Program Goals

By completing this certificate, students will achieve the following learning goals:

1. Explain the steps in the research process;
2. Describe the process for data collection and documentation;
3. Demonstrate an understanding of applicable regulations for conducting clinical trials in the US and other countries;
4. Describe the elements of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Clinical Practices (cGCP); and
5. Understand and demonstrate components of clinical research protocol.

Program Admission

Admission to the Clinical Research Professional certificate Program requires approval of the Program Director and admission to ARCC. In addition, students must hold a completed RN (AS, AD, BSN) degree or a baccalaureate degree in pharmacology, biology or a related field. Please request official college transcripts to be sent to the Office of Records and Registration prior to meeting with the program director.

General Information

College-level competence in English, writing, mathematics, and computer competency should be acquired before entering the BMED programs. All BMED Program requirements are offered at the Coon Rapids Campus.

Completion Requirements

• A minimum of 12 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above must be completed at ARCC.
• A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above is required in program and additional requirements to complete this certificate.
• A minimum grade of C must be earned in all requirements.
• All program requirements must be completed at ARCC.
• All course requirements must be completed before a certificate will be awarded.
• To complete your program, please submit the appropriate application found here.
• The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice.

1st Year