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Clinical Research Education & Mentoring

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There are numerous educational opportunities for UVA research staff of all levels of research experience and understanding, from the novice to the practiced researcher. Online training, classroom education, and individualized mentoring are available to encourage and support clinical research endeavors.

Clinical Research Education Series

iTHRIV Clinical Research Education Session Archive
UVA Health Continuing Education

The School of Medicine, Accredited with Commendation by the ACCME since 1984 and the School of Nursing accredited by the ANCC since 2014 are now collaborating as a Joint Accreditation Provider. This series, developed by Clinical Trials Office (CTO) and Clinical Research Office (CRO) offers training and education focusing on various aspects of clinical research. Attending this series offers clinical research professionals opportunity to stay current on guidelines, regulations, and trends in the conduct of clinical research. Session attendees are eligible for AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s) or ANCC contact hour(s).

Clinical Research Education & Mentoring 

Clinical Research Education & Mentoring (Intranet)

Professional Research Certifications

There are two national organizations that provide education and professional certification of Clinical Research Professionals: the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) and the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA).

ACRP

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Founded in 1976, the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization whose mission is to promote excellence in clinical research and whose vision is that clinical research is performed ethically, responsibly, and professionally everywhere in the world.

For more information regarding ACRP certification visit their website.

SOCRA

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Founded in 1991, the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) is a non-profit, charitable and educational membership organization committed to providing education, certification, and networking opportunities to all persons involved in clinical research activities. SOCRA, the premier educational organization for oncology site coordinators, has now emerged as a leading educational organization for clinical researchers in all therapeutic areas, supporting industry, government and academia.

For more information regarding SOCRA certification visit their website.

iTHRIV CRC Certification Exam Prep Course 

iTHRIV CRC Certification Exam Prep Course – Session Review
This series contains 4 recorded video sessions that touch on material included on clinical research certification exams. Links to additional resources for exam prep provided.

Clinical Research Professionals Email Distribution List

The UVA-CRPs email distribution list is an easy way to communicate with other UVA research staff. The CTO uses the email list to share important information, updates, tips, educational opportunities, as well as other announcements.

To join the email list, contact somctued@uvahealth.org