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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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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.
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Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Simulation
Understanding Clinical Trial Protocols
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
Clinical Researcher—December 2025
Taking inspiration from bodybuilder Robert Cheeke’s observation that “Most of us have the tools we need, we’re just not sure how to use them,” the December issue of Clinical Researcher gathers articles under the theme of “We Have the Tools We Need” from contributors who are hard at work on applying and getting the best out of existing resources in the clinical research enterprise to meet evolving needs in critical trial-related processes, cross-stakeholder relationships, technological challenges, 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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Spring 2026 Initial Certification Regular Registration
January 1 - April 30, 2026
NY Metro Chapter: January 2026 Virtual Course/Study Group for ACRP Certification
January 13, 2026
Mastering the Migration: A Practical Guide for Sites Moving to ICH E6(R3)
January 14, 2026
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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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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.
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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.
Posted November 5, 2018 by Jeremy Glunt.
