This course presents critical concepts and practical methods to support planning, collection, storage, and dissemination of data in clinical research.
Data Management for Clinical Research
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Data Management for Clinical Research
Vanderbilt University
About this Course
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42%
started a new career after completing these courses
32%
got a tangible career benefit from this course
17%
got a pay increase or promotion
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Beginner Level
Approx. 26 hours to complete
Suggested: 6 weeks of study, 2-4 hours per week
English
Subtitles: English
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
4 hours to complete
Research Data Collection Strategy
This introductory module reviews the course structure and basic concepts in clinical research. We also discuss best practices for designing your clinical research data collection.
4 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 69 min), 1 reading, 2 quizzes
6 videos
Course Introduction5m
Defining the Space10m
Research Data Planning 113m
Research Data Planning 224m
Approaches to Data Collection8m
1 reading
Course Logistics10m
1 practice exercise
Quiz 116m
3 hours to complete
Electronic Data Capture Fundamentals
This module covers standards for study processes, concepts for regulatory compliance, and electronic data capture fundamentals.
3 hours to complete
9 videos (Total 130 min)
9 videos
Validated Instruments13m
Data Standards: What Can Standards Do for You?15m
Data Standards: Basic Concepts and Overview15m
IRB, HIPAA, and FISMA14m
GCP and 21 CFR Part 1111m
Introduction to Electronic Data Capture (EDC)17m
EDC Concepts: Data Exports, Logging, User Rights, Project Creation12m
EDC Concepts: Data Imports, Scheduling, Reports, Internationalization14m
1 practice exercise
Quiz 220m
2 hours to complete
Planning a Data Strategy for a Prospective Study
This module reviews the process of planning data elements for a real-world research study.
2 hours to complete
9 videos (Total 92 min)
9 videos
Study Procedures10m
Baseline Data and Demographics13m
Visit Data5m
Review of Variables and Forms9m
Logging in to REDCap2m
Walkthrough: Creating a Project and Adding the First Variables16m
Walkthrough: Adding Fields to the Baseline Form12m
Walkthrough: Adding File Fields and Formatting10m
1 practice exercise
Quiz 314m
4 hours to complete
Practicing What We've Learned: Implementation
This week, we set up an Electronic Data Capture (EDC) instrument in REDCap for the Morphine vs. Marinol Study. We also review data processes that occur during the running of a study, including an overview of key data quality operations.
4 hours to complete
9 videos (Total 101 min)
9 videos
Walkthrough: Copying Variables, Renaming Forms9m
Walkthrough: Using the Shared Library, Longitudinal Events, Optional Modules, and User Rights17m
Walkthrough: Testing the REDCap Project7m
Example Study Wrap-Up3m
Mid Study Activities 112m
Mid Study Activities 215m
Data Quality11m
Data Quality Monitoring15m
1 practice exercise
Quiz 414m
Reviews
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TOP REVIEWS FROM DATA MANAGEMENT FOR CLINICAL RESEARCH
by EJNov 12, 2019
Very excellent course with fun project assignments. I learned quite alot even though I already have a good amount of knowledge on data management! The professors are also engaging and professional.
by NSFeb 28, 2017
I find the course helpful and a good introduction into data management. I'm hoping that there is a follow up course to take us further and deeper in planning for a study and data analysis.
by JVFeb 24, 2019
Great course, regardless the role you have in the research; you do improve your data management skill set. A fantastic course for beginners who are trying to increase their productivity.
by MOct 10, 2017
I enjoyed the course very much and I learned a lot! I would definitely recommend it to someone that wants to get some background knowledge about clinical research and data management.
by JLMay 15, 2019
A great course for someone who needs to learn about the people, process, and technology used in clinical research. It helped me to transfer my expertise from one industry to another.
by TWAug 11, 2018
Great introduction to all the basics of data management- the foundation of clinical research. Really found this course to be helpful and to think of things usually taken for granted.
by MGMay 27, 2019
Excellent course, great opportunity to anyone involved in Data management that want to increase knowledge and learn how to manage data in a different way. Thank you! Miguel Garcia
by JBJul 1, 2019
Absolutely love this course and have recommended to several clinical research colleagues. I am not a data manager but will use the knowledge gained when collaborating with others.
by VCAug 31, 2018
This was great course to get knowledge on how to start and build a well structured study for clinical purposes as well as teaches you real world examples with the REDCap software
by DAOct 6, 2018
Exceptional information presented by knowledgeable instructors. I will highly recommend the course to students who are interested in data management for clinical research.
by LAOct 2, 2017
A great course, gives not just the fundamental theory but also useful practical exposure to planning clinical research, as well as data acquisition and management.
by KQMay 6, 2019
I learned a lot about best practices in clinical research data management. This course also gave me a hands-on experience in electronic data capture.
by NIMar 3, 2019
Very helpful intro to REDCap. Highly recommend for anyone using the platform for clinical research to take this course prior to beginning your study.
by TKMar 25, 2020
This course was good. Specifically, I was interested in information on REDCap which we will be utilizing at our institution for a project. Thank you!
by CSMay 19, 2019
Great course. Useful, straightforward information. I enjoyed learning more about REDCap while learning best practices in Clinical Data Management.
by KROct 30, 2018
Excellent content, very important who are working in any type of Clinical Trials or interested in any research which includes human participants.
by SGSep 10, 2017
It was a great oppurtunity for me to participate in this course.It is soo useful for having an Hands on experience with REDcap. Thank you team .
by KKOct 16, 2017
It was a very good course, with easily understandable material. The presenters made it easy for people from different countries to understand.
by DNNov 2, 2016
Very informational with hands on experience. Highly recommend it to others who are looking for basic courses in clinical data management.
by AJun 11, 2017
This course is an excellent one and I will recommend it to anyone who want to gain knowledge about clinical research data management.
About Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University, located in Nashville, Tenn., is a private research university and medical center offering a full-range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees.
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