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Good Clinical Practice- Foundation for clinical trials: Integrating SA GCP ICH GCP R3 and Ethics in Health Research

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About Course

The course is designed for those already trained on the SA GCP version 3 (2020). The 16-hour course covers:
SA GCPICH GCP R3 guidelines.
Updated Declaration of Helsinki
Ethics in Health Research: Updated EC Health. Research, NDoH 2024

What Will You Learn?

  • The certification equips candidates with the knowledge to understand regulatory requirements, including SA guidelines for good clinical practice, South African ethical principles for conduct of human research and international standards like Declaration of Helsinki, CIOMs and ICH-GCP.

Course Content

The Good Clinical Practice (GCP) foundations for clinical trials
The Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines for clinical trials provide a comprehensive introduction for all individuals involved in clinical research. This training provides participants with essential knowledge of the key principles, internationally recognised guidelines, and step-by-step processes required to conduct high-quality clinical trials both ethically and effectively. The foundation course covers the latest standards, including the South African GCP version 3 (2020), the current International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) GCP E6 (R3), and the National Department of Health (NDoH) 2024 Ethics in Health Research. Completion of this course ensures that all staff members participating in clinical trials are compliant with the latest mandatory training requirements. Course Structure Module 1: Ethics in Health Research (NDoH 2024) – This module covers the fundamental ethical considerations and responsibilities in health research, guided by the latest requirements set out by the National Department of Health. Topics include participant rights, informed consent, research integrity, and the role of ethics committees. Module 2: Introduction to drug discovery and drug development Module 3: South African Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Edition 3 (2020) – This section delves into the South African GCP guidelines, focusing on regulatory frameworks, responsibilities of research staff, documentation, and quality assurance practices specific to the South African context. Module 4: International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) GCP E6 R3 – This module explores the global GCP standards, emphasising harmonised practices for clinical trials, investigator and sponsor obligations, data management, and safety reporting in accordance with ICH GCP E6 Revision 3. By completing this training, participants will acquire a thorough understanding of the regulatory, ethical, and operational frameworks that underpin successful clinical research. The course is suitable for all clinical trial staff, including investigators, coordinators, monitors, and support personnel, and helps ensure preparedness to uphold the highest standards in clinical trial conduct. After training, learners must pass an exam with a score of at least 80%. Successful candidates receive a certificate valid for three years. Training is accredited by HPCSA with 16 ethical CPD points.

  • GCP Foundation Course Introduction
    08:00

Module 1: Introduction to Ethics in Health Research
In this session we embark on a journey through the origins and history of health research ethical oversight requirements. It's a story that begins in an era where new drugs were not mandated to undergo premarket safety assessments, leading to therapeutic disasters and shocking atrocities. Understanding this historical context is crucial, for it not only sheds light on the mistakes and missteps of the past but also paves the way for ethical, responsible, and patient-centered medical research practices today. We will embark on this enlightening journey together, exploring the challenges faced, lessons learned, and the evolution of health ethics The course materials reflect on past atrocities in medical research The learners will understand that, alongside the potential benefits of scientific research, there are potential risks to the people who participate in the journey that makes breakthroughs possible The module lays a foundation for the following modules on the principles and guidelines that are fundamental ethical principles in medical research

Module 2: South African NDoH 2024 Revision 3

Module 3: Introduction to Drug Discovery and Development

Module 4: SA GCP

Module 5: ICH GCP R3

Exam
Passing Requirement: A minimum score of 80% is required to successfully pass the examination. Attempt Limit: Learners are permitted up to three attempts to achieve the passing score. Certification: Upon successful completion of the exam, a certificate will be issued to acknowledge your accomplishment.

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3 weeks ago
Very nice
SD
3 weeks ago
Very informative, thorough and comprehensive. A good overview of SAGCP and ICH...
Poloko Ntontela
9 months ago
The course is very challenging but insightful.
NR
9 months ago
It was well crafted ,well balanced, delivered with clarity pedagogically.
IN
11 months ago
Well prepared and well delivered
MV
11 months ago
Course very well delivered. Instructor had excelent understanding and interpretation of the content.

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