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You’re in the right place! 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Our certification programs are designed to assess a clinical research professional’s understanding of conducting clinical research safely, ethically, and in accordance with the International Conference on Harmonization’s (ICH) efficacy guidelines on: Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Pharmacovigilance, General Considerations for Clinical, Statistical Principles for Clinical Trials, and Clinical Trials in Pediatric Population. To truly serve their purpose, certification exams must assess real-world performance required for specific job roles, reflecting the latest practices and expectations in the field.</p> <p>The intent of a certification program is to evaluate the knowledge and skills of professionals seeking a credential to ensure a desired level of competence. For certification exams to serve their intended goal, the exam must assess the performance that the specific job requires. 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