Curriculum and Courses

CRTP coursework develops the quantitative, methodological, ethical, and operational knowledge needed to conduct rigorous clinical and translational research. Learners select a Degree, Certificate, or Nondegree pathway based on eligibility and professional goals.

Format

CRTP is a part-time program designed for professionals who continue their clinical, laboratory, or professional responsibilities while enrolled.

Live Online Learning

All courses are delivered online in a live, synchronous format via Zoom. Class sessions are recorded and available for later review, but recordings do not replace required attendance. Real-time participation supports discussion, collaborative learning, and engagement with faculty and peers.

Attendance Expectations

Learners are expected to attend scheduled class sessions and meet course-specific participation requirements. Course directors communicate attendance expectations in each syllabus. Requests for excused absences should be made in writing as early as possible, and learners are responsible for completing required make-up work.

Academic Credit

All learners register for academic credit and are held to the same academic and participation standards. CRTP does not permit course auditing.

Curriculum

MHSc - Clinical Research Track

The 36-credit Clinical Research Track includes 24 credits of coursework and 12 credits for a mentored research project. Five required courses account for 16 coursework credits: CRP 241, 242, 245, 253, and 254. Electives are selected in consultation with the learner’s mentor and program faculty.

MHSc - Basic Science Research Track

The 36-credit Basic Science Research Track includes 18 credits of coursework and 18 credits for a mentored research project. Required courses include CRP 241, 245, and 253. Additional electives are tailored to the learner’s research and selected with the mentor and program faculty.

Academic Core Certificate

The certificate requires 16 credits across five courses:

  • CRP 241: Introduction to Statistical Methods - 4 credits
  • CRP 242: Principles of Clinical Research - 4 credits
  • CRP 245: Statistical Analysis - 4 credits
  • CRP 253: Research Ethics and Responsible Conduct of Research - 2 credits
  • CRP 254: Research Management - 2 credits

Nondegree Study

Nondegree learners may take selected individual courses for academic credit. Availability depends on prerequisites, space, professional background, and program approval.