The Association of Clinical Research Professionals
Exam Preparation
Congratulations on your decision to earn the most recognized and respected endorsement of clinical research competency — ACRP Certification. As you start this important journey in your career, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
This video offers a comprehensive overview designed to help guide you along your journey toward ACRP Certification and discusses suggestions for:
Determining which exam is right for you.
How to prepare for your exam.
The importance of Exam Content Outlines and International Conference on Harmonisation Guidelines.
Beginning July 15, 2026, the ICH E6(R3) Guideline for Good Clinical Practice will replace E6(R2) across all ACRP examinations. On August 12, 2026, updated Practice Exams with questions based on ICH E6(R3) will be available for purchase.
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Guidelines
ACRP Certification and Specialty exams are based on the following ICH Guidelines and the Declaration of Helsinki:
The Examination Content Outline (ECO) serves as the blueprint for each certification exam. Exam questions are developed from the knowledge and tasks defined in the ECO, so reviewing it can help candidates identify topics that may appear on the exam and assess areas where additional preparation may be needed.
On August 12, 2026, updated Practice Exams with questions based on ICH E6(R3) will be available for purchase.
The Academy of Clinical Research Professionals, the independent affiliate responsible for developing and administering ACRP’s certification programs, does not require, endorse, recommend, sponsor, nor participate in the development of any exam preparation resources. The exam preparation materials available on this website have been independently developed by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP). ACRP strongly discourages the use of any exam preparation resources from external sources.
ACRP Certification Exam Practice Exercise
This online exercise includes 50 multiple-choice questions from retired exam questions, and their correct answers, to help you familiarize yourself with the exam format and sit with confidence during your exam.
On August 12, 2026, updated Practice Exams with questions based on ICH E6(R3) will be available for purchase.
ACRP ICH E6(R3)Gap Analysis Tool
This self-assessment tool helps clinical research professionals identify strengths and knowledge gaps in their understanding of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP), with particular emphasis on the principles and concepts reflected in ICH E6(R3).
Designed to assess rather than teach, this tool evaluates your current knowledge across four progressively challenging levels.
Throughout the assessment, you’ll receive immediate feedback and recommendations that identify opportunities for further learning. After each level, a personalized summary highlights knowledge gaps that would benefit from additional study.