CCRPS Reviews: Hannah Fischer's Career Growth with CCRPS Certification: From Grant Program Manager to Leading Clinical Trials at UCSF

Before CCRPS: Hannah Fischer Was A Grant Manager Struggling with Clinical Trial Coordination. After CCRPS She Elevated to Clinical Trial Leader at UCSF, Excelling in Trial Management and Grant Applications, Thanks to Our Clinical Trials Training.

In preparation for further accreditation for CCRPS, we are conducting case studies with graduates to discuss their experience in our course in 15-30 minute interviews with our clinical research educator, Courtney. We invited students to share their feedback asking extensive questions on why they chose the course, what they felt while taking the course, and how the course has helped them after completion. Today, we share Hannah Fischer’s feedback underscores the significant positive impact of the CCRPS certification program on her professional life. Her experience highlights the program’s effectiveness in enhancing participants' understanding of clinical trials, improving job performance, and facilitating career advancement. This testimonial serves as a strong endorsement of the program’s value to professionals in the clinical trials industry.

Key Takeaways

● Hannah had a very positive experience with the self-paced online format, which she found accommodating to her busy schedule.

● The content was comprehensive and directly applicable to her current role in managing clinical trials, significantly aiding her daily responsibilities and strategic approach.

● Successfully leveraged course content and certification to secure a promotion at work, underscoring the practical benefits and career enhancement potential of the program.

● Enthusiastically recommended the course to colleagues due to its thorough coverage of clinical trials from start to finish.

Career Advancement:

● The certification and the knowledge gained from the course played a crucial role in Hannah securing a promotion at work, illustrating the career enhancement potential of the program.

Course Structure and Content:

● She appreciated the self-paced online format, which was perfectly suited to her busy schedule, allowing her to integrate learning seamlessly with her professional responsibilities.

● The course provided a solid foundation in understanding clinical trials from start to finish, making complex processes understandable and manageable.

@0:00 - Courtney Fulkerson: "Congrats on successfully completing your CCRPS program, and thank you also for taking time to meet with me today. We're pretty much just going to go through some questions and answers just to have a conversation about basically how we can improve the program and then your experience with it and kind of where you're at right now in your professional career. Alright, and if you're ready, we'll go ahead and get started with some questions. Okay, could you share some of your favorite moments from the course that enriched your learning experience?"

@0:48 - Hannah Fischer: "I think that's very beneficial. It would be fun to think about, you know, what is needed in the workplace. It helped me. I worked in grants, so I'm the grant program manager for our department, and we are starting a clinical trial for one of our products. I didn't necessarily have a strong engagement and understanding of how everything works together. I have little pieces; I've done this before, but being on the grant side, having this understanding really helped me put together our new grant, our OC2 grant together, and also trying to help implement this trial with some of the events."

@1:35 - Courtney Fulkerson: "Right, well that's really good to hear. What sort of program were you looking for when you chose CCRPS and were you pleased with the content of the course once you got started?"

@2:12 - Hannah Fischer: "I was looking for something that fit my schedule, had a very busy schedule with us, so when I was looking I was looking for something that was self-paced, but also something that had a good foundation, so it explains everything from start to finish about what all is involved in clinical trials, so that it's not too overwhelming."

@4:12 - Courtney Fulkerson: "Would you consider revisiting the course for a refresher, and is there any specific information that you'd want to see within a refresher course?"

@4:25 - Hannah Fischer: "Yes, I can see how that could help with my job in clinical research. Integrating real-world scenarios would be helpful, just because it's nice to see how this knowledge is applied in the workplace."

@4:50 - Courtney Fulkerson: "And if someone from our program were to ask for recommendations for future editions, such as the 2025 edition coming up, would you be open to sharing a list of recommendations and potentially being featured as a course contributor on a future edition of the course?"

@5:05 - Hannah Fischer: "Absolutely. I'm all for continuing education and helping others. If I can help anyone, please let me help."

@5:19 - Courtney Fulkerson: "Can you share what factors motivated you to choose this course and how it stood out from other options that you might have considered?"

@5:41 - Hannah Fischer: "I was looking for something that was self-paced because of my busy schedule. I needed something that provided a thorough foundation, explaining clinical trials from start to finish, so it matched my needs well. CCRPS offered that, and it was easier to fit it into my schedule."

@6:02 - Courtney Fulkerson: "Great, it checked all your boxes then. Now, can you share about your professional journey prior to embarking on this course and how you envision the course contributing to your career growth?"

@6:26 - Hannah Fischer: "Yes. Before taking this course, I was involved in clinical trials administration and coordination but needed a deeper understanding to write clinical trial grants successfully. The comprehensive nature of this course really helped me improve my understanding, which is crucial for my work in managing grants and coordinating trials."

@7:01 - Courtney Fulkerson: "How long did it take you to complete the course and do you feel like the duration was adequate for your learning?"

@7:14 - Hannah Fischer: "I worked on it periodically over 2-3 months. It could be completed in 1 month if someone focused fully on it. The pace was good — the content was clearly explained and I didn't feel rushed."

@7:45 - Courtney Fulkerson: "After completing the course, how did you update your resume and enhance your professional profile?"

@8:06 - Hannah Fischer: "I added the CCRPS certification to my resume and LinkedIn profile. It gave me credibility and deeper knowledge that set me apart in my field. It's definitely helped in job interviews and discussions within my professional network."

@8:36 - Courtney Fulkerson: "How would you describe your experience with our learning platform? Did it facilitate a smooth and engaging learning process?"

@8:48 - Hannah Fischer: "The platform was easy to navigate and use. The content was accessible, and I could go back to review material as needed, which was very helpful for reinforcing knowledge."

@9:35 - Courtney Fulkerson: "And finally, what part of the course did you find most engaging and beneficial to your professional development?"

@9:48 - Hannah Fischer: "The quizzes were particularly helpful for reinforcing the material. The final exam was also very beneficial as it forced a comprehensive review of everything covered, which solidified my understanding and confidence in the subject matter."

@10:23 - Courtney Fulkerson: "What are some reasons you would recommend this course to others based on your experience?"

@10:30 - Hannah Fischer: "It covers clinical trials thoroughly from start to finish and is helpful for anyone involved in clinical trials. I've recommended it to colleagues because it provides a solid foundation and understanding of the clinical trial process, which is essential for anyone in this field."

@10:44 - Courtney Fulkerson: "And lastly, could you share how your career has advanced since completing the course?"

@10:58 - Hannah Fischer: "Since completing the course, I've been promoted at work. The knowledge I gained through the CCRPS program directly helped me secure a higher position where I now manage more critical aspects of clinical trials. It's been a significant boost to my career."