Barnett’s on-boarding programs provide comprehensive training in key topic areas. From fundamental new-hire training to step-by-step approaches to new program implementation, these extended courses are designed to provide core competency in the subject matter being addressed. On-boarding programs are provided in a live, web-based environment, as self-paced modules or at your location.
15-Hour Clinical Trial Assistant Fundamentals Training Program
Upcoming Courses
Tuesday and Thursday Mornings. No Class April 24.
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Tuesday and Thursday Afternoons.
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Course Description
The 15-hour Clinical Trial Assistant Fundamentals Program focuses on the responsibilities of the Clinical Trial Assistant or Associate (CTA), a key administrative member of a project team at the sponsor or CRO. This course provides CTAs information regarding the drug and medical device development and approval process. Best practice techniques for collecting and managing essential documentation stored in the sponsor’s Trial Master File are covered in detail. Activities such as knowledge checks, case scenarios, and simulation exercises reviewing essential documentation for correctness and completeness provide the learner with a hands-on opportunity to apply knowledge gained from the course in their daily roles.
Prior to the start of the course, participants will receive their login credentials and links to access and download the many class resources and class meeting links. Upon course completion, participants will be provided training certificates. In order to receive accreditation CEUs, participants are required to pass both a mid-term and final exam. Upon completion of the exams, CEU certificates will be provided.
Learning Objectives
- Review FDA regulations and the ICH GCP E6 Guideline for Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Describe the role of the Clinical Trial Assistant and other team members in clinical research
- Describe the investigational product development process: Drug and device
- List essential documentation required in the conduct of clinical research
- Describe the Trial Master File
- Develop tracking tools used in clinical research
- Define investigational product management and accountability in clinical research
- Explain how FDA inspections are conducted at the sponsor and investigative sites
Course Outline
- Module 1: FDA Regulations and ICH GCP
- Module 2: Roles and Responsibilities of the Clinical Research Team
- Module 3: Investigational Product Development: Drug and Medical Device Approval Process, Importance of Investigational Accountability and Issue Management
- Module 4: Essential Documentation and the Trial Master File: Set Up, Maintenance, and Management
- Module 5: Simulation Exercise Case Study: Review of Essential Documentation Forms for Completeness and Acceptance
- Module 6: Review of Simulation Exercise Study and FDA Inspections and Preparedness
Who Should Attend
- Clinical Trial Associates
- Clinical Trial Assistants
- Clinical Coordinators at the sponsor or CRO
NOTE: This course is for individual registrants only and does not allow for group training.
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Instructor
The course will be led by one of the following instructors:
Nikki Christison, B.S., C.C.R.A.,T.I.A.C.R.
Janet Ellen Holwell, C.C.R.C., C.C.R.A., T.I.A.C.R., F.A.C.R.P.
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Course Length and Time
Two 2.5 hours classes/week for 3 weeks.
Registration Fees
$1,695 by Early Bird Deadline
$1,895 after Early Bird Deadline
This course is for individual registrants only and does not allow for group training.
All participants are eligible for “Certificates of Attendance,” and accreditation, provided that accreditation requirements are met.
Accreditation Information
Barnett International is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Participants will receive 15 hours (1.5 CEUs) of continuing education credit for full participation, including the completion of a mid-term exam, final exam, and program evaluation. Barnett International will issue a receipt of completion for earned CEUs within three weeks of program completion. ACPE#: 0778-0000-24-008-L99-P. Released: 4/24.
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