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Specialized Training for Excellence in Oncology Clinical Trials

The Oncology Clinical Trials Training (OCTT) program is a specialized, competency-driven course designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and practical expertise required to manage and oversee oncology clinical trials. The program focuses on the unique scientific, operational, and regulatory complexities of cancer research, enabling learners to develop proficiency in oncology trial conduct through a structured and hands-on training approach.

Structured as a six-month, distance-learning program, the course offers the flexibility of a self-paced format, enabling participants to complete the training within a typical 3-6 month timeframe. Learners are provided with two comprehensive self-learning modules, an assignment workbook, and hands-on training materials designed to ensuring a strong foundation in oncology-specific clinical research principles.

Practical training is reinforced through realistic case studies and a detailed dummy clinical trial monitoring kit, which includes a protocol synopsis, Case Report Forms (CRFs), source documents, and an Investigator Site File (ISF). Learners are required to critically review these materials and identify intentionally embedded deficiencies, closely simulating real-world oncology trial oversight scenarios.

Successful completion of all required assessments and fulfilment of the minimum qualification criteria, participants are awarded a professional certificate, recognizing their readiness to contribute effectively to oncology clinical trial operations and monitoring.

What you'll learn

Oncology trial fundamentals and ethics/consent

Cancer staging, endpoints, and assessment standards

Safety and efficacy evaluation using WHO/RECIST

Oncology-specific monitoring and SDV practices

IP accountability, SAE handling, and deviation control

Oncology site close-out with complete ISF/CRF quality

Why choose this Course?

Self-Paced Learning

Flexible format that fits around professional or academic schedules.

24/7 Expert Academic Support

24/7 faculty guidance for queries, feedback, and learning clarity.

Industry-Ready Content

Curriculum mapped to current industry practices and GCP standards.

A Standout Portfolio

Assignments that showcase trial design and operational know-how.

Real-World Projects & Case Studies

Applied real-world case studies reflecting actual scenarios.

Placement Assistance

Career guidance and interview readiness for industry roles.

Course Details

Module 1: Fundamentals of Oncology Clinical Trials

Duration: Self-Paced

Topic Covered

Introduction to Drug Discovery Process

Guidelines and Standards Governing Clinical Research

Essential Clinical Trial Documents

Ethics Committee/Ethics Review Board

Informed Consent Process

Overview of Cancer and Oncology Clinical Trials

Diagnosing Cancer: Staging and Disease Assessment

Safety Evaluation in Oncology Clinical Trials (WHO, CTC)

Efficacy Evaluation in Oncology Clinical Trials (WHO, SWOG, RECIST)

Glossary

Skills Acquired

Oncology trial fundamentals

Ethics and EC processes

Cancer staging and assessment

Safety and efficacy evaluation standards

Clinical documentation essentials

Module 2: Oncology Clinical Trials Monitoring

Duration: Self-Paced

Topic Covered

Development of a Monitoring Plan

Site Initiation, Review of Essential Trial Documents, Delegation of Duties and Responsibilities at Individual Site

Clinical Trial Monitoring

Inventory Planning and Tracking

Source Document Verification (SDV)

CRF Review, and Coordination of Data Management Activities

Serious Adverse Event (SAE) review and Regulatory Compliance

Investigational Product (IP) Accountability and Management

Management and Prevention of Deviations

Site Closure Monitoring Visit

Skills Acquired

Oncology monitoring plan design

Site initiation for oncology studies

SDV and CRA practice

IP accountability and tracking

Deviation management and site closure

Module 3: Hands-on Training

Duration: Self-Paced

Topic Covered

Review a simulated oncology clinical trial monitoring kit and accurately complete oncology-specific Case Report Forms (CRFs)

Conduct an oncology trial monitoring visit and systematically identify, assess, and document discrepancies or protocol deviations

Identify and evaluate discrepancies or deviations within the Investigator Site File (ISF) in the context of oncology clinical trials

Skills Acquired

Oncology CRF completion

Monitoring visit execution

Protocol deviation detection

Oncology ISF quality review

Course Schedule

1

Receive Study Material

Upon registration, you will receive four comprehensive Learning Modules along with an Assignment Workbook.

2

Study & Complete Assignments

Go through the modules and complete the assignments within the standard 4.5-month duration.

3

Option for Early Completion

If you wish to finish sooner, you may submit your completed workbook with an early assessment request.

4

Assessment

Your Assignment workbook is evaluated based on the qualification criteria.

5

Earn Your Certificate

After successful assessment, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Need to know more?

Get all the details in our comprehensive brochure.

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Registration Process

Three-step registration process:

1

Get the Registration Link/QR

Receive the registration link and QR code from us.

2

Complete the Form & Payment

Fill out the registration form and pay the course fee using the QR code.

3

Receive Confirmation

Get an acknowledgement call confirming your successful registration.

Program Fee

Indian Participants

14000

Foreign Participants

$350

This course includes

Duration

Self-Paced

Lessons

4

Students

500+

Language

English

Certificate

Yes

Contact for more details of the course

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