Graduate Certificate in Animal Health Regulations

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Animal Health Regulations (AHR) allows students to gain specialized knowledge and regulatory expertise for working in this specialized area of the medical products industry. The certificate curriculum will require a total of 18 credit hours and will cover an overview of regulatory requirements for medical products, an overview of bioethics for research, good clinical practices, current good manufacturing practices, and animal health regulations. These courses are essential for workforce preparedness for an AHR professional.

Roles and Responsibilities of an Animal Health Regulations Professional:

• Interpreting and applying U.S. and global regulatory requirements for the development, approval, and maintenance of animal health products, including drugs, biologics, pesticides, diagnostics, and medical devices.
• Developing and executing regulatory strategies that ensure compliance with FDA (CVM), USDA (APHIS/CVB), or EPA (OPP) requirements throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to post-approval.
• Assessing and managing regulatory overlaps and gray areas between agencies, such as biopharmaceuticals regulated by both the FDA and the USDA, or products falling under both drug and pesticide definitions.
• Preparing, submitting, and managing regulatory filings such as Investigational New Animal Drug (INAD) files, New Animal Drug Applications (NADAs), product license applications, and pesticide registrations, including associated user fee and electronic submission processes.
• Addressing data requirements, responding to regulatory inquiries, and facilitating timely approvals and continued compliance.
• Monitoring and maintaining product compliance after approval, including renewals, labeling updates, manufacturing changes, and adverse event reporting in alignment with pharmacovigilance requirements.
• Evaluating and ensuring accuracy of labeling, advertising, and promotional claims, confirming they are consistent with approved product indications and regulatory standards.
• Internationally, interpreting jurisdictional and international regulatory differences, including VICH guidelines and country-specific requirements, to support global product registration and harmonization efforts.

Accreditations

The University of Georgia is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. The University of Georgia also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of the University of Georgia may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Online Graduate Certificate in Animal Health Regulations Application Checklist

1. Application – Submit the Graduate School Admissions online.  Application fee: $75.
2. Select Campus – Online 
3. Select Degree Level – Certificate
4. Select Intended Program – Grad Cert Animal Health Regulation   CERG, Animal Health Regulations (College of Pharmacy) CERT_2AHR_GO
5. Select Intended Term – Fall or Spring
6. Résumé or curriculum vitae – Submit online to the Graduate School.
7. Statement of Purpose – Submit a one-to two-page statement of purpose online to the Graduate School. The statement of intent should clarify the candidate’s relevant background, interests, and goals in relation to the program.
8. Transcripts – Submit unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended as part of the online application. Send official transcripts after you are offered admission.
9. Letters of Recommendation – Submit two letters of recommendation online to graduate school. Letters should be from individuals who can evaluate the applicant’s scholarly ability and potential for success in a graduate program

Application Deadlines

Domestic Applications

Fall: June 1

Spring: November 11

International Applications

Fall: April 15

Spring: October 15

Cost

Tuition rates and student fees can change each year. (eRate Requested)

Based on 2025 credit hour cost, a person completing this program at the recommended pace would have paid $ 13,680 in tuition.   Waiting on erate approval

Please use the Estimated Cost Calculator on the Bursar’s Office website to calculate one academic (Fall/Spring) year’s tuition. 

This program is an E-Rate program, so choose “yes” for the E-Rate line item within the calculator.

Fees for those students enrolled in exclusively online programs are $431 per semester. 

Potential additional costs include:

• Textbooks
• Exam proctoring fees
• Technology upgrades 

The complete cost of attendance can be found at the Office of Student Financial Aid.

Financial Aid

Visit the Office of Student Financial Aid for information about financial assistance.

Corporate Assistance

Consult your employer about the availability of tuition reimbursement or tuition assistance programs.

Military Assistance

Active-duty military, veterans, and military families should visit Veterans Educational Benefits to take full advantage of available financial assistance and educational benefits.

University System of Georgia Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

The purpose of TAP is to foster the professional growth and development of eligible employees. For more information, see Tuition Assistance (refer to the Distance Learning section). 

Curriculum

18 semester hours to earn the Graduate Certificate in Medical Device and Technologies Regulations

Course	Title	Credit Hours
PHAR 6010E	Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, and Device Industries	4
PHAR 6030E	Current Good Manufacturing Practices	4
PHAR 6180E	Animal Health Regulations	4
PHAR 6310E	Good Clinical Practice Regulations for Drugs, Biologic Products, and Medical Devices	3
PHRM 7230E	Ethical Issues in Research	3

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