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Clinical Trial Design Course

What will I learn?

Grasp the core principles of clinical trial design with our in-depth course, specifically designed for healthcare professionals here in Namibia. Explore ethical considerations, including informed consent processes and keeping participant information private. Learn how to select the appropriate trial design, define clear goals, and make sure you're following all the regulations from bodies like the Medicines Control Council. Develop expertise in analysing stats, choosing the right participants, randomization techniques, and managing data properly. Get the skills you need to run top-notch, effective clinical trials that put patient safety and accurate data first.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Customize your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet connection required

Develop skills

Enhance the growth of the practical skills listed below

Master ethical standards: Make sure informed consent is properly obtained and participant confidentiality is maintained.

Design effective trials: Choose the best trial designs for the research question and set clear objectives.

Navigate regulations: Understand the Medicines Control Council guidelines thoroughly.

Analyze data proficiently: Use statistical methods to draw reliable conclusions.

Optimize participant selection: Calculate the right sample size to achieve statistically significant results.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can modify the chapters and the workload.

  • Select which chapter to commence with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can include

You’ll be able to generate additional chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course focused on personal and professional growth. It does not equate to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate qualification, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.