New workbooks are on the table, lab equipment is ready, and our education specialists eagerly await new learners. At 9 AM, participants from different countries enter the GenDx education room to dive into the world of HLA typing. This marks the start of the accredited course “Become an Expert in NGS HLA Typing”, held at GenDx Headquarters from October 2nd to 4th.

Course Overview: What You’ll Learn

Our course begins with theoretical presentation that covers every step of HLA typing process. After this follows a lab practice day and analysis exercises. This structure gives learners a comprehensive understanding of the NGSgo® workflow. Furthermore, participants have a great chance to work closely with GenDx specialists who develop the reagents and software.

“We were thrilled to welcome participants from across the globe, including the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Spain, South Africa, Austria, France, Germany, and India. These almost 2.5 days were filled with fruitful discussions and new learning experiences. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the event’s success!” – said Dr. Samara Rosendo Machado-van den Akker, Technical Support Specialist at GenDx and host of the training.

At GenDx, sharing knowledge is part of our DNA. Our course provides both theoretical and practical HLA typing experience, hands-on data analysis training with NGSengine®, and an ACHI-accredited certificate with 3 Continuing Education Credits (CECs). Moreover, participants can bring their own data for analysis and discussion during the course.

Hear from Our Graduates

Here’s what our learners say about this course:

“Thrilled to have completed the NGS HLA typing “Become an Expert” training course in Utrecht, Netherlands, hosted by GenDx. It was an enriching experience – learning new techniques, gaining deeper insights, and connecting with professionals in the field. Looking forward to applying these new skills and knowledge in my work!”

“I arrived with very basic knowledge in HLA, and by the end of the course, I realized that I have solidified certain concepts that I previously didn’t fully understand. Additionally, I believe the time distribution was excellent, as each topic was explored in a very applied manner. From my perspective, the practical component is a great success, as carrying out the protocol is the only way to learn about its nuances and benefits. Moreover, the practical exercises were very revealing for understanding both the software’s potential and the different plausible scenarios that can arise during sample analysis. This has undoubtedly been the best course I have attended throughout my training.”

“Well done to the organizing committee. I thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of this course and would recommend it to all colleagues.”

Register for our Upcoming Course

If you have foundational knowledge in HLA typing and want to build your expertise, join our next training from March 26-28, 2025. Seats fill up fast, so be sure to reserve your spot soon. For details and registration, visit this page.

See you at the next training course!