Certified Clinical Research Professional Program Overview

Your Journey to Excellence in Clinical Research

The SOCRA Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) program is your gateway to excellence in clinical research. Elevate your career with our internationally recognized certification, tailored for professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards in the field.

Validation of knowledge, skills, and abilities

A Community Committed to Clinical Excellence

Career Advancement and Increasing Earning Potential

Internationally Recognized

Path to Certification

The Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) established the Certification Program for Clinical Research Professionals in order to create an internationally accepted standard of knowledge, education, and experience by which clinical research professionals will be recognized by the clinical research community. Those individuals so recognized may use the “Certified Clinical Research Professional” or “CCRP® ” designation.

Step 2: Apply & Pay Fees
Once you look at the eligibilty requirements, now you can start submitting. Follow the link below to see what all needs to be submitted.

Step 4: Study Hub
Find more study resources here.

Step 6: Post Exam
Congratulations, you finished the exam! Find out more about results, appeals, and retests here.

Step 1: Determine Eligibility
The applicant must meet one of the Eligibility Requirements. To see if you qualify, click the link below and follow the flowchart.

Step 3: Registration, Scheduling, & Modifications
Go through the exam day policies, register for the exam, review and sumbit your application, and more by following the link.

Step 5: Test day
Go through the exam day policies, register for the exam, review and sumbit your application, and more by following the link.

CCRP certification is awarded upon meeting two criteria: a successful written application and a passing CCRP examination score. The benefits of obtaining certification are numerous. It not only validates knowledge, skills, and abilities but also enhances credibility and peer recognition. Career advancement and increased earning potential become tangible outcomes, reflecting a commitment to standards, compliance, and integrity. For more information, see CCRP FAQs.

Candidate Handbook

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Summary of Certification Activities

Currently CCRP Certified

Candidates Who Took the CCRP exam

Passed the CCRP Exam

CCRPs Recertified