Certificate in Clinical Study Management

Although UMass Medical School has created masters and doctoral level programs and a full-time, year-long (24-credit) Advanced Certificate in Clinical Investigation, there is a need for targeted and specific non-degree training programs for research professionals at the Medical School as well as throughout the broader Central Massachusetts community. 

A new CEU-based Certificate in Clinical Study Management will create a higher level of trained research staff to assist investigators. This collaboration between the Office of the Vice Provost for Research and the Graduate School of Nursing links clinical and regulatory knowledge with business acumen for successful department-based teams.

Co-Directors:  Sheila B. Noone, PhD
                      Assistant Vice Provost for Clinical Research
                      Carol Bova, PhD
                      Associate Professor, Graduate School of Nursing

Those professionals who have at least two years of research-related experience and a desire to sharpen and enhance their management skills in the clinical, regulatory and business aspects of human studies are eligible to apply.

Due to begin enrollment in spring of 2009, this blended program combines web-based coursework with on-site seminars through the UMass Online program; a final project or internship demonstrates competency for award of the Certificate. The program is open to both UMass employees and to external candidates who meet eligibility for admission.