🏅 Nationally Certified Clinical Research Patient Care Technician™ (NCCRPCT)™
The Nationally Certified Clinical Research Patient Care Technician™ (NCCRPCT™) is a nationally recognized certification awarded by the National Clinical Research Certification Association (NCRCA™) to professionals who provide direct patient care and technical support in clinical research settings.
NCCRPCT-certified technicians are trained to perform essential clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, assisting with study procedures, collecting specimens, and ensuring participant comfort and safety during clinical trials. They work closely with clinical research coordinators, nurses, and investigators to support protocol compliance and high-quality data collection.
âś… Key Competencies:
- Patient preparation and monitoring during study visits
- Collection of vital signs and biospecimens
- Support with EKGs, phlebotomy, and basic procedures
- Documentation of patient care in compliance with study protocols
- Maintaining a safe, ethical, and comfortable environment for research participants
đź“Ś Ideal Candidates:
- Certified patient care technicians working in clinical research
- Medical assistants and nursing assistants transitioning into research roles
- Research staff responsible for hands-on patient interaction
The NCCRPCT credential demonstrates the ability to deliver high-quality patient care within the specialized environment of clinical trials, ensuring both participant safety and protocol fidelity.
NCRCA Credential Overview – NCCRPCT Nationally Certified Clinical Research Patient Care Technician
NCCRPCT – Nationally Certified Clinical Research Patient Care Technician
Credential Description
Credential for PCTs who support clinical trials by providing patient care, monitoring, and documenting health data under study protocols.
Job Analysis
– Patient Monitoring: Check vitals and monitor participant well-being
– Specimen Collection: Assist with collection of samples under supervision – Data Recording: Document clinical interactions and health changes
– GCP Compliance: Ensure care is delivered per ethical standards
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
– Patient Care & Vitals Monitoring – 35%
– Documentation & Data Recording – 25% – Specimen Collection Support – 20%
– Ethics & GCP Adherence – 10%
– Participant Communication – 10%
Initial Certification Fee
$398
Annual Maintenance Fee
$398
Renewal Requirements
– 500 hours verified employment
NCRCA Credential Overview – NCCRPCT Nationally Certified Clinical Research Patient Care Technician
– 10 CE hours related to the role
– $398 renewal fee submitted before expiration