Dissecting the Components of a Protocol
This course covers details about study protocols, and what items research staff should understand prior to and throughout a clinical research trial (also referred to as a clinical study).
Introduction
What is the Role of the Staff Assigned to a Study?
What is a Study Protocol?
What Questions does the Protocol Answer?
Sections of the Protocol
Background Information
Objectives and Purpose of the Study
Study Design
Selection and Exclusion of Subjects
Treatment of Subjects
Safety Assessments and Handling Adverse Events
Assessment of Efficacy
Statistics
Quality Control and Assurance
Ethics
Data Handling and Record Keeping
Publication Policy and other Administrative Procedures
Project Timetable/Flowchart
References
Supplements/Appendices
CRC Responsibilities
Writing and Reviewing Protocol References
Post Learning Assessment
Conclusion