The Advanced Certified Research Specialist (AdvCRS) Program provides advanced role-based preparation for clinical research professionals at UAMS. The training provided by the Advanced Certified Research Specialist Program will provide a more in-depth study of the various topics surrounding Human Subjects Research and Good Clinical Practice.
In the Advanced Program individuals gain a deeper understanding of the research specialist profession by exploring key regulatory and procedural essentials. The program was developed by experienced research professionals and the Office of Research Integrity.
Advanced Certified Research Specialists complete required coursework and pass a comprehensive Advanced Certified Research Specialist Proficiency Exam.
There is no charge for participating in the program. Most the Advanced Certified Research Specialist classes will only be offered once annually. Registrants must have completed the Certified Research Specialist certification and met one of the following requirements:
1. Held the Certified Research Specialist certification for two years prior to enrolling in the Advanced Certified Research Specialist Program,
2. Hold a national certification such as SOCRA or ACRP
3. Have five years work experience in research.
We present new and continuing Advanced Certified Research Specialists with their formal certificates at the annual Certified Research Specialist/Advanced Certified Research Specialist Awards Ceremony each January.
For more information on the program and how to join, please check out the following pages:
- Registration
- Advanced Certified Research Specialist Requirements
- Advanced Certified Research Specialist Checklist
- Advanced Certified Research Specialist Exam: Request via email to Kelly Fountain at kfountain@uams.edu
- Maintaining Advanced Certification
- Frequently Asked Questions
You are welcome to attend any Certified Research Specialist or Advanced Certified Research Specialist classes. If you have questions about a class counting as an elective or requirement, contact Kelly Fountain.