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Our program offers an exciting opportunity for young minds to explore and engage in the world of allied healthcare. We offer three different programs -

High School Program:
For our high school students, we offer a chance to work alongside experienced scientists and educators in a collaborative and supportive environment. Our program offers a diverse range of activities and resources to engage students in application of laboratory medicine in the fields of psychiatry, genetics, pharmacy, biology, cardiology, women's health, and infectious diseases - all of which is slated to be covered in two modules, Module A and Module B.

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Middle School Program:
For our middle school students, we offer a fun and engaging way to develop and cultivate their interests in various fields of science. Our program offers an opportunity to learn from experienced educators and engage in hands-on activities designed to foster curiosity and critical thinking.

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Summer Camp:
We also offer an accelerated 1-month program during the months of July and August. The students are responsible for attending 3 days per week for 4 hours each day, except sunday.

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High School Program

Our program is designed to provide students with hands-on experience and a deep understanding of scientific principles. Students will participate in laboratory experiments and scientific projects that are designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and teamwork. Medical case studies are presented, and brainstorming sessions are carried to aid in development of young minds to envision a career in health science.

“At Center for DNA-Guided Medicine, I was able to learn what a real lab environment is like and familiarize myself with lab equipment. During my time there, I interacted with patients, learned about all different kinds of procedures and tests and was even able to test my own DNA! Familiarizing myself with this kind of environment helped me find direction in what I want to study and what direction I would like to take in my career. I would recommend any student with interest in STEM soak up this opportunity and learn as much as they can about science and themselves.”

Marina
Marina Loftus
Conard High School

Our high school curriculum is divided into two modules, A and B. Each module has a 40-hour completion requirement. Therefore, a total of 80-hours is needed to finish Modules A and B. For each module, students will be instructed for a total of 40-hours, stretched over 3 or 4 months depending on the option chosen. Some of the highlights of the program include -

  • Literature review. Most students write a literature review on a topic of their choice at the end of Module 2, which is then intended for publication in a collegiate-level academic journal.
  • Senior year project. Getting help in choosing a topic for research or capstone project for their high school senior year requirement.
  • College essays and resume preparation. We provide guidance to students in drafting their college essays and create an excellent resume for admissions into coveted universities/colleges.
  • Internship search. Our program supports students as they apply for sought-after internships both domestically and abroad. For internship positions that call for prior experience or understanding of working in a clinical lab of high complexity, trained students such as our are highly accepted.
  • Interview preparation. Students who are slated to interview for prestigious colleges receive advice from our board-certified expert staff.
  • Reference letters. Our program assists motivated and capable students in obtaining reference letters and applying for paid internships at biotech firms, colleges, and other related institutions.
  • Future research. Our program provides chances for mentorship and tools to support students in continuing their scientific interests after high school. The next generation of scientists and innovators is something we want to encourage and inspire.

Timings: Our program has two daily sessions (monday through saturday). Sessions I and II are held from 3 pm to 5 pm and from 5 pm to 7 pm, respectively. The student must physically be present for class and finish a 40-hour program module that consists of both theoretical and clinical laboratory practicum. However, if you decide to take the module for 3-months, you can pick any two days of the week (except Sunday) to attend for a 1.5-hour session each day. The student may pick any weekday (other than Sunday) for a 2-hour session if the module is to be completed over a period of 4-months. The timing on Saturday may differ according to availability.

Do not pass up your chance to discover the exciting world of science and realize your scientific potential. Contact us and enroll in our program right away to connect with others who share your enthusiasm for science.

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Students can come with their parent/legal guardian to take a tour of our facility and consult with our program coordinators. This session lasts for approximately an hour and is FREE to give students a chance to explore and interact with state-of-the-art equipment.

Middle School Program

Our middle school program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to learn from experienced educators and engage in hands-on activities designed to foster curiosity and critical thinking. Students are taught the structure and operation of clinical laboratories that stand behind patients in providing exceptional clinical care.

“The summer camp at The Center for DNA guided Medicine was an exceptional experience for our daughter Anna. She has always been interested in science and wishes to pursue a career in medical research, possibly specializing in pharmacogenetics. The team at the center, especially Mohan and Aleks, were so very inspirational, energetic, and passionate about teaching the students in a very unintimidating manner. They are both extremely knowledgeable in their field and shared their knowledge in the lab, assisting the students with various lab testing including DNA extraction, pipette use, PCR testing, etc. Our daughter was ecstatic each day she came home from camp, ready to discuss what she learned that day! Her smile and excitement in her voice was all that we needed to reassure us that enrolling Anna in the camp at Center for DNA Guided Medicine was the best investment we could have made in our daughter's future.”

Patty
Patty
Parent

Our middle school curriculum spans across 3 modules, Module A, Module B and Module C. Each module is set for a total of 18 hours to be completed. Therefore, to complete all three Modules A+ B +C a total of 54 hours is required. For each module students will be instructed for a total of 18 hours, stretched over 3 months. Some of the highlights of the program include -

  • Introduction to scientific and collaborative thinking. Our program is designed to provide middle schoolers with solid foundation in scientific principles while also promoting creativity and exploration. Students will participate in interactive experiments, ideas for research and discussions that are designed to develop their problem-solving skills and teamwork abilities.
  • Long term mentorship. Our program offers resources and mentorship opportunities to help students pursue their interests in science beyond middle school. Our goal is to nurture their curiosity in science and to carry the same into their high school years.
  • Introduction to laboratory procedures.
  • Introduction to laboratory medicine.
  • Overview of medical genetics.
  • Biotechnology ideas for high-quality research.

Timings: Our program runs two sessions per day - Session-I from 3:00PM-5:30PM and Session-II from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. The student is expected to physically attend classes and complete an 18- hour program module which includes theory and clinical laboratory practicum. The student has a choice of selecting any one day of the week (except Sunday) to attend a 1.5-hour session. Each module is expected to complete over a span of 3 months. Note: Saturday's timings might differ.

Do not miss this opportunity to discover the exciting world of science and unleash your potential as a young scientist. Contact us and enroll in our program today to join a community of curious and like-minded individuals who share your passion for science.

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