Colorado Chapter: Spring 2027 Certification Exam Prep Course

The Spring 2027 Certification Exam Prep Course is a virtual, interactive training session from the ACRP Colorado Chapter for clinical research professionals preparing for an ACRP certification exam. Scheduled for January 9, 2027, from 9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. MST, it focuses on understanding the exams and building a practical study strategy.

Who it prepares

The course is designed for candidates pursuing CCRA® (Certified Clinical Research Associate), CCRC® (Certified Clinical Research Coordinator), ACRP-CP® (ACRP Certified Professional), or CPI® (Certified Principal Investigator) credentials. It can serve both people beginning their preparation and candidates who want to identify remaining knowledge gaps before testing.

What the class covers

The four-hour instructional program covers the exam process and question structure, six relevant guidelines, cognitive levels used in developing exam questions, and realistic study strategies for working research professionals. Participants also complete a personal gap analysis intended to identify stronger areas and subjects requiring additional study.

Format and instructor

The agenda consists of three instructional modules: Introduction to the Exam Process from 9:00–10:45, Overview of the 6 Relevant Guidelines from 10:45–12:00, and Exam Prep Questions by ECO Section from 12:15–1:30, with a 15-minute break. The facilitator is Laurie Burnside, MSM, CCRC, president of the ACRP Colorado Chapter.

Registration and important distinction

Registration is listed at $100 for Colorado Chapter members, $150 for ACRP members, and $200 for non-members, with a January 6, 2027 registration deadline. Importantly, this is an educational preparation course independent of the ACRP Certification Board and the Academy; it does not provide actual certification-exam content or privileged access to exam questions.