Graduate Certificate in Good Clinical Practices

The program provides students with knowledge and practical experience in new drug and medical device development. In addition, the courses and experiences provide a base of competence that individuals can use to seek employment in the pharmaceutical industry and the academic clinical research environment or by those currently employed by industry or academia to gain additional competencies.

Successful applicants to the Graduate Certificate in Good Clinical Practice will have demonstrated a sincere desire for a career focusing on clinical research and development. Applicants must be fully aware of the differences in their career path from one in basic research, discovery research, or device invention.

Applicants must also meet the following program requirements. Requirements may be more stringent than the minimum graduate school requirements.

Earned a Bachelor of Science or Arts. While previous studies in the sciences, engineering, or health care are preferred, applicants may come from a wide variety of undergraduate (or post-graduate) areas of study including, but not limited to: nursing, pre-med, biology, chemistry, mathematics, science education, pharmacy, engineering, business, computer science, psychology, social sciences, pre-law, etc. Applicants with M.A., M.S., Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. degrees are encouraged to apply.
Have a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in the last 60 semester/90 quarter units of coursework.
Applicants should have excellent computer skills.
Prior experience in a relevant industry is highly desirable but not required.
Submit two letters of support
Submit a statement of 500 words or more concerning career objectives.
Based on further documentation, the Program Director may waive any formal program requirements to consider other factors on a case-by-case basis. For example, work experience in a related field, life experience, fluency in multiple languages, or other cultural knowledge may be considered and prior academic performance.

International Applicants

Applicants who possess a Bachelor's degree from a post-secondary institution in a country where English is not the principal spoken language must satisfy one of the following tests of English language proficiency:

TOEFL: 84 iBT
IELTS: 6.5
Pearson English Language Test (PTE): 58
Applicants who submit English Language Proficiency exam scores must also complete ESLN 565 if admitted.

Applicants should note that a high degree of proficiency in both written and oral communications in English is a fundamental skill required to complete the degree program and succeed in the field. Applicants who are unsure of their skill level in either spoken or written English are advised to consult with the Program Director/Advisor.