Research Coordinator Training Program (RCTP): Online Orientation for Research Staff
Start Your Research Career with Confidence
Behind every successful research study is a skilled and well-prepared research team. Research Coordinators and Nurses often take the lead on the critical, day-to-day responsibilities that keep studies running smoothly — from managing budgets and regulatory submissions to recruiting participants and maintaining data integrity.
The Online Orientation for Research Staff (OORS) is designed to support entry-level, research staff as they step into these important roles. Whether you’re new to research or transitioning into a coordinator position, this self-paced online program offers the essential knowledge and tools you need to succeed.
This program offers 2.75 contact hours of Nursing Continuing Professional Development, making it a valuable resource for staff involved in clinical research or research administration.
The OORS program includes 10 concise, focused modules that introduce key concepts and responsibilities across the research lifecycle:
- Ethical Considerations
- Roles & Responsibilities
- Budget & Finance
- Recruitment & Retention
- Regulatory File Maintenance
- Informed Consent
- Data Collection & Management
- Institutional Review Boards (IRBs)
- Adverse Events & Protocol Deviations
- Quality Assurance & Quality Control
You’ll receive structured, foundational training that prepares you for the realities of coordinating research studies, including:
- A clear introduction to your professional role
- Step-by-step training on study coordination essentials
- Regular updates on federal regulations and best practices
- Expert guidance and mentoring from experienced faculty
- Learning pathways for both new and experienced research staff
The 10 OORS modules are the self-paced, online orientation portion of the Fundamentals of Research Coordination (FRC) course. Be sure to complete all 10 modules as the required prerequisite to participating the FRC course
This 2.75 contact hour educational activity is provided by the Institute for Johns Hopkins Nursing (IJHN). The Institute for Johns Hopkins Nursing is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Individuals who complete this program and are interested in exploring concepts beyond the introductory level should review the SON Executive Education catalog.
For more detailed information about the FRC course and other Office of Executive Education offerings, please visit the Executive Education website.
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Contact Information
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Program Cost
Cost of the program: $300
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of Research Coordination
Tuition Remission
Eligible for JHU Tuition Remission.