A novel model of inter-institutional, peer-led, competency-based, interactive workshops for continuing education and professional development of clinical research professionals.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Clinical research requires a competent workforce of clinical research professionals (CRPs) who are well-trained to perform varied and complex tasks within their roles. The Joint Task Force for Clinical Trial Competency (JTF) framework established essential domains for conducting high-quality clinical research that can guide professional development of CRPs. The Research Professionals Network (RPN) Workshops were established in 2017 to focus on developing ongoing inter-institutional, peer-led, JTF-centric continuing education for CRPs. Four institutions and their affiliates are part of the collaboration.

Methods

Workshop participant survey data and other metrics were collected over four academic years. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses were performed to

SUBMITTER: Roth MT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11362626 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature