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Applied Clinical Research Program

Post-graduate Diploma Program

Applied Clinical Research Program

  • Credential: Post-Graduate Diploma
  • Type: Postgraduate Program
  • Study Options: Online | In-person | Blended
  • Intake: Available
  • Duration: 40 Weeks (1 Academic Year)
    • Total Hours: 800
    • Theory Hours: 520
    • Practicum Hours: 280
  • Expected Salary: $70,720 ~ $129,600
  • Scholarship: Available Click for details
Applied Clinical Research Diploma Program postgraduate diploma

Applied Clinical Research Post Graduate Diploma Program

Overview

Bay River College offers the Applied Clinical Research Diploma, where students learn a variety of theories and models related to clinical research design, analytical methods, and quality assurance required for daily operations in the field of clinical research. Through this postgraduate program, students develop the ability to evaluate clinical studies across healthcare and pharmaceutical industries, preparing them for successful careers as clinical researchers.

How to become a Clinical Researcher?

In this practical program, students have the opportunity to work with experienced industry professionals, helping them gain a competitive advantage in this dynamic field.

Our Mission & Vision

Our mission is to prepare students to succeed in the field of clinical research by providing strong theoretical, technical, and hands-on training with industry professionals, while equipping them with the skills needed to meet the demands of the global workforce.

To enhance students’ industry readiness, we provide practicum opportunities that allow them to work alongside professionals.The practicum placement will allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in practice, solve real clinical problems, and adopt the responsibilities of clinical research procedures.

Additionally, students will gain a competitive advantage by expanding their network through interaction with peers, faculty members, and colleagues. Upon graduation, students will be equipped to make the transition from college to work and to achieve their goals effectively and confidently.

Applied Clinical Research Post-Graduate Diploma Program Bay River College Canada

Clinical Research Training

As a clinical researcher, you are responsible for collecting and delivering information during clinical trials. A key responsibility includes supervising large-scale clinical trials, which is similar to managing complex projects.

Practical skills you will gain as a clinical researcher

Students will develop strong project management skills, learn how to deliver accurate information to regulatory authorities, and gain the ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals about trial procedures. They will also learn how to present findings through reports, presentations, and research papers.

Learning Outcome

In this 1-year diploma program, students perform comprehensive analysis and quality assurance of daily functions involved in clinical trial development, particularly for medical and healthcare products. With hands-on industry experience, students learn to take on key roles and responsibilities within clinical research processes.

What you will learn

  • Design and execute health programs.
  • Collect and examine statistical information provided by different healthcare organizations.
  • Assist in formulating government health policy by evaluating applicable literature, conducting interviews, collecting and analyzing data, and making recommendations accordingly.
  • Monitor and analyze healthcare curriculums by administrative sub-divisions and private agencies.
  • Measure compliance with pre-determined health standards.
  • Learn to update and manage diverse health information catalogs.
  • Carry out the valuation of multiple health programs and projects.
  • Provide consulting services to government and private organizations
  • Respond to policy information applications and internal and external programs.
  • Learn ethical and moral practices and implementation.

Career Opportunities

Upon graduation, students will have access to a wide range of career opportunities in:

  • Consulting institutions
  • Government sectors
  • Research establishments
  • Colleges and universities
  • Healthcare agencies
  • Hospitals
  • Community firms
  • Non-governmental organizations
  • Global organizations

Expected Salary

In Canada, graduates working as Health Policy Researchers, Consultants, and Program Officers can earn starting salaries of approximately $70,720 CAD per year, with strong potential for growth.

Applied Clinical Research Post-Graduate Diploma Program Bay River College Canada

Why Choose Applied Clinical Research Post Graduate Diploma?

This program prepares students to work with pharmaceutical, academic, and medical industries, as well as biotechnology and medical device companies.

  • Clinical Research Coordinator
  • Clinical Research Assistant
  • Clinical Research Project Manager
  • Medical Information Assistant
  • Clinical Data Administration Associate
Bay River College

Meet Our Advisory Board

Bay River College's Clinical Research Advisory Board

Dr. Naweed Syed (FRCP Edin) - Clinical Research

Dr. Naweed Syed (FRCP Edin)

Clinical Research Advisory Chair

Professor, Chief Scientist Creative Destruction Lab Peak Scholar Cumming School of Medicine University of Calgary

Dr. Fatemeh Shahhosseini

Dr. Fatemeh Shahhosseini

Clinical Research Advisory Director

Research Associate, Robson DNA Science Centre Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute, at University of Calgary

Dr. Julie-Anne Fritz

Dr. Julie-Anne Fritz

Clinical Research Advisory Director

Research & Program Coordinator Banff Sport Medicine Foundation

Nader Fallah, PhD

Nader Fallah, PhD

Clinical Research Advisory Director

Associate Director of Praxis Artificial Intelligence, Department of Research, Praxis Spinal Cord Institute & Department of Medicine, University of British Columbia

Shelly Sedighi

Shelly Sedighi

Clinical Research Advisory Director

BSc, CCPM, IMHL, ACRP President Canada Chapter

Dr. Mukarram Ali Zaidi

Dr. Mukarram Ali Zaidi

Clinical Research Advisory Director

Clinical Assistant Professor Department of Family Medicine, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary

Jenna Dobry

Jenna Dobry

Clinical Research Advisory Director

BSc, MSL, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Dr. Rabab Abouelmagd Ahmed

Dr. Rabab Abouelmagd Ahmed

Clinical Research Advisory Director

Adjunct Clinical Professor at Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Alberta

Ahmed Hassan Usmani

Ahmed Hassan Usmani

Clinical Research Advisory Director

Country Manager Roche Diagnostics, Indonesia

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Scholarships are available for both Canadian and international students based on academic merit and financial need

Dr. Shaheen Memorial Foundation Scholarship

Dr. Shaheen Memorial Foundation is a non-profit and value-driven organization dedicated to improving health, to create a meaningful learning environment, and to provide innovative ways to contribute to communities for future generations.

Finances should not be a barrier for students to realize their academic and career dreams. Therefore, the Dr. Shaheen Memorial Foundation Scholarships is providing full and partial scholarship annually to current and applicant students of the Bay River College Applied Clinical Research Post Graduate Diploma Program.

Our mission is to help students realize their dreams of a career in clinical research, to promote excellence in education and to support students to succeed. Our vision is to provide exceptional education and develop innovative programs and services for the community to meet the unique needs of the current labor market in clinical research.

Both Canadian residents and international students of Applied Clinical Research Post-Graduate diploma program can apply for this scholarship. To be eligible for Dr. Shaheen Memorial Foundation Scholarship an applicant must:

  • Be a student, admitted to the Bay River College Applied Clinical Research Post Graduate Diploma Program
  • Be a student who demonstrates leadership, community activism, and advocacy
  • Be a student who demonstrates need of financial assistance to enroll
  • Be in satisfactory standing at the time of your scholarship application
  • The recipients will be selected based on merit (minimum of a 3.0 CGPA is required)
  • Must submit a Letter of Intent

IMPORTANT: Incomplete applications (i.e. missing required materials, or unsigned) or received after the application deadline will not be considered.

    • Check if you are eligible for the scholarship

Refer to eligibility criteria.

    • Prepare your application form

Print, complete and sign the application form (Download PDF file | Download Word DOCX file).
If you are mailing in your application, please staple all of your documents before mailing. To send your application by email, please scan and save your documents in PDF format.
Note: Application materials submitted to the Scholarship Selection Committee will not be returned.

    • Submit your application

MAIL your application or submit IN-PERSON to the address below:
Bay River College c/o Dr. Shaheen Memorial Scholarship Foundation 1-3516, 26 St NE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T1Y 4T7
Or EMAIL your completed and signed application documents (in PDF format) to: [email protected]

    • Interview with Selection Committee member(s)

After review of your written application, you may be asked to attend either in person or a virtual interview with member(s) of the Selection Committee. It is a requirement to attend interview(s) to be considered for the scholarship.

We are accepting scholarships applications for the Dr. Shaheen Memorial Scholarship Foundation:

  • Winter Term Intake: Apply by January 12th
  • Spring Term Intake: Apply by May 14th.
  • Fall Term Intake: Apply by September 20th.

Note:This also applies to mailed documents. Please mail applications at least one (1) week in advance of the deadline to ensure your application is received on time.

Completed applications will be reviewed by the Selection Committee. Selected applicants will be contacted via the contact information provided on your application. Decisions as to scholarships granted and amounts awarded are final.

Upon final selection of the candidates, the scholarship payment will be submitted towards the student’s tuition amount(s) owing. The remaining funds (if any) will be deposited to the student’s bank via direct deposit. All awarded scholarship funds are remitted to the students in Canadian funds. The Payment schedule(s) are determined at the discretion of the Selection Committee.

Note: Upon registration, you are still responsible for the payment of all costs charged to your student account, as the issuance of scholarship payments may not correlate with the payment due date of your tuition invoice.

Funds will not be issued if you withdraw from the Applied Clinical Research Post Graduate Diploma Program.

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