Introduction to the CCMG Molecular Pathology E-learning Course

This course is designed for individuals with prior experience in molecular genetics and offers a structured, in-depth exploration of molecular pathology. The course contains five modules, which are meant to be completed in order as they progressively build on knowledge and skills. Modules 1-4 are focused on didactic teaching and Module 5 is focused on application. Each module has independent objectives and contain multiple sections that allow for natural breaks and permit the learner to go through the material in their own time. There are also in-module questions to test your knowledge in key areas, which are meant as a self assessment and are not recorded or graded. The final module, Module 5, is case-based, enabling you to apply what you have learned to real-world clinical scenarios commonly encountered in molecular pathology. After completing each case, you will receive a summary of your answers along with detailed feedback to support reflective learning.

Benefits to CCMG Members:

  • Certificate of completion
  • 12 hrs of MOC Section 3 credits
  • Free to all CCMG members

Not a CCMG Member? You can still take the course.

  • Cost is $300 for non-CCMG members to have access to all content
  • Opportunity to apply for a free one-year CCMG associate affiliate membership and become part of the CCMG community.
  • Group rates are available.

Contact the CCMG office at to pay for the course. Once payment is complete, we will send you access to the course and instructions on applying for your Associate Affiliate membership.

Objectives of the CCMG Molecular Pathology E-learning Course

By the end of this course the learner will be able to:

  1. Explain the general concepts related to tumourigenesis, the development, causes and effects of somatic variants in tumour suppressors and oncogenes; and the role of the tumour microenvironment
  2. Develop an understanding of the uses, limitations and advantages of molecular pathology platforms and methods used to identify and characterize biomarkers in plasma, bone marrow, peripheral blood and solid tumours including fresh and formalin-fixed paraffin embedded (FFPE) tissue
  3. Explain the applications of somatic biomarkers (diagnostic/prognostic/predictive) and their development in molecular pathology
  4. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of assay quality control and quality assurance in the laboratory as it relates to testing for somatic variants.
  5. Demonstrate the ability to integrate clinical, pathological and molecular biomarker results using an established somatic classification system and current literature.

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