Kutztown University has launched a new certificate program in biotechnology.

Developed in a collaboration between the biological sciences and the physical sciences departments, the program is designed to develop and enhance practical workplace skills for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

Biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries are well-established and growing in southeastern Pennsylvania.

The program offers real-world training through hands-on learning. Each course, developed specifically for this program, gives students direct access to advanced instrumentation and standard industry techniques.

Students gain valuable experience by completing exercises and applications that mirror the practices professionals use every day in the biotechnology field.