🏅 Nationally Certified Clinical Research Assistant’s Supervisor™ (NCCRAS™)
The Nationally Certified Clinical Research Assistant’s Supervisor (NCCRAS) credential, awarded by the National Clinical Research Certification Association (NCRCA), is a nationally recognized certification for experienced professionals who supervise, train, and lead clinical research assistants within research teams.
This credential demonstrates advanced knowledge in clinical trial operations, staff oversight, regulatory compliance, and protocol management. NCCRAS-certified supervisors play a critical role in ensuring research quality, adherence to GCP standards, and efficient site coordination.
✅ Key Competencies:
- Supervision and training of clinical research assistants
- Oversight of trial documentation and data integrity
- Protocol adherence and regulatory compliance monitoring
- Coordination with investigators, coordinators, and sponsors
- Performance evaluation and workflow management
📌 Ideal Candidates:
- Senior clinical research assistants seeking advancement
- Site managers or lead assistants responsible for team oversight
- Professionals with experience coordinating or supervising clinical trial operations
The NCCRAS credential affirms a commitment to leadership, quality, and professionalism in the clinical research environment.
NCRCA Credential Overview – NCCRAS Nationally Certified Clinical Research Assistant Supervisor
NCCRAS – Nationally Certified Clinical Research Assistant Supervisor
Credential Description
This credential certifies individuals responsible for supervising teams of Clinical Research Assistants (CRAs) and ensuring study execution quality.
Job Analysis
– Team Supervision: Oversee CRA performance and task completion – Training & Mentorship: Train new assistants and monitor compliance – Workflow Management: Assign duties, manage daily site operations – Documentation Review: Audit assistant work for protocol compliance
Eligibility Requirements
– Employed by NCRCA-accredited partner employer
– OR complete 1-Day National Certification Bridge Program – OR attend an NCRCA-hosted Certification Conference
Exam Format
100 multiple-choice questions
Exam Content Breakdown
– Assistant Oversight & Supervision – 30%
– Team Training & Support – 25%
– Documentation & Workflow Management – 20% – Clinical Ethics & Communication – 15%
– Protocol Adherence – 10%
Initial Certification Fee
$398
Annual Maintenance Fee
$398
Renewal Requirements
– 500 hours verified employment
– 10 CE hours related to the role
– $398 renewal fee submitted before expiration