Certification Opportunities

The Office of Clinical Investigative Services promotes education and training for all MCG research staff. The OCIS participates in the MCG Coordinator University, Research Coordinators United in Excellence (RESCUE), and the OHRP Research Team Orientation programs. Upon request. the OCIS will provide training on the MCG research approval process, contract negotiation, creating a realistic study budget, study patient scheduling and billing, and other specific clinical research topics. 

The OCIS also encourages research staff to obtain the highest possible level of expertise in their field. The OCIS will reimburse MCG employees the cost of the exam when they pass it to become a Certified Research Coordinator (CRC) or a Certified Research Associate (CRA). This certification is available through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP). The ACRP is the most widely recognized certification entity for clinical research staff. There is an ACRP chapter in Augusta that offers continuing education units, training, and networking. For more information see www.acrpnet.org.

For questions about reimbursement for the certification exam, please contact the OCIS Research Review office at 706/721-6247.