Clinical Research
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Program Overview
Humber’s Clinical Research graduate certificate program prepares graduates with the transferable skills needed to build successful careers in a variety of clinical trial management and research sectors. This program focuses on developing the concepts, skills and techniques required to work in the clinical research field. You will gain knowledge and skills in the planning and management of clinical research including practices related to the organization, execution and monitoring of clinical trials. You will learn clinical trial protocol development as part of the principles and processes of clinical trial design.
There is an emphasis on maintaining good clinical practice (GCP) as presented by the International Conference on Harmonization (ICH), along with the importance of data collection, analysis, recording and auditing - all to ensure that clinical trial data are credible and accurate. You will become familiar with the many regulations and guidelines established to ensure trials are conducted ethically and in ways that respect the rights of clinical trial participants, while ensuring the execution of robust scientific research.
Teamwork and communication skills are reinforced throughout the program, and you will acquire the necessary technological skills to assist with data management specific to the field.
You will also benefit from:
- a unique integrated approach
- acquiring a recognized skillset applicable to a wide variety of employment opportunities
- integrative project work that links applied and academic fields
- learning to adapt to the changing field and staying current
- simulation trials mimicking real work experiences
Program Delivery: Courses are scheduled over two 14-week semesters, and are asynchronous, self-directed online modules, with set dates for evaluations. A field experience placement occurs in Semester 3 and is in-person.
This program is not available to international applicants.
Courses
At Humber, courses are delivered in a variety of formats:
In-Person - An in-person course is delivered fully on campus.
Online Asynchronous (A) - An online asynchronous course has no fixed class schedule and allows students to engage with the course at different times according to their needs. Faculty provide modules, which are completed independently by the students according to established deadlines.
Online Synchronous (S) - An online synchronous course is delivered fully online and requires faculty and students to participate in real-time according to a fixed schedule. Classes are scheduled for a specific day and time.
Hybrid - A hybrid course is a combination of in-person and online classes and follows a set schedule. Students must be available to attend in-person classes at scheduled times during the semester.
The chart below outlines the delivery options available for each course in this program, by campus. For some academic terms, there may be more than one delivery option available. You’ll be able to select your preferred options when building your course schedule during open enrolment. Preferences for course delivery will be considered on a first come, first served basis. Some Humber programs are also delivered fully online, where all courses are delivered online.
International students: the impact of studying from outside of Canada on Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility differs significantly based on when you start your program. Please review the PGWP eligibility before choosing your program and course delivery.
| Course code and Name | Delivery Type by Location | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Code | Course Name | North | Lakeshore | IGS | DL/Online |
| Semester 1 | |||||
| CLRE 5000 | Introduction to Clinical Research | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5001 | ICH and Legislation Governing Clinical Research | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5002 | Communications | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5003 | Clinical Laboratory Procedures and Diagnostic Testing | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5004 | Pharmacology | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5005 | Physiology with Pathophysiology | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| Semester 2 | |||||
| CLRE 5500 | Non-Drug Medical Products | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5501 | Organization and Monitoring of Clinical Trials | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5502 | Data Management and Biostatistics | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5503 | Seminars in Clinical Research | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5504 | Clinical Project Management | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5505 | Clinical Documentation | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| CLRE 5610 | Professional Preparation | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| Semester 3 | |||||
| CLRE 5600 | Field Experience - Clinical Research | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
Work-Integrated Learning
Following two online academic semesters, students complete a three-month (450 hours) that provides opportunities to apply and integrate theoretical knowledge and skills into real-world work settings. Field experiences are conducted in a wide range of organizations such as pharmaceutical, natural health products (NHP), medical device and biotechnology companies, as well as contract research organizations, hospitals, government agencies/departments and scientific institutions.
During Semester 3, students complete their learning at field experience sites, and assessments are carried out by assigned supervisors at the site of field experience. While Humber does assist students in finding their field experience by working with industry partners to identify openings, students are responsible for finding their own field experience that is aligned with the learning outcomes of our program.
An Education in High Demand
The medical, pharmaceutical, and natural products industry is facing constant development. As a society focused on health and wellness much attention is being given to the development of new interventions, supplements and drugs as well as improvement of health care. Comprehensive training combined with work experience and previous degrees make Humber students highly marketable.
Clinical Trials
Clinical research involves human studies where products are tested in multiple phases to assess their safety and efficacy. Clinical research is a necessary step (ethical and regulatory) in the development of new therapeutic/diagnostic products. Industry has the responsibility to follow stringent international, federal, and provincial regulations when planning and implementing preclinical and clinical studies; along with the development and manufacturing of medical products.
Responsibilities
Clinical Research Professionals are responsible for conducting clinical trials, which includes planning, designing. and monitoring clinical experimentation and later, analyzing data to draw conclusions about the treatments. Furthermore, they are responsible for carrying out clinical trials in compliance with Good Clinical Practices, clinical trial protocols, international and local regulations. When working in the industry, interactions with medical personnel (nurses and physicians) and plenty of travelling are a regular part of life for a Clinical Research Professional. When employed by a clinic or hospital the Clinical Researchers are responsible for conducting studies at that facility as well as interacting with sponsoring companies regarding the planning and execution of clinical trials.
The Humber Advantage
Industry Recognition
Every year our program receives excellent feedback from the industry regarding the professional preparation of the graduates and the content of the program; our graduates are an important resource for the health care industry. This is an outcome of our ongoing efforts to ensure that students have solid science, medical, and clinical research knowledge.
Superior Program Design
The Clinical Research Graduate Certificate program at Humber is designed, developed and created so that it can be delivered online with high efficiency, during the first two semesters of the program. Subsequently, theoretical learning is extensively applied through hands-on experiences during the third semester, including a 450-hour internship placement.
The fundamental skills are taught, developed, and reinforced throughout the one-year comprehensive program. Work ready graduates are developed in this program to confidently transition into the workforce.
The Humber Experience
The Right Fit
If you are science-oriented, self-regulated, have collaborative interpersonal skills and enjoy managing and working in variety of laboratory and research settings, the Clinical Research program and a career in this field may be for you.
Testimonials
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Your Career
Our graduates typically pursue careers in research settings such as pharmaceutical, medical device and biotechnology industries, hospitals, and research institutes. Their work may help lead to the development of new treatments and therapeutic approaches to enhance the quality of life.
Program Availability
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | Online | Online | Open |
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | Online | Online | Not Available |
Humber is a publicly-funded institution and does not have a public-private partnership. International students graduating from Humber or Humber’s International Graduate School (IGS) are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International Students in Canada who apply for May 2024 start could be eligible for a $1,000 Scholarship*. Apply now
Please note the new International Admissions Process and Provincial Attestation Letters. Read the update
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | Online | Online | Not Available |
Humber is a publicly-funded institution and does not have a public-private partnership. International students graduating from Humber or Humber’s International Graduate School (IGS) are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International Students Out of Canada can Apply through Humber International
Please note the new International Admissions Process and Provincial Attestation Letters. Read the update
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