Clinical Research Associate
Overview
The primary role of a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) is to monitor
clinical trials.
The responsibilities of a CRA may include:
- Working directly with pharmaceutical, device or contact research
companies to ensure research is being performed in compliance with the
research protocol, Good Clinical Practices and regulartory standards.
- Traveling extensively within local and regional areas to review
research documentation.
- Communicating effectively with site researchers and staff.
- Managing research projects.
CRAs often have experience working in health care or clinical research
fields with two or more years of experience. In some cases, individuals with
other degrees and backgrounds may participate, with the approval of the
program director.
Program Certificate
This is a 16 credit hour program, available in both the classroom and
online settings.
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