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Clinical Research Coordinator

Associate of Applied Science

Launch your career in clinical research with the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) AAS degree. This hands-on program prepares you to enter the clinical research field with the skills needed to support clinical trials for new drugs, devices and therapies. You’ll receive training in FDA regulations, ethics, protocol compliance, electronic data capture (EDC) systems and data management.

You'll also develop essential professional skills through interprofessional collaboration and direct interaction with industry-standard tools used in today’s research environments.

Ideal for students looking to make a real-world impact in healthcare, this degree opens pathways to roles such as Clinical Research Coordinator, Clinical Research Assistant, and Regulatory Assistant — all in a rapidly growing field.

What You Will Learn

  • FDA regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
  • Research design and compliance
  • Human Subject Protections (HSP) and Ethics
  • Clinical skills and patient management
  • Data management and Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems
  • Professional communication and team building

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Program At a Glance

  • Length of Program

    2 years (full time, including summer)

  • Study Methods

    In Person | Online

  • West Campus | Online

  • Title IV Financial Aid eligible
  • Transfer Options Available
  • This program has additional admission requirements
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Get Ready to Stand Out

This AAS degree prepares you to sit for national certification exams through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) and the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) — a major step toward building credibility and advancing your career in the field.

"In this program, we went through the clinical trial process from start to finish. That is a lot of information to learn. You learn all the ins and outs, the regulations, good clinical practice - essentially how to keep patients safe while also gathering the information you need. When I completed the program, I felt as prepared as you can be to work in the field."
Kailey
CRC AAS graduate
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Support When You Need It

Not sure if this is the right path for you? Schedule an appointment with an advisor to:

  • Discuss program options and pathways to a bachelor’s degree
  • Learn about funding and financial aid
  • Get personalized guidance to reach your goals
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