CLIN10100 - Introduction to Clinical Research: Protocol Development

Course Description

This course is designed for those interested in starting a career in clinical research. It provides an overview of clinical research from concept to close-out and covers the foundation of how to develop a sound and effective protocol with participant’s safety and regulatory compliance in-mind. Students will have an opportunity to discuss the various elements of protocol development, including testing study feasibility, design, population, procedures, ethics, investigator(s) and staffs’ knowledge and expertise, and site resources and facilities.

Course Outline

• Learn the basics of clinical research and how to develop a well-planned protocol
• Understand what is required to initiate a successful clinical research, from concept to protocol development
• Apply the learning from discussion and reading to real-world understanding and preparation of a well-planned protocol
• Gain understanding and insight of the various aspects necessary to develop a successful protocol
• Practice teamwork and networking with colleagues (fellow students and others)
• Develop the understanding of the complexities of clinical research and the rewards of exercising diligence in developing a well-planned protocol as an initial first step towards a successful clinical study