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⩥ What is the purpose of the education program information in the
application?
Answer: To show that the program meets the requirements for clinical
research certification.
⩥ What should applicants do if the minimally required experience spans
multiple positions?
Answer: Each position must be substantiated through submitted
documentation and letters of reference.
⩥ What is the significance of the IRB approval letter in the application
process?
Answer: It is required documentation for each trial to demonstrate
compliance with ethical standards.
⩥ What is the role of the Certification Committee regarding special
needs requests?
Answer: The Certification Committee will review and approve requests
for special needs accommodations.
,⩥ What is the significance of the SOCRA website in the application
process?
Answer: The certification application may be downloaded from the
Application and Fee section of the SOCRA website.
⩥ What should applicants ensure about their application before
submission?
Answer: The submitted application should be fully and legibly
completed.
⩥ What should candidates do if they have a disability that affects their
examination conditions?
Answer: Contact the SOCRA administrative office prior to submitting
the application to confirm required documentation.
⩥ How should an application portfolio be submitted via email?
Answer: Combine the complete application packet into a single PDF
attachment, including the application, payment, and supporting
documentation.
⩥ What is the review timeline for applications?
Answer: Applications will be reviewed within five business days of
receipt.
,⩥ How will applicants be notified if additional information is needed for
their application?
Answer: Applicants may be contacted by e-mail or phone.
⩥ When is enrollment confirmed for an exam?
Answer: Enrollment is confirmed only after the application is complete
and approved.
⩥ What happens if an application is approved?
Answer: The applicant will receive the CCRP Candidate Approval Letter
via email and access to the CCRP Certification Program Reference
Manual.
⩥ What must candidates bring to the examination site?
Answer: A photo ID.
⩥ What is the policy on refunds after application approval?
Answer: No refunds will be issued after the application is approved.
⩥ What happens if a candidate fails to appear for their scheduled exam?
Answer: The candidate will forfeit the $115 CBT fee.
, ⩥ What is the refund policy if the application is unsuccessful?
Answer: The fee is refundable if the application is unsuccessful.
⩥ What is the rescheduling policy for SOCRA sponsored sites?
Answer: Applicants must email SOCRA if unable to take the exam and
have one year to take it at another site.
⩥ What is the cancellation policy for CBT format exams?
Answer: Candidates must cancel or reschedule at least 15 days prior to
avoid forfeiting the $115 fee.
⩥ What are the consequences of rescheduling or canceling less than 15
days before the exam?
Answer: Candidates will be required to pay a $25 fee without an
approved excuse.
⩥ What is the waiting period before retesting?
Answer: There is a 15-day waiting period before retesting.
⩥ What documentation may not need to be resubmitted when retesting?
Answer: Supporting documentation such as job descriptions or
employment verification letters.