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Suzanne Rose

Make the Case for Data Specialists to Relieve CRCs, Boost Trial Profits

BlogFebruary 8, 2022

“Studies show CRCs spend about 25% of their time on data. Free them up from it, and they’ll have more time to enroll more patients and conduct more trials.”
Nadege T. Gunn

Diversify the Clinical Trial Workforce to Drive Patient Population Diversity

BlogFebruary 3, 2022

“I’ve heard too much talk and not seen enough action.” Expert says it’s time to put muscle behind efforts to increase diversity in clinical research.
Maryellen May

Managers Face Struggles Helping Employees Battle Burnout

BlogJanuary 28, 2022

When it comes to burnout, “If you see it, say it.” Check out these practical tips for making sure your teams don’t burn out.
Theresa Kump

Savvy Clinical Trial Practitioners Craft Their Own Upward Career Paths

BlogJanuary 27, 2022

In an industry not noted for its clear paths to promotions or new roles, it’s often up to clinical researchers to craft their own passage to career advancement.
Libbi Rickenbacher

Decentralized Trials Fuel New Era of Patient-Centric Focus

BlogJanuary 26, 2022

It shouldn't have taken a pandemic to push forward new ways of conducting clinical trials, expert says. “We should have already been there.”
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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

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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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    • Clinical Research Glossary

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    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

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    • The Academy
    • Verify ACRP Certification
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    • CCRC® Certification
    • CCRA® Certification
    • CPI® Certification
    • ACRP-MDP® Specialty
    • ACRP-PM® Specialty

    ACRP Certification Milestone Achievers

    ACRP honors the 2025 Certification Milestone Achievers, an exclusive group of nearly 1,500 professionals who have consistently proven their commitment to conducting clinical trials safely, ethically, and to the highest standard.

    Learn More

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    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

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    • ACRP Blog
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    • White Papers & Reports
    • ACRP Resource Centers

    Clinical Researcher—February 2026

    With predictable and not-so-predictable sea changes in the conduct of clinical trials buffeting the global enterprise, the February issue of Clinical Researcher delivers expert insights on the theme of “Steady as She Goes: Maintaining Trial Progress in a Dynamic Research Environment” from contributors who explore the depths of challenges tied to informed consent, study start-up, ICH E6(R3), clinical operations, and more.

    Read February 2026 Issue

    View Archives

    A Pragmatic Guide for Migrating Investigator Sites to ICH E6(R3)

    This new report focuses on what sites need to do as their teams roll up their sleeves and convert their policies, checklists, quality improvement tools, and operations from ICH E6(R2) to R3. Download >

     

  • Events

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    • Colorado Chapter: Maintaining Data Integrity from Collection to Reporting and Everything in Between (ACRP 2024 Conference Replay)

      April 6, 2026

    • Virginia Chapter: AI in Medicine: Past, Present, and Future

      April 8, 2026

    • St. Louis Chapter: Assessing and Managing Study Coordinator Workload (ACRP 2025 Conference Replay)

      April 8, 2026

    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

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    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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