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GDPR in Clinical Trials

GDPR IN CLINICAL TRIALS TRAINING COURSE INFORMATION

GDPR in Clinical Trials Online Course
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Our online GDPR for Clinical Trials training course provides a practical introduction to the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation and how they apply to clinical research. This self-paced course explores key GDPR principles, Articles 5, 6 and 9, roles and responsibilities, data subject rights, consent, ROPA, DPIAs, data security, anonymisation, retention and breach reporting. You’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to understand your responsibilities when handling personal data in clinical trials and support effective GDPR compliance throughout the research process.

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KEY FEATURES OF OUR ONLINE GDPR IN CLINICAL TRIALS TRAINING COURSE:

  • 100% online and accessible anytime, anywhere
  • Developed by experts with 35+ years of experience in clinical research
  • Enhanced with interactive content and robust knowledge checks
  • Certification on completion

Stay compliant with data protection laws and ensure ethical conduct in clinical trials with this professionally developed, interactive GDPR in Clinical Research online training course. Updated to reflect the latest regulatory expectations, this course explores the critical implications of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – effective since May 2018 – on the conduct and management of clinical trials.

Designed for professionals across all areas of clinical research, this course is also valuable for participants seeking to understand how their personal data is protected during clinical trial participation.

Who Should Take This Course?

This training is suitable for Clinical Research Professionals (CRAs, CTAs, Coordinators), Investigators and Site Staff, Regulatory Affairs and Ethics Specialists, Data Managers and IT/Privacy Officers, Clinical Trial Participants and Patient Advocates.

Whether you’re managing data collection, informed consent, or handling participant records, this course provides a clear understanding of your responsibilities under GDPR.

Course Content

GDPR in Clinical Trials – Module 1
GDPR in Clinical Trials – Module 2

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WHAT WILL I LEARN FROM THIS GDPR TRAINING COURSE?

Explain the key principles and requirements of the GDPR and their application to clinical research.

Describe the roles, responsibilities and rights of individuals and organisations when processing personal data in clinical trials.

Apply GDPR requirements relating to consent, data protection impact assessments, records of processing activities, data security and anonymisation.

Apply appropriate GDPR requirements for data retention, deletion, data subject rights, breach notification and incident reporting in clinical trials.

FAQs

Why should I choose this online GDPR for Clinical Trials training course?

Our online GDPR for Clinical Trials training course focuses on the practical application of data protection requirements in clinical research. Rather than covering GDPR in isolation, the course explores how data protection requirements interact with clinical trials, including the CTR and CTIS, GCP, consent, data subject rights, DPIAs, ROPA, data security, anonymisation and data retention. You’ll gain a clear understanding of your responsibilities and the practical steps needed to help protect personal data and support GDPR compliance in clinical trials.

Can I buy this course for my team?

Yes. We offer team licences for organisations of all sizes, making it easy to enrol multiple learners, track their progress and manage training in one place. Please contact us to discuss your requirements and receive a tailored quotation.

Do I need any previous clinical research experience?

No. This course is suitable for learners with little or no previous clinical research experience, as well as professionals looking to refresh or expand their knowledge. The content is presented in a clear, practical way, making it accessible to a wide range of learners.

What makes this course different?

Our training isn’t just a tick-box exercise. Every course is written by experienced clinical research professionals, not AI, and is designed to be engaging, interactive and relevant to real-world practice. Through realistic scenarios, knowledge checks and practical examples, you’ll build confidence in applying what you’ve learned, not just remembering it.

If this course isn’t right for you, take a look at our other online clinical courses.