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Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Foundations Training Program - Community Applicants

About the Program

This training program focuses on teaching foundational skills needed to become a clinical research coordinator (CRC). Clinical research coordinators play a crucial role in managing clinical trials, overseeing various stages from beginning to end. The program includes lectures, in-class activities, field trips, and hands-on experiences like shadowing and on the job experience. The program aims to develop student skills, knowledge, and abilities to qualify for entry level career positions after graduation.

What to expect:

  • 16 weeks of in-person training and on-line self-study totaling up to 15 hours per week. A stipend will provided to accepted students.
  • Class will be held in-person on Thursdays, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. 
  • Shadowing and workshops will be held on Tuesdays between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Possible paid part-time internship
  • Support with job applications and interview preparation 

 

  • Resume
  • Unofficial transcript
  • Medical terminology familiarity
  • Completion of anatomy and physiology course(s) preferred
  • Brief interview with selection committee upon receipt of application
  • Prior experience in a medical setting (paid or volunteer) is preferred
  • Upon successful application submission and selection committee interview, student must complete medical clearance and background check
  • Desire and ability to work full time after completion of the program
  • Completed application form
  • Willingness to commute or relocate for a job opportunity preferred

  • Explain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to be a competent clinical research coordinator
  • Describe the different study designs and aspects of protocols
  • Describe the general roles and responsibilities of the study personnel
  • Describe the required essential documents and documentation best practices for a clinical trial
  • Describe the subject recruitment and retention process
  • Describe investigational product (IP) management process
  • Describe study communication best practices
  • Describe the feasibility, site qualification, and site selection process
  • Describe a regulatory and ethical informed consent process
  • Describe the elements and purpose of good clinical practice (GCPs)
  • Describe the monitoring process and the CRC’s role in supporting monitoring
  • Define the types of adverse events (AEs) and processes for capturing, assessing, and reporting AEs
Frequently Asked Questions

The program is delivered in-person over 16 weeks, two days a week. Lectures, activities, and field trips take place on Thursdays. Shadowing opportunities are scheduled on Tuesdays.

We do not offer college or university credit for this course. If you plan to use this course for Work Experience credit, please consult your program director.

The program can be completed in 16 weeks.

Tuition and fees for accepted students are fully waived by our program for community applicants. Tuition includes all course materials as well as any ancillary fees (parking, etc.). We also provide enrolled students with stipends to offset time taken off work to complete this course.

Yes, all students are required to come to class on Thursdays. Community students are also required to be on campus for shadowing on Tuesdays. Class and shadowing take place on the UC Davis Health campus in Sacramento, California.

The program is led by a UC Davis Health senior clinical research professional and features several experienced clinical research professionals as field trip guests. 

For more information, please reach out to the Education Program Manager, Olga Kishchenko. 

Phone: 916-813-1214

Email: okishchenko@ucdavis.edu