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Clinical Research

Available Programs

Help shape the future of healthcare through Pima’s Clinical Research program. Clinical research is a vital branch of healthcare that tests how safe and effective new drugs, devices and treatments are before they reach patients. In this field, you can make a real impact—supporting the studies that shape the future of medicine.

Pima’s Clinical Research program gives you the hands-on knowledge and skills to thrive in this growing industry. You’ll learn about FDA regulations, research design, ethics, patient management and clinical data systems. You’ll learn through a 90% online format, with two in-person courses at our cutting-edge Center of Excellence in Health Professions. Whether you’re preparing to become a Clinical Research Coordinator, Research Assistant, or work in regulatory compliance, you’ll graduate ready to step into a high-demand, high-impact career.

Completing our Clinical Research Coordinator program prepares you for entry-level roles like:

  • Clinical Research Assistant
  • Clinical Research Coordinator
  • Regulatory Compliance Coordinator
  • Research Data Coordinator
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Nationally Accredited, Career-Ready

Pima’s Clinical Research program is one of fewer than 10 accredited clinical research programs in the nation — giving you a competitive edge as you enter this in-demand field.

Degrees & Certificates

At Pima, our programs are designed to help you build your skills as you go. The CRC program offers an associate degree for those new to the field and a post-degree certificate for individuals who already hold a degree (advanced healthcare AAS or Bachelors in any discipline) and are seeking to transition into clinical research.

Associate of Applied Science, Clinical Research Coordinator

Prepare for a career in clinical research with Pima’s CRC AAS degree. Learn clinical trial operations, data systems, ethics and regulations while gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard tools.

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Post-degree Certificate, Clinical Research Professional

Pima’s fully online CRP Certificate meets growing industry demand, equipping degree-holders with essential skills to launch or advance careers in clinical research—completed in just two semesters.

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"Clinical research is one of the fastest growing industries that you can possibly join as a career path. As a mother of two beautiful daughters, I knew that I wanted to provide them with an abundant future. After some research, I decided to apply for the program, and I was accepted. I graduated in May 2017, did an internship at the UA Cancer Center and was hired there. Now I work for Honor Health as a regulatory coordinator."
Jessica
CRC AAS graduate

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