On-demand theory
Material available in the virtual campus so you can advance at your own pace.
Clinical research training
Clinical Research Training for Healthcare Professionals
Practical clinical research training for healthcare professionals who want to build a career in the pharmaceutical industry, CROs and research sites. Learn with instructors working in the industry, through workshops, simulations, professional guidance and a community focused on career development.
What is clinical research and why does it require specific training?
Clinical research covers the studies that evaluate the safety and efficacy of treatments, devices and procedures in humans. It runs inside a demanding regulatory and quality framework, with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ICH-E6 R3 guiding every step of the process.
Working in the sector means handling regulatory documentation, specific systems, data traceability and decision criteria that are not learned through clinical care alone. Specific training is therefore the usual starting point before joining a sponsor, a CRO or a research site.
ECR Academy is a professional academy and community focused on supporting healthcare professionals as they grow and enter the pharmaceutical and clinical trials industry, combining technical training, practice with simulators and professional guidance.
Who can train in clinical research?
Programs are designed for professionals and advanced students in health and related sciences who want to move into the industry.
Backgrounds
- Medicine
- Biochemistry and Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Midwifery
- Physical therapy and Nutrition
- Biology and Biotechnology
- Psychology
- Other health and related sciences
Methodology: theory, practice and professional judgment
Every program combines theory, hands-on application and personalized feedback on the work submitted.
Live sessions
Synchronous classes with instructors currently working in the industry.
Workshops and assignments
Applied exercises on documentation and real work situations.
Simulations
Practice with simulators of the systems and documents used in a clinical trial.
Case resolution
Analysis of situations to build judgment and decision-making.
Final integrative assessment
Closing evaluation with feedback on performance.
Available programs
Three practical training paths to enter and grow in the clinical research industry.
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Professional Repositioning
1:1 mentorship focused on career transition and strategic positioning.
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Clinical Trial Monitoring
Technical training focused on the CRA role, with hands-on practice using CTMS, CRF, TMF, and IWRS simulators.
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English for Job Interviews in Clinical Research
Practical training created together with Sharpline Life Sciences to help you confidently handle a job interview in English within the clinical research industry.
ApplyHands-on training with simulators
ECR Academy is a pioneer in LATAM in using simulators of the systems involved in running a clinical trial: CTMS, CRF/eCRF, TMF and IWRS/IRT.
Practicing with simulators means working on documentation, records and real situations of the role, not only on their theoretical description.
Employability and professional development
Technical training + practice + guidance + community + employability.
The purpose of the training is that you understand how the industry works, develop the competencies teams need and improve your professional positioning: CV, LinkedIn profile, technical vocabulary and interview preparation.
Guidance is part of the program: orientation on roles, possible paths based on your profile and feedback on how you present yourself professionally.
ECR Academy does not guarantee interviews, hiring or job placement. The work focuses on developing competencies and professional positioning.
Community and networking
Being part of ECR Academy means joining a community of professionals from across Latin America who share information, experiences and learning opportunities.
The community includes talks, meetings and exchange spaces focused on professional development within clinical research.
Frequently asked questions about clinical research training
Where can I study clinical research?
ECR Academy offers hybrid clinical research training for healthcare professionals in Latin America, with on-demand theory, live sessions, practical workshops and simulators of the industry systems.
What training do I need to work in clinical research?
There is no single mandatory degree. A professional background in health or related sciences is usually required, plus specific training in Good Clinical Practice, regulations, study documentation and the systems used to run a clinical trial.
What is a CRA?
A CRA (Clinical Research Associate) monitors clinical trials: verifies that the study follows the protocol, Good Clinical Practice and applicable regulations, reviews data and documentation, and acts as the link between the sponsor or CRO and the research site.
Does ECR Academy include practical training?
Yes. Practice is central: workshops, assignments, case resolution and simulations using the systems and documents involved in a clinical trial.