The Association of Clinical Research Professionals

Member Benefits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 16,500 clinical research professionals look to ACRP for gold-standard education, rigorous certification, and indispensable connections.

ACRP is here to advance YOU—in every stage of your career.​

​Start your new ACRP membership experience with some of our most valuable benefits and perks to help advance your connections, education, and career.

  • Continuing Education​

    On-Demand Access to 20+ Training Programs—Including Good Clinical Practice and Human Subject Protection—and 100+ Continuing Education Programs. ACRP members have exclusive access to free webinars and trainings (without contact hours) and can save between $30 and $200 on training programs (with contact hours).

  • ACRP 2025​

    The premier education and networking conference for clinical research professionals is happening in New Orleans, Thursday, April 24 – Sunday, April 27. ACRP members save $200 on registration (or $400 when you also attend a pre-conference workshop).

  • ACRP Certification​

    Propel your career with the most reputable credentialing program in clinical research. ACRP members earn our lowest rates on registration, exam prep, testing, and maintenance fees—a savings from $240 to $1100 during the two-year certification cycle.*

  • ACRP Chapters​

    Members often find deep connections to ACRP through their local chapter. ACRP’s 42 Chapters offer events, education, an engaged network, and other benefits tailored to local interests.

  • ACRP Career Center

Joining the ACRP Career Center immediately exposes your resume to employers actively looking for talent like you. ACRP members have exclusive access to expert career advice, a digital “interview coach” tool, and an offer analyzer tool to help evaluate your job offer against what the market pays today.

  • Volunteer Opportunities​

    ACRP members are encouraged to explore volunteer opportunities—a great way to support the profession, develop leadership skills, and help advance the missions of ACRP and the Academy. Members who have made substantial contributions to the association and the clinical research industry can apply for ACRP Fellowship (FACRP).

  • White Papers and Reports​

    ACRP’s exclusive industry research, white papers, and training toolkits keep members informed of the challenges and opportunities in clinical research workforce development through thought leadership.

  • ACRP Community​

    Access to a dynamic member-exclusive discussion groups where you can tap into the shared knowledge of your peers. Gain insight from colleagues across the industry. Share your professional and personal experiences and contribute to knowledge-sharing.

  • Discounts​

    ACRP Members enjoy exclusive savings on products and services, including ACRP Certification, the ACRP Annual Conference, contact hour webinars, and more.

Need Help Making the Case to Your Employer? Our customizable membership justification letter can help you gain support from your supervisor.

Download Membership Justification Letter

Have Questions About ACRP Membership? Explore our FAQs page or contact our Customer Care team.

*Savings on ACRP Certification depends on numerous factors, including the date of initial registration, training courses and prep packages selected, testing success, how ACRP Contact Hours are earned, and more.

 

Industrialized Membership

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$160/year*

Available Globally

Student Membership

$60/year*

Discounted Rates Available for Students Who Meet Eligibility Requirements and Submit Application

 

Emerging Market Membership

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$70/year*

Available Only in Emerging Market Countries

Fellow Membership

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$160/year*

Available Only to Current ACRP Members Who Meet Eligibility Criteria and Submit Application

Organization Membership

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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. With ACRP Membership, study teams stay engaged with the profession and get the tools they need to flourish.

*Membership dues are non-refundable. Consideration will be given if the following qualifying conditions are met by the requesting individual: a) Individual Membership was purchased within 60 days of date of refund request; and b) Individual requesting a refund of previously paid membership dues is currently enrolled through an Organization Membership. Exceptions: If the individual requesting refund meets condition b and was enrolled in automatic payments at time of purchase.