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Introduction to Good Clinical Practice

Welcome to 'Introduction to Good Clinical Practice'! This course is designed to introduce you to the basic principles and practices of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), which are essential for conducting clinical trials and ensuring the safety and well-being of human subjects. Whether you are new to the field or seeking to refresh your knowledge, this course and its sequel courses covering the fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice will equip you with the necessary skills and understanding to begin to navigate the complex world of clinical research. Developed by industry experts, the course offers an introduction to the key concepts, guidelines, and regulatory requirements outlined in the International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH) GCP guidelines. During this course, you will explore the essential elements of Good Clinical Practice and gain insights into its significance in the global clinical research arena. By the end of the course, you will have a solid understanding of the principles of GCP and its role in ensuring the integrity and reliability of clinical trial data. The course is divided into several modules, each covering specific aspects of GCP. The modules include video lectures and interactive quizzes to reinforce your learning. You can progress through the course at your own pace, allowing you to fit your studies around your existing commitments and responsibilities. We are excited to embark on this learning journey with you as we delve into the world of Good Clinical Practice. Enroll now and start building a strong foundation in clinical research ethics and regulations!

Status: Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Status: Clinical Data Management
BeginnerCourse3 hours

Featured reviews

EE

5.0Reviewed Oct 5, 2024

Very easy to access and understand with clear information and useful assessments

M

5.0Reviewed Jul 22, 2023

Interesting and captivating animations. Real life interviews made this course so real and engrossing. Thank you.

PR

5.0Reviewed May 3, 2025

Very informative and well-organized train of thoughts

SR

5.0Reviewed Sep 5, 2023

Very informative and nice session on GCP along with some Quiz.

DS

5.0Reviewed Sep 16, 2024

very good one , really got an greate overview on good clinical practice

AS

5.0Reviewed Sep 20, 2025

It’s really easy and amazing to understood the way it was designed. Thank you Novartis and Coursera.

ER

5.0Reviewed Jun 11, 2025

This course breaks down all the details for understanding GCP

RB

5.0Reviewed May 1, 2024

Material and data are clear and lucid. It helped me build the concepts easily. Thank you Novartis team!

OE

5.0Reviewed Aug 30, 2023

This course was really insightful and gave well detailed lectures with the aid of well produced videos to help learners understand what Good Clinical Practice is about.

MS

5.0Reviewed Feb 16, 2024

Comprehensive discussions of Clinical Trials and GCP

HG

5.0Reviewed Aug 13, 2023

I would like to Thank Novartis for providing me financial aid and helped me to expand my knowledge in the field of pharmacovigilance.

AS

4.0Reviewed Jul 27, 2023

The course provided me with basic information. I expected to learn more.Overall, the explanation way is interesting and easy.

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