CRCCRTU - Clinical Research Coordination

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Emergency Medicine Undergraduate Certificate CERTU - Undergraduate Certificate

Program Type

Undergraduate Certificate

College

College of Medicine - Tucson

Career

Undergraduate

Program Description

The certificate program is designed for students who are new to clinical research or seeking to enter a related field. Students in the program will gain a foundational understanding of clinical research coordination, with a focus on gaining competencies and skills needed to begin a career as a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC). Students will develop competencies in preparing and submitting required documentation; recruiting, screening and enrolling research human participants; and performing follow-up activities. Students will also gain hands-on experience by participating in ongoing research studies.

The program was developed in accordance with the standards of the Society for Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) and the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP). This UA Certificate prepares graduates for national certification examinations offered by these organizations.

Learning Outcomes

- Demonstrate proficiency in clinical research design and conduct within regulatory and ethical guidelines.
- Demonstrate the ability to recruit and enroll patients into clinical research trials.
- Demonstrate proficiency in monitoring a clinical study.