Clinical Research Professionals
Flexible. Competency-Based. Career-Enhancing
The CANTRAIN Clinical Research Professionals (CRPs) Training Program supports Canada’s clinical trial workforce by offering inclusive, high-quality and competency-based education. Designed for CRPs beginning their career or already working in clinical research, the program delivers flexible learning pathways to support real-world application, skill development and career progression.
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Internships and Practicums in Clinical Trials Research for Clinical Research Professionals, Early Career Researchers, and New Investigators
In partnership with HRBC and fully funded by HRBC, CANTRAIN proudly supports internship and practicum opportunities designed to build real-world experience in clinical trials. This pilot program focuses on Clinical Research Professionals and Early Career Researchers at Canadian academic centres, offering inter-institutional exchanges to foster skill development, knowledge sharing, and retention of highly qualified personnel in the public sector.
Eligibility: Open to applicants based in British Columbia.
Deadline: Rolling until March 31, 2026.
Bootcamp Clinical Research Professional (CRP) Program
Our Bootcamp CRP program is a flexible, competency-based training experience built to empower both new and seasoned Clinical Research Professionals. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, this program delivers the essential knowledge and hands-on tools to thrive in Canada’s clinical trial landscape.
What You’ll Learn:
- Master the CRP role and the full clinical study life cycle
- Run externally sponsored trials with confidence and precision
- Lead investigator-initiated trials (IITs) including managing responsibilities when serving as a lead site
Learners are encouraged to complete the CANTRAIN Common Core Foundation before beginning CRP courses.
Program Overview
Program objectives
- Equip CRPs with the knowledge and skills for effective, ethical and safe clinical trial conduct
- Improve real-life workplace performance through competency-based training
- Offer flexible, tailored learning options for varying roles, responsibilities and experience levels
- Support the CRP workforce by enhancing recruitment, retention, and professional develpoment opportunities
Who this program is for
- Newly hired or transitioning CRPs (e.g. lab, admin, data professionals
- Clinical reserach coordinators (CRCs)
- Nurse coordinators, research nurses, regulatory specialists
- Project, quality, clinical research managers
Clinical monitors - Experienced CRPs seeking advanced skills
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