Certificate in Clinical Research
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Certificate in Clinical Research
About the Program
CCHAP’s Certificate in Clinical Research is designed for anyone looking for an entry-level position in clinical research as clinical research assistant, associate or coordinator. The program is especially useful for those with an undergraduate degree in health or life sciences who are seeking to upskill for careers in clinical research (e.g., post-secondary education in health or life sciences or internationally educated health professionals). This program provides both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in areas such as clinical trial design, research ethics, data management, and regulatory affairs. Students will learn how to support clinical studies by assisting with protocol development, preparing ethics submissions, managing study data, and handling regulatory documentation. Graduates will be prepared to pursue roles in hospitals, academic institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and contract research organizations.
Registered as a career college under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.
Approved as a vocational program under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.
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Who Should take this Course
This program is ideal for individuals with a background in health or life sciences, especially internationally trained professionals looking to transition into clinical research roles in Canada. Roles in this field require strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
The formal admission criteria are as follows:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent*
OR Mature Student Status (18 years or older) with a minimum score of 18 or higher on the Wonderlic SLE (Scholastic Level Exam)
*All foreign credentials must be translated into English and assessed for Grade 12 equivalency by a recognized organization (e.g. WES)
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Our Strength
Why Choose CCHAP
Specialized Institute for Healthcare Professionals
Professional and experienced instructors
Hands-on training
Convenient class schedule
Emphasis on one-to-one support
The graduates of our program receive support in job search and preparing CVs and applications
Ongoing career coaching and guidance from experts in the field
Mentorship that will help to build valuable personal and professional networks
Mentorship that will help to build valuable personal and professional networks
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Credential and Location
Course Details
Duration
22–45 Weeks
In-Class Instruction: 540 hours
No clinical placement required
Credential
Certificate
Approved as a vocational program under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.
Campus
5481 Dundas St. West, Toronto, ON M9B 1B5. Click here to view map .
Tuition fee
For fees, please email info@cchap.ca or call 416-233-7869. Funding and grants are available for eligible students. For domestic students, different funding and fees discounts are available.
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What’s Covered
Course Outline
Clinical Research Principles, Methods & Organization (40 hours)
Microsoft Office Tools Skills (40 hours)
Medical Terminologies (40 hours)
Clinical Research Ethics: Guidelines and Practices (20 hours)
Clinical Study Designs and Methods (40 hours)
Pre-clinical Studies & Drug Development (40 hours)
Healthcare Data Analytics (40 hours)
Medical Publications & Reporting Guidelines (40 hours)
Clinical Study Conduct & Monitoring (40 hours)
Data Collection & Database Management (40 hours)
Pharmacovigilance & Adverse Event Reporting (20 hours)
Regulatory Affairs and Submissions (20 hours)
Occupational Health & Safety, WHMIS, First Aid, CPR (20 hours)
Capstone Project: Protocol Development (40 hours)
Capstone Project: Research Analyses (40 hours)
Communication Skills & Career Preparation (20 hours)
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