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When you become an ACRP member, you’re joining a network with a global reach—and so much more. Our member community of 20,000 clinical research professionals look to us for gold-standard education, rigorous certification, and indispensable connections.

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For organizations who want to provide their clinical study teams with continuous, ongoing education and professional development resources, Organization Membership is a turnkey and scalable solution.

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ACRP honors the 2024 Certification Milestone Achievers, an exclusive group of nearly 1,700 professionals who have consistently proven their commitment to conducting clinical trials safely, ethically, and to the highest standard.

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ACRP Certified professionals say their achievement results in increased job responsibility, more employment and advancement opportunities, and recognition—including promotions, bonuses, and salary increases.

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Getting Started in Clinical Research

Interested in a career in clinical research? You’re in the right place! Explore career options, resources, and more to help you find your first opportunity in clinical research.

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Clinical Researcher—October 2025

The October issue of Clinical Researcher focuses on “Empowering the People Behind the Processes,” offering up a collection of insights on how humans impact the inner workings of clinical trials and vice versa. We hear from a variety of professionals who delve into such areas as the attitudes of primary/urgent care providers toward trials; the importance of productive interrelationships between sponsors, CROs, and sites; the many, and often misunderstood, duties of institutional review boards; the changing role of clinical research associates in technology-driven environments; and more.

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The First-Ever Workforce Survey on the State of the Clinical Research Enterprise

ACRP asked the clinical research community about changes over the past five to 10 years, the present situation, expectations for the future, and the opportunities to invest in improvements.

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- Western NY Chapter: Mind the Gaps – How to Keep Site, CRO, and Sponsor in Sync
  
  November 6, 2025
- NY Metro Chapter: Beyond the Protocol: Decision-Making and Critical Thinking in Clinical Research (ACRP 2025 Conference Replay)
  
  November 6, 2025
- PNW Chapter: 2025 Seattle Social and Casual Networking Happy Hour
  
  November 6, 2025
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Discounted Rates for ACRP 2026

ACRP members save $200 on their ACRP 2026 registration—or $400 when a pre-conference workshop is also selected. With a low membership fee of $160/year, you’ll immediately recoup your investment when you register for the conference.

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ACRP empowers organizations to trust that their studies are in the hands of qualified professionals. When trained and credentialed by ACRP, clinical research teams have the competence and confidence organizations can trust to deliver excellence and maintain integrity in clinical research.

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Organization Membership

For organizations who need to provide their staff with on-demand access to foundational clinical research training and continuing education, ACRP Organization Membership is a turnkey and scalable solution.

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Advance Yourself

When you become an ACRP member, you’re joining a network with a global reach—and so much more. Our member community of 20,000 clinical research professionals look to us for gold-standard education, rigorous certification, and indispensable connections.

Membership Benefits

Organization Membership

For organizations who want to provide their clinical study teams with continuous, ongoing education and professional development resources, Organization Membership is a turnkey and scalable solution.

Organization Membership
Learning
In this Section
Popular Training Courses

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Simulation

Understanding Clinical Trial Protocols

Building Quality Management Systems

Site Quality Management Tools

Guidelines and Regulations Resource Center

ACRP is committed to being a trusted source for all professionals whose roles involve conducting and leading clinical research. Access the most accurate and up-to-date information related to clinical research guidelines and regulations.

Explore Resources
Certification
In this Section
Our Programs
ACRP Certification Milestone Achievers

ACRP honors the 2024 Certification Milestone Achievers, an exclusive group of nearly 1,700 professionals who have consistently proven their commitment to conducting clinical trials safely, ethically, and to the highest standard.

Learn More
Careers
In this Section
Boost Your Prospects with ACRP Certification

ACRP Certified professionals say their achievement results in increased job responsibility, more employment and advancement opportunities, and recognition—including promotions, bonuses, and salary increases.

Learn More

Getting Started in Clinical Research

Interested in a career in clinical research? You’re in the right place! Explore career options, resources, and more to help you find your first opportunity in clinical research.

Learn More
Insights
In this Section
Clinical Researcher—October 2025

The October issue of Clinical Researcher focuses on “Empowering the People Behind the Processes,” offering up a collection of insights on how humans impact the inner workings of clinical trials and vice versa. We hear from a variety of professionals who delve into such areas as the attitudes of primary/urgent care providers toward trials; the importance of productive interrelationships between sponsors, CROs, and sites; the many, and often misunderstood, duties of institutional review boards; the changing role of clinical research associates in technology-driven environments; and more.

Read October 2025 Issue

View Archives

The First-Ever Workforce Survey on the State of the Clinical Research Enterprise

ACRP asked the clinical research community about changes over the past five to 10 years, the present situation, expectations for the future, and the opportunities to invest in improvements.

Explore Insights >
Events
In this Section
Upcoming Events
- Western NY Chapter: Mind the Gaps – How to Keep Site, CRO, and Sponsor in Sync
  
  November 6, 2025
- NY Metro Chapter: Beyond the Protocol: Decision-Making and Critical Thinking in Clinical Research (ACRP 2025 Conference Replay)
  
  November 6, 2025
- PNW Chapter: 2025 Seattle Social and Casual Networking Happy Hour
  
  November 6, 2025
View All Events
Discounted Rates for ACRP 2026

ACRP members save $200 on their ACRP 2026 registration—or $400 when a pre-conference workshop is also selected. With a low membership fee of $160/year, you’ll immediately recoup your investment when you register for the conference.

ACRP Membership

Conference Registration
Employer Services
In this Section
Advancing People Advancing Health™

ACRP empowers organizations to trust that their studies are in the hands of qualified professionals. When trained and credentialed by ACRP, clinical research teams have the competence and confidence organizations can trust to deliver excellence and maintain integrity in clinical research.

Learn About Employer Services >

Organization Membership

For organizations who need to provide their staff with on-demand access to foundational clinical research training and continuing education, ACRP Organization Membership is a turnkey and scalable solution.

Learn More

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