CCRPS Reviews: Renata Noronha's Journey: Learning to Leadership in Clinical Research

Renata Noronha completed the CCRPS certification to transition from pharmacovigilance to clinical research. This certification enriched her understanding of international PV requirements and helped her secure a job at a clinical research organization, advancing her from an associate to a lead safety associate.

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 Renata Noronha’s feedback providing valuable insights into the strengths and areas for improvement of the CCRPS certification program. Her positive experience and constructive suggestions will be instrumental in enhancing the course structure, content, and delivery, ultimately enriching the learning experience for future participants aiming to advance their careers in clinical research.

Key Takeaways

● Renata appreciated the clear, structured format of the course, highlighting its ease of follow-through which enhanced her learning experience.

● Enjoyed the global perspective on pharmacovigilance (PV) requirements which added valuable insights applicable to her career in clinical research.

● The certification was pivotal in securing her new role at a clinical research organization, aiding her transition from an associate to a lead safety associate.

● Benefited from the self-paced nature of the course, which allowed her to expedite her learning to align with career opportunities.

Learning Experience:

● Found the course modules well-organized and straightforward, aiding her comprehension and retention of information.

Motivation and Background:

● Chose the CCRPS program to facilitate a career shift from pharmacovigilance to clinical research, driven by the course’s specialized focus and comprehensive coverage of necessary skills and knowledge.

@0:59 Courtney Fulkerson: "Okay. Perfect. Great. Could you share some of your favorite moments from the course that enriched your learning experience?"

@1:05 Renata: "Okay, so I think I found that like easy to follow. I liked it was structured. It was easy to follow. And um, I had previous experience in pharmacovigilance. So it was a bit hard for me to understand Like where like what things are there were a few things that were new to me, especially the reporting with uh, different countries."

@2:33 Renata: "So, I was recently let go from my company. They weren't doing well during COVID, and so it was a natural whole product company, so I did pharmacovigilance for them. When I was looking at jobs in my field, clinical trials were one of them. So, I wanted to get more experience regarding pharmacovigilance first, and then I found this program through one of my friends in clinical research."

@2:33 Courtney Fulkerson: "That sounds like it was a really good fit for what you were looking for. It's great to hear it worked out pretty well for you."

@10:16 Renata: "It is certification. yeah. That’s everything."

@10:18 Courtney Fulkerson: "Okay, so that's good. It sounds like the certification was a significant achievement for you."

@11:04 Renata: "Yeah, I think, like, I think I would."

@12:05 Renata: "So I know that what stood out for me was first, it was clinical research and it was a field that I was interested in getting into, it's specialized. That's important to me."

@12:38 Courtney Fulkerson: "Right, it's always crucial to find a course that not only provides knowledge but also aligns with your career goals."

@15:13 Renata: "Yeah, I had to fast track myself because I got a job, so I had to really buckle down. I helped to have a deadline. So I think I started in November, October and I finished in December. I didn't have a Christmas break, I had to finish the course because my interview was at the end of December."

@16:00 Courtney Fulkerson: "That's quite a commitment! It's impressive that you managed to complete it so quickly."

@16:27 Renata: "Yes, so it's good. I finished it because once I started my job, all the clients we have sponsors they all want your resume. Having that on your resume really helps develop rapport with the sponsors."

@21:29 Renata: "Since I've completed the course, I got a job at a clinical research organization."

@21:35 Courtney Fulkerson: "So that's great. It sounds like the course really helped bridge the gap to your new role."