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Preparing for the Exam
Certification Program Reference Manual
The CCRP Certification Program Reference Manual is made available to the applicant once the application has been approved.
The reference manual is intended to assist with preparation for the CCRP Certification Examination. In addition to program policies
and procedures and sample questions, the manual contains:
• 21 Code of Federal Regulations:
• The Nuremberg Code
Parts 11, 50, 56, 312, 812
• The Declaration of Helsinki
• 45 Code of Federal Regulations: Part 46
• The ICH GCP Guideline for Good Clinical Practice (E6)
• FDA regulatory forms: 482, 483,
• The ICH Clinical Safety Data Management: Definitions
1572, 3454, 3455, 3500, 3500A
and Standards for Expedited Reporting (E2A)
• The Belmont Report
Clinical Research Professional Certification Preparation and GCP Review Course*
This optional one-day course is offered throughout the year. Organizations may schedule this course at their facility if a minimum of 20
attendees is guaranteed. Details may be found at www.socra.org/conferences-and-education.
*The content of this course has been developed by a SOCRA education committee, independently from the certification program.
The certification program does not control or dictate the content of this program.
Applying to the Exam
How to Apply
Applicants should thoroughly review all of the information provided in the Certification section of the website. Before submitting an
application packet, applicants must review the eligibility requirements, application procedures, and certification program policies and
procedures. The application must support the required work experience. If experience spans multiple positions, each position must
be substantiated through submitted documentation and references. A completed Certification Application Portfolio must be forwarded
to the SOCRA administrative office a minimum of six weeks prior to the test date. Upon approval, the applicant will receive a letter of
acceptance and a link to the CCRP Certification Program Reference Manual. Fees are refunded only if the application is unsuccessful.
Choosing and Exam Site / Date
Visit www.socra.org/certification to view the current exam schedule. Enrollment in specific exam venues may be limited due
to room size and enrollment may be closed prior to the registration deadline. Complete applications must be received by the SOCRA
office a minimum of six weeks prior to the testing date. Early registration will help secure a space at the preferred venue.
Applicants Having Special Needs
Applicants having special needs including physical, sensory, or learning needs, should contact the SOCRA administrative office to
discuss testing requirements and accommodations.
Application Portfolio
The applicant must submit the following:
• Certification Application: A completed
certification application.
• Resume / CV: The applicant's resume or CV documenting
their employment and education in clinical research.
• Verification of Employment: A letter of reference, on
organizational letterhead signed by a supervisor or human
resources representative, documenting position titles,
dates of employment and Full-or Part-time status.
• Job Description: The applicant's official job
description issued by the institution or employer.
• Signed Ethics Statement
Note: For applicants applying under Category 2 or 3,
appropriate documentation (including transcripts) and a
completed Form 1011 (Category 2) or Form 1022
(Category 3) must be included.
Please visit www.socra.org/certification for details
Payment Options
1
2
Payment in Full (3 years of certification, includes
complimentary membership)
Non-member: $450
(includes 3 years
complimentary
SOCRA membership)
Current Member: $395
(includes 3 years
complimentary
SOCRA membership)
Non-member: $300
initial payment*
($100 in years 2 & 3)**
Current Member:
$250 initial payment*
($100 in years 2 & 3)**
Total = $500
Total = $450
3 year Installment Plan
Computer Based Testing (CBT): Addition $115
Paper & Pencil Retest Fee: $200
CBT Retest Fee: $275
*includes a complimentary SOCRA membership upon successful completion of exam **includes
complimentary SOCRA membership upon successful completion of exam
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