including when to use case studies, how to understand observational studies, how to write about randomised controlled trials as well as systematic reviews and meta-analyses .

Also, remember that not all findings are breakthroughs, so learn about the difference between new research versus what constitutes a medical breakthrough. You can check out this helpful article about how to assess a medical breakthrough as well as our post, how to write about advances in medicine.

Remember, an essential part of a health writer’s work is to keep up with medical research , so set aside time to follow the latest developments in the areas of interest to you; this can also give you ideas for future stories and health content.

Health features are one of the most popular genres or niches of health writing, and most freelance health writers dabble in feature writing. That’s not to say that even experienced writers find feature writing difficult from time to time, though.

Idea generation is one of the main challenges of creating engaging features, so check out these tips for finding health article ideas when you need a little inspiration.

As well, reading quality health features helps you write better health features, so take the time to read excellent features on quality websites you trust. I like the New York Times health section .

Reading industry-standard features will help you to avoid making the most common mistakes in health feature articles and can also give you inspiration for pitching other magazine article ideas.

Also, a lot of people ask me how long it takes to write a 500-word article , but the answer is different for everyone.

You’ll find that you will become an efficient writer with time, but if you’re starting out it’s normal to take 8 or more hours to write a feature. That’s completely fine – writing is not a race, so don’t put pressure on yourself. As with any skill, improvement takes time.

Health news review is the best source to help you analyse and understand how to write better health news articles. I recommend Health News Review as a must-read resource in all my courses. Unfortunately, the site has run out of funding, but you can still read all the resources online now.

You can also check out these tips on medical news reporting and credibility for more health news reporting tips. And, if you’re required to write health news in a hurry, here are seven tips for writing under pressure .

Often, in health news, all is not as it seems. The classic example of this was when the media took off and ran with this fish oil and prostate cancer research

What are some essential tools for my health writer’s toolkit?

All health writers need a good laptop, phone, internet connection and working station. Beyond that, you may also need to think about:

• Voice recorder apps – to record expert interviews
• Journal subscriptions – to access research
• Editing and proofreading tools – to help you check your content for errors
• Health news apps – to help you monitor breaking news
• Medical magazines to find trending research
• Medical dictionary apps to review medical and scientific terms
• Various computer programs and software – from graphic design to accounting
• Podcasts for health writers – to help you learn new tips on the go!

As a health writer, you’ll need to interview experts for articles and even patient information resources.

Health experts are often busy and have limited time – and it can be hard to schedule follow up interviews if you don’t get what you need the first time around. Learn how to conduct expert interviews with confidence.

More and more general writers are getting into health writing without a medical or scientific background which isn’t a problem as long as you take the time to improve your knowledge.

As well as learning basic medical terminology you’ll need to learn the difference between words like cure or treatment and disease, disorder, condition, syndrome. Often, there are slight but essential differences in the meaning of these important terms – and, if misused, these words can completely change the definition of a sentence or claim. There could be serious legal or regulatory consequences for misusing words.

It goes without saying (but I’ll say it anyway) that working productively and efficiently is a goal of any health writer!

My number one tip for productive work is to make sure you gather requirements before you start writing as this saves so much time during the writing process. Ask as many questions as possible, so you know exactly what’s expected of you. Always ask for previous examples of similar work to use as a benchmark.

Also, never underestimate the importance of being prepared before you start working and taking on projects if you’re freelancing. Don’t take on projects unless you have your contracts, processes and other key business details sorted.

As a writer, especially if you’re freelancing, you’ll need strategies to help stop procrastinating and start writing . Procrastination truly is a writer’s worse enemy! But, the good news is that procrastination can be managed and prevented.

Unlike academic writing, there are no universal rules for referencing in a consumer health article. That’s why we put together this post on five tips for effective referencing in consumer health writing.

My number one tip is to ask! Get the referencing style confirmed in writing, as this will save time and avoid you going back and re-referencing your work after you’ve written the first draft.

And, if you are using referencing software, we wrote a piece comparing EndNote and Mendeley.

There are more and more health writers entering the field which is exciting! If you’re looking to network in the health writing industry , here are some ideas:

• Go to AMWA or EMWA events – meet other health & medical writers at medical writing conferences
• Join online groups – there are plenty of freelance writing and freelancing groups online
• Connect with students in relevant courses – our Health Writer Hub Alumni group has more than 500 health writers from around the world
• Read tips from experienced writers – in this post, a medical student writer shares his top tips

There’s no ‘one way’ to become a health writer. If you’re looking to transition to the field, you’ll need to consider:

• Your approach – will you be freelance or employed?
• Industry knowledge – do you know enough about the field to confidently change careers?
• Skills – do you need to enhance your skills with a course?
• Long-term goals – why do you want to be a health writer, and what do you want to achieve?

If you need help getting started, check out Health Writer Hub’s courses . We’ve helped hundreds of aspiring writers around the world to develop their skills and launch their careers – and, we can help you, too!

Enjoyed ‘Getting started as a health writer: The beginner’s guide’?

Check out our other beginner guides:

• Freelance writers: Getting started as a freelance health writer
• Bloggers: Getting started as a health blogger

About Michelle Guillemard

Michelle Guillemard is the founder of Health Writer Hub, the Past President of the Australasian Medical Writers Association and a freelance medical writer. Blogging about health & medical writing since 2012, Michelle teaches health writing courses and workshops to students and corporations around the world. Michelle is passionate about creating better health outcomes and changing lives through effective health communication. Connect with her on LinkedIn .

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Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Medical Writer

Medical writing is an esteemed profession. Every day, medical writers are detailing, documenting, and sharing news and research that is improving health outcomes and saving lives. Their roles and opportunities are always evolving, whether they’re crafting peer-reviewed articles reporting on clinical trials, marketing cutting-edge devices, educating health care professionals or even the general public about new treatments, or writing grant proposals to fund innovative research.

This guide provides information and resources on what medical writers do, the companies they work for, and what you need to know to embark on this growing, rewarding—and lucrative—career.

What Is Medical Writing?

Medical writing involves the development and production of print or digital documents that deal specifically with medicine or health care. The profession of medical writing calls for knowledge in both writing and science, combining a writer’s creative talent with the rigor and detail of research and the scientific process. 

With the constant advancement and innovation in medicine and health care, the need to communicate about research findings, products, devices, and services is growing. Medical writers are increasingly in demand to convey new information to health care professionals as well as the general public.

Depending on their position and the scope of their duties, medical writers are involved in communicating scientific and clinical data to many audiences, from doctors and nurses to insurance adjusters and patients. They work in a variety of formats, including traditional print publications to electronic publications, multimedia presentations, videos, podcasts, website content, and social media sites.

Medical writers often work with doctors, scientists, and other subject matter experts (SMEs) to create documents that describe research results, product use, and other medical information. They also ensure that documents comply with regulatory, publication, or other guidelines in terms of content, format, and structure. 

Medical writers are also key players in developing applications for mobile devices that are used in multiple ways, such as

• Disease management
• Continuing education and training
• Medical reference and information-gathering
• Practice management and monitoring

Medical communicators may be writers, editors , health care journalists, supervisors, project managers, media relations specialists, educators, and more. At their core, they are exceptionally skilled at gathering, organizing, interpreting, evaluating, and presenting often complex information to health care professionals, a public audience, or industry professionals such as hospital purchasers, manufacturers and users of medical devices, pharmaceutical sales representatives, members of the insurance industry, and public policy officials. For each of these audiences, the language, documents, and deliverables are distinct.  For beginning to mid-level medical communicators who want to enhance and fine-tune their medical editing skills, AMWA provides a Certificate in Medical Editing .  

What Are Examples of Medical Communication Jobs?

Medical communication positions in writing and editing vary greatly across industries, companies, organizations, and other entities. 

In addition to the title of medical writer, medical communicators may be known as scientific writers, technical writers, regulatory writers , promotional writers, health care marketers, health care journalists, or communication specialists. Both medical writers and medical editors may work for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, medical communication agencies, medical education companies, health care professionals associations, academic institutions, medical and health care book publishers, trade publications, and more. 

What Do Medical Writers Write?

The expertise and contributions of medical writers and editors can be found throughout the medical community. Examples of their work include

• Abstracts for medical journals and medical conferences
• Advertisements for pharmaceuticals, devices, and other products
• Advisory board summaries
• Continuing medical education materials
• Decision aids for patients
• Grant proposals
• Health care policy documents
• Health education materials
• Magazine and newspaper articles
• Medical and health care books
• Medical and scientific journal articles
• Marketing materials
• Poster presentations for medical conferences
• Regulatory documents, including FDA submissions
• Sales training
• Slide presentations for medical conferences
• White papers

Who Hires Medical Writers?

Right now, there is tremendous growth in the medical industry. Pharmaceutical companies are developing drugs more quickly, and new medical devices and diagnostic tools are being released every day. With this comes the increased need to meet regulatory and insurance requirements and to relay medical and consumer information. All of this results in greater opportunities for medical writers and communicators. 

Medical writers can find positions with a variety of employers, reaching a multitude of audiences with different communication needs and styles. These may include

• Associations and professional health care societies
• Authors or investigators
• Biotechnology companies
• Clinical or contract research organizations   (CROs)
• Communications, marketing, or advertising agencies
• Government agencies
• Health care organizations or providers
• Medical book publishers
• Medical device companies
• Medical education companies
• Medical schools or universities
• News outlets   for health/medical news
• Peer-reviewed medical journals
• Pharmaceutical companies
• Trade journals   for health care professionals

Explore a current list of available openings on the  AMWA Job Center .

How Much Do Medical Writers Make?

Medical writer salaries vary from city to city and region to region. Compensation also depends on the writer’s experience, the type of employer, and the type of work.

Sites such as Salary.com , PayScale.com , and Glassdoor.com indicate that a salary range for a junior-level or beginning medical writer is $52,000 to $80,000 annually and a salary range for a junior-level or beginning medical editor as $57,000 to $75,000 annually.

The AMWA Medical Communication Compensation Report provides an in-depth analysis of medical communication salary data by experience level, degree, industry categories, and much more.

Join our professional community of skilled medical communicators.

What Does It Take to Be a Medical Writer?

While medical writers come from all educational and professional backgrounds, they do share some traits.  Medical writers have an interest and flair for both science and writing. They also have a clear understanding of medical concepts and ideas and are able to present data and its interpretation in a way the target audience will understand.

Although it’s not required, many medical communicators hold an advanced degree. Some have a medical or science degree (eg, PhD, PharmD, MD) or experience in academic settings or as bench scientists, pharmacists, physicians, or other health care professionals. Others have an MFA or a PhD in communications or English.

Certificates and certifications are additional credentials that demonstrate your knowledge and proficiency in the medical communication field. Many are described in this guide.

How Do I Become a Medical Writer?

Medical communication can be a flexible, rewarding, and well-paying career in a growing field of both full-time and freelance opportunities. To get started, follow these steps. 

1. Determine a focus

Based on the wide range of companies and organizations that employ medical communicators, the field is generally divided into different writing settings and specializations, each requiring specific technical writing skills or knowledge of medical terminology and practices. In this step, it’s important to focus on an area you’re most interested in and that best matches your skill set.

• Continuing education for healthcare professionals
• Health communication
• Marketing/Advertising/PR
• Patient education
• Publications for professional audiences (non-peer reviewed)
• Regulatory writing
• Sales training (biotech or pharma industry)
• Scientific publications (peer-reviewed journals)

2. Assess your knowledge and skills

Medical communicators come to the field from a variety of different disciplines. Those with a medical or science background commonly need refreshers in writing and editing mechanics, whereas medical terminology and statistics are typically more difficult for those with a writing or communications background. No matter what your training has been, you should take an inventory of your essential skills .

Basic Grammar and Usage

• Parts of speech and grammatical principles form the foundation of writing in every discipline. Can you identify a dangling modifier or notice the lack of a pronoun referent?

Sentence Structure

• Even if you know grammar, you may need a refresher on achieving emphasis and organizing your sentences for clarity. Do you know the difference between an independent and a dependent clause? Do you understand parallel structure?

Punctuation

• A single misplaced comma can create a very different meaning, which can have serious implications in medical writing. Are all your commas in the right places? What about your semicolons?

Medical Terminology

• It’s not enough to know medical terms. You gain more insight into medical vocabulary by learning about the prefixes, combining forms, and suffixes that make up all your favorite medical words. Do you know the rules for eponyms? Do you know the difference between an acronym and an initialism?

Professional Ethics

• Every profession has a code of ethics, and medical communication is no different. Make sure you know the steps to ethical decision-making and the ethical principles to uphold.
• If you’re working with medical research, it’s essential to have a basic understanding of statistics. Can you describe the difference between mean, median, and mode? Can you define a hazard ratio?

Tables and Graphs

• Tables and graphs are essential tools for communicating complex information. Do you know what kind of graph to use for continuous data? Are your table column headings doing their job?

If you need to fill gaps in your knowledge, AMWA offers a variety of educational activities , including the AMWA Essential Skills Certificate Program , which addresses all of these topics.

3. Explore resources

As you explore the medical writing profession, the next step is to become aware of the resources available to you. AMWA offers many opportunities to support new medical communicators and a wealth of professional development resources to help throughout an evolving career. The following are some examples.

• AMWA Online Learning activity: A Career in Medical Communication: Steps to Success
• AMWA Career Services : Job Center ,  Freelance Directory
• Live   webinars
• AMWA Essential Skills Certificate Program
• Comprehensive Guide to Medical Editing
• Medical Editing Checklist
• How to Identify Predatory Publishers eBook

Other resources include a number of recommended books on medical writing , listed in the "Medical Writer Resources" section below.

Although there are plenty of opportunities in medical communication, it is important to recognize that it can be a difficult field to break into.   Networking   is a crucial part of gaining success as a medical writer.

Throughout your career, but especially at the start, it’s important to connect with other medical communicators in your local area as well as   across the country .

Networking   is an excellent way to connect with other medical communicators. Not only does it provide informal learning opportunities, but some experts say that 70% to 80% of people found their current position through networking.   Others say it’s closer to 85%. Whether you are using LinkedIn ,   Facebook ,   Twitter , community boards, or conference attendance , it is important to seek out ways to stay connected.

Take the leap!

New and experienced medical writers are finding ways to advance in a solid career and contribute to positive health outcomes through the power of communication. With a greater understanding of the role of the medical communicator and the available opportunities, people with a passion for writing and science can excel in this interesting and ever-changing field.

Medical Writer Resources

Books about medical writing.

• The Accidental Medical Writer . Brian G. Bass and Cynthia L. Kryder. Booklocker.com, Inc, 2008.
• Essentials of Writing Biomedical Research Papers . 2nd ed. Mimi Zeiger. McGraw-Hill, 2000.
• Health Literacy from A to Z: Practical Ways to Communicate Your Health Message . Helen Osborne. Jones and Bartlett Publishers, 2005.
• How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper, 8th ed .   Barbara Gastel and Robert A. Day. Greenwood, 2016.
• Targeted Regulatory Writing Techniques: Clinical Documents for Drugs and Biologics . Linda Fossati Wood and MaryAnn Foote, eds. Birkhauser, 2009.

Style Guides

• AMA Manual of Style
• Associated Press Stylebook 
• Chicago Manual of Style
• American Psychological Association Style
• Scientific Style and Format: The CSE Manual for Authors, Editors, and Publishers

Publication Ethics

• Code of Conduct and Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors   (Committee on Publication Ethics)
• White Paper on Publication Ethics  (Council of Science Editors)
• Recommendations for the Conduct, Reporting, Editing, and Publication of Scholarly Work in Medical Journals   (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors)
• Good Publication Practice Guidelines - GPP3   (International Society for Medical Publication Professionals)

Professional Associations & Societies

• American Medical Writers Association
• Association of Health Care Journalists
• Board of Editors in the Life Sciences
• Council of Science Editors
• Drug Information Association
• Editorial Freelancers Association
• International Society for Medical Publication Professionals
• National Association of Science Writers
• Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society
• Society for Health Communication
• Society for Technical Communication

Medical Communication Programs – Universities, Colleges, Associations

This list is not comprehensive and was last updated on 11/23/2022.

Graduate Programs in Medical/Health Communication/Writing/Journalism

• Master of Science in Health Communication (Online)
• Master of Science: Science & Medical Journalism
• Carnegie Mellon University  - Master of Arts: Professional Writing
• Johns Hopkins University  - Master of Arts: Science-Medical Writing
• New York University  - Master of Arts / Master of Science: Health and Environmental Reporting
• Texas A&M University  - Master of Science: Science and Technology Journalism
• Towson University  - Master of Science: Professional Writing
• University of Houston-Downtown  - Master of Science: Technical Communication
• University of Illinois  - Master of Science: Health Communication
• University of Minnesota  - Professional Master of Arts: Health Communication
• University of North Carolina  - Master of Arts: Medical Science & Journalism

Undergraduate Programs in Medical/Health Communication/Writing/Journalism

• Juniata College  - Degree in Health Communication
• Missouri State University  - Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science: Science/Professional Writing
• University of Minnesota   - Bachelor of Arts: Technical Writing and Communication 

Tracks or Minors in Medical Communication

• Ferris State University  - Bachelor of Science: Journalism and Technical Communication
• University of Tennessee at Knoxville  - Science Communication Program  

Degree Programs in Regulatory Affairs

• George Washington University -  Dual Degree: BSHS/MSHS in Clinical Operations & Healthcare Management
• University of Washington School of Pharmacy -  Master of Science in Biomedical Regulatory Affair s  

University Certificate Programs

• Harvard Medical School - Effective Writing for Health Care
• UC San Diego Extension - Medical Writing Certificate
• University of Chicago Graham School of General Studies -  Medical Writing and Editing Certificate

AMWA acknowledges the contributions of Lori Alexander, MPTW, ELS, MWC, Lori De Milto, MJ, and Cyndy Kryder, MS, MWC in the development of this AMWA resource. 

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