HLA and Beyond: Clinical Foundations in Immunogenetics and Compatibility.

When
March 2027 onwards

Mode of delivery
Online asynchronous delivery with live virtual tutorials

Duration
Self paced, but must be completed within 16 weeks

Location
Online

AUD $1750

Building Expertise in Transplantation Immunology

Build your expertise in Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (H&I), where immunology, genetics and transplantation medicine meet. Explore HLA genetics, donor–recipient compatibility and immunological risk, and their role in clinical transplantation.

Designed for working professionals, this flexible online course combines self-paced learning with live, expert-led tutorials and case discussions. Develop foundational and advanced HLA knowledge, explore complex clinical cases and connect directly with H&I experts.

Who should enrol?

Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Scientists
Medical Scientists
Laboratory Scientists
Pathology Scientists
Immunologists
Clinical Transplantation Scientists
Transplant Coordinators
Pathology Registrars
Medical Practitioners working in transplantation
Healthcare professionals involved in donor and recipient management
Early-career scientists seeking specialist training in H&I

Why study with us?

Learn from Australian experts in histocompatibility and transplantation immunology
Gain a strong theoretical foundation in HLA science
Complement workplace-based laboratory training
Explore authentic transplantation case studies
Flexible online delivery designed for working professionals
Build confidence in interpreting HLA and immunogenetic data
Connect with colleagues from around Australia
Receive a Certificate of Completion from Flinders University

What you will study

Topics include:

Foundations of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics
HLA Typing Technologies
HLA Antibodies and Sensitisation
Crossmatching and Compatibility Assessment
Solid Organ and Stem Cell Transplantation
Immunogenetics in Clinical Practice
Contemporary Challenges in Transplantation

Assessment

Participants will complete online module assessments throughout the course together with a final assessment to demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this short course, participants will be able to:

Explain the genetic and immunological foundations of the HLA system and its role in transplantation medicine.
Interpret laboratory investigations used in histocompatibility and immunogenetics, including HLA typing, antibody testing and crossmatching.
Apply HLA matching principles and sensitisation profiles to donor-recipient compatibility assessment.
Evaluate immunological risk and integrate HLA data into transplantation decision-making.
Analyse complex transplantation scenarios using contemporary histocompatibility and immunogenetics principles.