This programme is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to begin or advance a career in clinical research. It offers a solid foundation in the development of new therapies, with a particular emphasis on drug development. Participants will gain insight into the ethical principles guiding research involving human participants, learn about the regulatory and legal frameworks governing clinical studies, and develop core competencies in planning and conducting clinical trials.
Basics of Clinical Research:
The goal of the programme is to provide participants with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to begin a career in clinical research. This includes:
- Understanding the development process of new therapies, with a focus on drug development.
- Learning the key roles and responsibilities within clinical research teams.
- Gaining insight into the planning and conduct of clinical trials.
- Acquiring knowledge of the regulatory and legal framework governing clinical studies.
This continuing education programme has been designed to meet the needs of young clinical research professionals from industry and academia (study nurses, study coordinators, study physicians, clinical trial/research associates, clinical monitors), as well as for new members of ethics committees. Furthermore, it provides an opportunity for graduates from life sciences and medical schools to gain a comprehensive understanding of the phases of clinical research and the practical aspects of clinical trial planning and conduct.
Students who are interested in a broader training on operational aspects of clinical trials including management and leadership skills may be interested in complementing their knowledge through an additional CAS Clinical Research II (Advanced Clinical Trial Management). After successful completion of both the CAS Clinical Research I and the CAS Clinical Research II, it is possible to receive the Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS) Clinical Trial Practice and Management by composition of a diploma thesis and passing a final oral examination.
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