Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research

Northern Kentucky University

The Clinical Research certificate is designed for students with a variety of undergraduate degrees, as well as graduate students seeking further education. For those already working in the field of clinical research, completion of the certificate will provide information to aide in sitting for the SOCRA exam. This certificate is designed for students who ultimately seek careers in the clinical research industry, and may lead to opportunities for positions including those in clinical project management, clinical data management, pharmacovigilance, clinical monitoring, and many others.Students will learn the principles of drug development and how clinical trials are conducted from knowledgeable professionals working in the field of clinical research. Students will also learn other applicable skills, including how to communicate with key stakeholders in the clinical trial process, and will learn in detail about the various stakeholders and participants of a clinical trial, including the biopharmaceutical company, CRO, research sites, vendors, labs, regulatory authorities and more. This program can be completed as an introduction into clinical research, or can offer a deeper understanding of the clinical trial process for those already working in the field. The Clinical Research Certificate is designed for those individuals interested in a future career in Clinical Research.