"Conducting Clinical Trials A-Z"

What Trainings are required and available?      

The following table provides information on mandatory trainings some of which apply to all and others to specific groups of clinical research personnel.  In addition research education and skill development opportunities are included.   For full descriptions of regular training programs and schedules, see the UKCRO education web page. In addition, visit the UK research web site for currently offered seminars and the UK Sponsored Projects Development site for grant writing workshops.  

 Click here for table of currently required and optional Clinical Research Trainings

National Training & Certifications Programs
Investigator Certification:
Certification as a Clinical Investigator and Coordinators signifies commitment to excellence and special knowledge of clinical trial management. Certification assists the public, other health care professionals and the industry by identifying standards for professional practice.  The following organizations provide training programs and certifications that are recognized by the research industry.

•     Drug Information Association
http://www.diahome.org/docs/CIC/CIC_Index.cfm

•     Association of Clinical Research Professionals
ACRP Certification

•     American Academy of Pharmaceutical Physicians
http://aapp.org/file/php?ID=Certification+Info

Coordinator Certification:

Certification is granted in recognition of documented work experience and after successful performance on a multiple-choice exam.  In addition to the professional benefits of certification, the University of Kentucky has Clinical Research Coordinator and Clinical Research Nurse job families in which certification is a means for advancement. Contact human resources for information.

•     Association of Clinical Research Professionals            http://www.acrpnet.org/certification/fda/crc/index.html

•     Society of Clinical Research Associates
http://www.socra.org/html/certific.htm