Frequently Asked Questions
The most commonly asked questions are answered here. The questions are grouped into various sections given below. Click the question to view the answer.
General | Registration Process | Course Process | Placement & Affiliation | Certification | Assistance
GENERAL - Top
1. What is PCCRM?
PCCRM is Professional Certification in Clinical Research and Management.
2. Please provide information regarding your PCCRM course?
The PCCRM course runs for a duration of 24 weeks. The course provides valuable insight into Clinical Research, Good Clinical Practice, Regulations in India, US and Europe and Organizational skills relevant to Clinical Research Industry. You will also have to log onto our online Threaded Discussions (mandatory). This is our virtual classroom where all the students meet to discuss a particular topic.
3. How do I sign up for the free course?
Enter the website www.crocareers.in and enter your details in the fields given and subscribe for the course. Check your e-mail inbox and activate your course. You will receive the course over the next 6 days.
4. Why have you priced your course so low?
Please don't relate the affordable course fee for any compromise in the quality of education. In fact we set standards and specialize in delivering highly effective knowledge transfer. The reasons for the low fee as of now is:
1. The management is richly experienced in the field of clinical research. Hence we need not rent out expertise from else where.
2. We develop our own patent pending systems for knowledge delivery, marketing and placements.
3. We have an internal team to develop the health/medical content with access to an excellent network of subject matter experts (SMEs) (many of whom suggest/advice as honararies). All our SMEs are professionals with experience and work in their particular domains as of today.
4. We have many more processes which cut unnecessary costs. We only invest on quality of the SME, efficiency in training delivery and best possible exposure of our students to the employers.
5. We strongly believe in our training to be affordable to all deserving candidates.
Please read our vision statement
5. Is the initial 6 part course you are sending really free?
Yes, the 6 part online course is free. It is an orientation program that will prepare your mindset towards clinical research before you take up the full CCRP certification program.
6. Do I receive a certificate on completion of the 6 part free course?
No. The PCCRM foundation free course is to briefly educate you on Clinical Research - so that you can take a informed decision. The 6 month PCCRM complete course will upgrade your skills/knowledge and certify you at the end of the program.
7. I am working in a CRO/Pharma company, would your course be worth taking?
Yes, the course will give you a complete detailed process of the clinical trials and a in depth knowledge of GCPs, regulations and guidelines of different countries which you can use in your present work.
8. I am a post graduate, how will your course benefit me?
We have a lot of life science post graduates who are opting for our training in clinical research. Through our assessment and course work, we take all the students through the entire process involved in the clinical research industry and thus make them industry confident. This is the basic requirement of the clinical research industry.
The industry is interested in recruiting students who have the basic knowledge about the Clinical Research Industry.
We cater to industry's needs by providing pharmaceutical companies and contract research organizations with candidates who not only possess the right knowledge but also who have had the industry specific training through our program. e.g. Data Management, Clinical operations, etc.
9. I want to reimburse the training fee from my company? How do I do that?
We will provide the company with an acknowledgement that you have taken our PCCRM course
10. I am about to take up my final year graduation examination. Am I eligible?
Yes. You can enroll now and start off the course after your examination.
11. I’m doing internship(house surgeon). Can I take up the course?
Absolutely. This is a good time to add a research qualification to your
profile which opens doors for clinical research opportunities.
12. I am planning for transition from medical transcription/ health insurance industry to clinical research. How
to go about?
You can enroll to program and continue with your present work. Your
experience will have a little weight age based on different clinical research
position. As you progress through course you'll get offers from clinical
research – select the best which suits you and you can make a smooth
transition.
13. How much time should I dedicate to complete the PCCRM course successfully?
We suggest a minimum of nine hours per week. Our learning system will
help you in maintaining consistency in the study hour. Over that we have
made every effort to make learning engaging and interesting.
14. Will the course material be paper based or electronic?
A set of printed course work books will be mailed to you. However
you will have access to electronic content also. Read conveniently in
the printed work books. Participate in your online activities by
logging into the LLMS provided to you.
REGISTRATION PROCESS - Top
1. When can I join the PCCRM program?
You can start the program at the click of the mouse, any time and anywhere. All you got to do is to send the required documents for you to get registered for your 24-week course straightaway.
2. How soon will I get my course material?
You will receive the course materials within 7 days if you are residing in
India. For international students it will take 10 to 15 days. However the
access to LLMS and the support starts off immediately- as soon as we
process your application.
3. Do I have to send the application form online or through post?
You will have to send the application form through post if you are paying the course investment through DD or cheque and you can send the application online if you are paying the course fee through your credit card.
4. What are the modes of payment?
COURSE PROCESS - Top
1. What is LLMS? How to use it?
LLMS is Leads Learning Management System. LLMS helps you to proceed
smoothly with the course. You can complete the activities of the
course and also monitor your own progress in the course through
the LLMS. LLMS is easy to use and easily navigable.
2. I'm not exposed to technology. Can I participate in online discussions/ take up assessments?
If you know how to use an e-mail, then you can easily do the
PCCRM course. It is that simple. Apart from this, we will support you
to do the course successfully. You can even call us to get things
going. In fact we had students who didn't have an email when they
started and have done the course commandingly.
3. How will the trainer help me?
The trainer is just an e-mail away. Any queries regarding the course
can be asked to the trainer through e-mail or calls. The trainer is
committed to help you in all possible ways till you successfully
complete the course.
4. Do I have to come to Bangalore for writing the exam?
Not necessary. All your assessments/exams will be online. All you
have to do is to login to our LLMS and take up the test. It's easier
than what you imagine.
5. Do I need special skills to participate online?
To participate in the discussions all you need is knowledge of the subject, a fundamental knowledge in computer and a moderate knowledge of English.
6. How will you help in building my resume?
We will help you build a resume that is tailored to the industry.
7. I'm moving outstation. Can I continue the course after a break?
Yes, you can take up the course at your own pace, but don't give too large a time gap.
8. Do I get real time experience of a trial?
No clinical research training can give you real time experience as clinical trials are to be conducted in secrecy and they are not to be brought in public domain until they are over. Also the identity of the patients cannot be disclosed.
9. How long can I take to complete the course?
You have 2 years time to complete the course. If you find yourself unable to complete the course in that time please contact us and we will discuss alternative arrangements with you.
PLACEMENT, AFFILIATION AND JOB - Top
1. Do you provide job guarantee?
No. The employers are the final decision makers based on the need
of the organization and how your profile matches to the position.
We do not force any of our students to take up any of the job
available. Clinical research has various positions; first you need to
perform in the course which gives you a clear idea which area of
clinical research best suits you – on that basis you can choose/
select the right career. However we do our best in assisting you in
placements.
2. Is PCCRM affiliated to any university?
No, The PCCRM is not affiliated to any university or institute because we offer industry oriented course whereas the universities restricts the learning to the course curriculum.
3. How is the placement assistance done?
After your successful completion of the course -
We help you to polish your resume as per the industry
norms
We will enable you to send your resume to the
potential employers : CROs, Pharmaceutical
Manufacturers, Device Manufacturers, Academic
Institutions, Biotech Companies and Government
Organizations
Your resumes will be accessed by the clinical research
employers, top management and placement
consultants.
You will continuously informed of the new job positions
available in the industry
Above all, we personally recommend your profile to our
industry contacts and the placement assistance continues.
4. What are the companies I can apply after completing PCCRM?
You can apply for CROs, SMOs, and pharmaceutical companies.
5. Can I apply to Clinical Data Management or Pharmacovigilance jobs?
Yes certainly, the course teaches the fundamental processes involved in data management and pharmacovigilance.
CERTIFICATION - Top
1. Is the certification valid globally?
Yes, the certification is valid and is accepted anywhere in the world
2. How will I receive the certificate?
We will send you the certificate through post as soon as you complete the course. You will also be provided with soft copy.
3. What are the grading criteria/How will I be assessed?
You will be graded depending on your participation in discussion threads and the weekly assignments.
4. How long is the certification valid?
There are no validity periods for certifications; you can use it any time.
5. Can I take print of the certificate?
You will be sent a hard and a soft copy of the print. Electronic course certificate that can be printed or stored electronically.
ASSISTANCE - Top
1. I have a question which is not covered here. Where can I ask?
2. Who do I contact if I have further questions?
3. Please specify the phone numbers for me to contact you.
You can contact us at 080-41284447, 99163 99879, 9886610036, 98451 04968
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