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Quick Facts |
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Program length:
12-24 months
Prerequisites: High school biology or equivalent, test in to college-level reading and writing, high school algebra 2 or RCTC 0099 or equivalent.
Granted: MSHS Certificate of Completion, AAS or Diploma from Rochester Community and Technical College
Patient interaction: High
Placement outlook:
Very Good |
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News / Announcements
- Next application deadline is Feb. 1
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Program Director
Lori A. Carlson, M.B.A., R.N.
(507) 538-1583
Education Coordinator
Wendy Bach
(507) 255-7081
RCTC Program Advisor
Nirmala Kotagal, Ph.D.
(507)280-2816
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Program Description
The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Program of Mayo School of Health Sciences (MSHS) and Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC) is committed to providing skill-based training and the hands-on experience needed to create a well-rounded, fully competent CRC.
The Clinical Research Coordinator Program AAS degree and diploma programs offer you an educational experience that is designed to provide the knowledge and skills to build a successful career in clinical research. The Clinical Research Coordinator Program prepares you to:
- Participate in a team of physician researchers and allied health staff
Assist physician researchers conduct research with people
- Interact directly with patients and families
- Collect clinical research data
- Follow regulations that protect people who participate in research
Accreditation
Mayo Foundation is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Higher Learning Commission.
Higher Learning Commission
30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60602-2504
(800) 621-7440
(312) 263-0456
Fax: (312) 263-7462
(www.ncacihe.org)
Rochester Community and Technical College is accredited by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System:
Wells Fargo Place
30 7th St. E., Suite 350
St. Paul, MN 55101-7804
Phone: (651) 296-8012 or (888) 667-2848
Fax: (651) 296-0872
TTY: (651) 282-2660
Web: http://www.mnscu.edu
Affiliated Institutions
- Rochester Community and Technical College
- Mayo School of Health Sciences
Facilities
Students can complete their general and some professional education requirements on the RCTC campus or have an online option for 75 percent of the classes. Four Clinical Research Coordinator classes and the fieldwork are held on the Mayo Clinic Rochester campus.
Graduation and Certification
When you complete the Clinical Research Coordinator Program, you will receive a certificate of completion from Mayo School of Health Sciences. Additionally, you will receive an Associate of Applied Sciences degree or Diploma from Rochester Community Technical College.
Hours
For the majority of classroom instruction, classes at Rochester Community and Technical College are available during daytime and evening hours
Classes at the Mayo Clinic Rochester campus are held after work hours in the evening.
Fieldwork is arranged with a preceptor during regular clinic hours, which are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Class size
The program currently has room for 25 students.
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