CRA Training Program

At Bangalore Clinical Research Institute (BCRI), our CRA / CRC Training Program is designed to prepare learners for site-level (CRC) and entry-level monitoring (CRA – trainee) roles in the clinical research industry. The program delivers an industry-aligned curriculum, covering clinical trial execution, site coordination, GCP compliance, and documentation practices followed by CROs, hospitals, and research organisations. Training is led by experienced industry professionals with real-world clinical research exposure. Learners benefit from a hands-on learning approach, including practical demonstrations, real study scenarios, and role-specific guidance to build confidence for CRA/CRC responsibilities. Whether you choose live online training or offline classroom sessions at our HSR Layout, Bengaluru campus, the program provides structured mentoring, practical exposure, and internship assistance (optional) to support career entry into clinical research.

  • Core skills required for Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) roles.
  • Practical understanding of GCP guidelines, trial documentation, and site management.
  • Exposure to real-world clinical research workflows followed in CROs and hospitals

Classroom sessions focus on site-level clinical trial operations, including study documentation, patient coordination, GCP compliance, and practical understanding of monitoring and site management processes. In addition to training, eligible students may receive internship assistance with hospitals, Site Management Organisations (SMOs), or research sites. The internship pathway is designed to provide hands-on exposure to live clinical research activities, helping learners gain confidence and practical experience required for CRC and entry-level CRA roles.

What You Will Learn in BCRI’s CRA/CRC Certification Course

BCRI’s CRA Training Program offers comprehensive 1.5-month training covering clinical trial phases, ICH-GCP, regulatory guidelines, monitoring practices, and site management responsibilities Introduction to Clinical Research

Learn the basics of clinical research, phases I–IV, CRA/CRC roles, CROs, and trial sponsors.

Monitoring & Auditing

Gain hands-on knowledge in SDV, site visit reports, audit readiness, protocol compliance, and RBM techniques.

Regulatory Guidelines & Ethics

Master ICH-GCP, informed consent, regulatory bodies (FDA, EMA, DCGI), IND/NDA filings, and ethics committees.

Project & Site Management

Manage timelines, budgets, site communications, trial logistics, and investigator relationships.

Clinical Trial Operations

Site selection, subject recruitment, CRFs, visit types, AE/SAE handling, protocol deviations & ICF tracking.

Technology in Clinical Trials

Learn CTMS, eTMF, IVRS/IWRS, remote monitoring tools, and tech integrations in DCT (Decentralized Trials).

Trial Documentation & Data

Source documents, TMF/eTMF, electronic CRFs, EDC systems (Medidata, Oracle), and query resolution.

Final Review & Certification Prep

Assessment, mock interviews, resume building, and guidance on entering the CRA/CRC job market.