York University School of Continuing Studies set to launch its new Certificate in Clinical Research
New program a much-needed boost to post-pandemic healthcare industry
TORONTO, Sept. 7, 2021 /CNW/ - Today, York University's School of Continuing Studies announced the launch of a new Certificate in Clinical Research— the GTA's first university-level program in Clinical Research and the only part-time, blended (a hybrid of both in-class and online learning) program to be offered in this field. This program is designed for new graduates with a related education, internationally trained medical professionals who want to apply their existing skills and experience in Canada, and mid-career health-related professionals looking to quickly enter this vital field.
According to Nadia Romano, a Program Advisory Board member and Director, Global Program Management at ICON Global Strategic Solutions, "The COVID-19 pandemic has led to unprecedented global efforts in vaccine development. This has brought clinical research into focus, which is now at the forefront of mainstream dialogue. As a result, there has been a surge in demand for skilled professionals in this field, and the need for this expertise will only continue to grow."
Romano adds, "York University's School of Continuing Studies' Certificate in Clinical Research provides students with the preparation and experiential learning needed to succeed in this rapidly growing and dynamic industry. Accredited professionals in this program will benefit from the latest industry expertise that has been leveraged to develop an interactive and contemporary curriculum. Graduates will emerge with the knowledge and skills to provide them with a competitive edge to springboard their careers."
Clinical research is an area of healthcare science that focuses on the integrity of medical trials. A clinical research professional is involved in the organization and management of studies conducted across multiple phases to assess the safety and effectiveness of medications, vaccines, devices, diagnostic products and treatment plans.
Canada currently ranks fourth in the world for total number of clinical trial sites with over 6,000 active clinical trialsi. The volume and growth of clinical trials taking place nationally signals promising job and career advancement opportunities. In fact, there were over 261 clinical research job postings in Ontario in the last 12 months, of which 77% were in the GTAii.
"We are living in an entirely new world," says Tracey Taylor-O'Reilly, Assistant Vice-President, Continuing Studies at York University. "Life has changed. Learning has changed. People are asking themselves, "what's next?" The York University School of Continuing Studies is here to help provide the answers and upskilling they need as they make these changes. This new program is another fine example of how York is helping to fill urgent skills gaps in high-demand fields by providing accelerated, experiential programs designed and taught by leading experts."
The program is designed by an advisory council of senior practitioners in the field who are invested in developing a program that can be used as a pipeline for top-notch talent in their organizations.
At the end of the program students will be able to:
- Participate in the planning, management and monitoring of clinical research and trials
- Adhere to good clinical practice including patient consent, privacy, and data integrity protocols
- Abide by regulations and legislation to ensure that trials are conducted ethically, while upholding scientific research principles
This program culminates with a capstone course, in which students will collaborate to combine all previous learnings in an applied clinical research management simulation. This experiential project will allow students to problem solve complex real-world scenarios and practice working in a fast-paced environment, preparing them to add immediate value to this dynamic industry.
Students will also benefit from expert instructors at the top of their fields and will learn first-hand how post-pandemic trends and outcomes are expected to have a lasting impact on the sector.
Learn more about the Certificate in Clinical Research. Enrolment is now open, with classes beginning on January 24, 2022.
About the York University School of Continuing Studies
The York University School of Continuing Studies is a diverse community of learning united by a shared sense of purpose — achieving personal and professional growth in a world of constant change. Our ability to help students lead in the face of this change has made us the fastest growing school in Canada.
We set our students up for success by teaching them specialized knowledge and technical skills, as well as enhancing their soft skills, cultural understanding, and cross-disciplinary know-how.
The School embraces a global perspective through collaborative relationships with leaders in industry and academia across Canada and around the world.
i Source: Clinical Trails in Canada 2020 – A Country Overview, published by McDougall Scientific |
ii Source: Burning Glass |
SOURCE York University School of Continuing Studies
To schedule interviews and for further information please contact: Hassan Ally, Director, Marketing and Enrolment Management, York University School of Continuing Studies, [email protected], 416 317 8265
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