Antifungals destroy and stop fungal infections. Studying them is fundamental for professional growth" 

Preventing the proliferation of fungal diseases remains an important task in the 21st century. For this reason, the development of new antifungal drugs has become a booming sector, requiring more professionals specialized in all aspects involved in this area. With this in mind, the following postgraduate certificate will provide an opportunity for pharmacists to learn the general postulates of antifungals.   

In this sense, the agenda will begin by addressing the essential aspects of antifungals, such as their classification according to their chemical structure and their area of action (local and systemic). Next, an in-depth study will be conducted on Amphotericin B, which is used to treat severe and potentially life-threatening fungal infections.   

In each class, the student will have an in-depth study of the different infections caused by fungi in the lungs, such as Cryptococcosis and Coccidioidomycosis. To conclude the program, hepatic toxicity levels of some antifungal agents will be evaluated.

Learn in detail about the latest discoveries in antifungals and position yourself as an expert in the field"

This postgraduate certificate in Advances in Antimycotics contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts focused on advances in antibiotic therapy and antibiotic resistance
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments  
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

Exceed your limits. Specialize in the latest antifungal advances and contribute to new research" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.   

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow the professional a situated and contextual learning, that is, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive training programmed to train in real situations.   

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

Sign up and learn the latest advances in antifungals thanks to this program"

You will understand how antimycotics work, evaluating different practical cases"

The main goal of this postgraduate certificate is to provide students with the most current and specialized knowledge in antifungals, in order to help them in their professional careers. Thanks to this, they will be able to further develop different drugs for fungal infections of the skin, lungs and other areas of the body. Being able to participate in independent research or be part of an international infectious disease organization.  

Reach new professional goals thanks to the qualification of this postgraduate certificate"

General Objectives

• Guarantee professional improvement by constantly delving deeper and updating what we know
• Know the scientific evidence on antibiotic therapy and antimicrobial resistance
• Establish the correct use of drugs and the proper treatment of infectious diseases
• Use a multidisciplinary and integrative approach to facilitate the control of these pathologies

Specific Objectives

• Provide an overview of antifungal agents according to their chemical and systemic classification 
• Know the new developments on the toxicity of antifungal agents and their present and future indications 
• Delve into the treatment of deep mycoses, using Aspergillosis, Cryptococcosis and Histoplasmosis 
• Analyze the hepatic toxicity of systemic antifungal agents 

It will take you six weeks to learn everything you need to be an antifungal expert"