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Singapore Clinical Research Institute (SCRI)

Clinical Research Coordinator Level 1 Programme (March 2018 intake)

8 June 2018

Learn how the CRC Level 1 Programme equipped new CRCs with foundational clinical trial knowledge, practical skills, and real-world insights to support the effective conduct of clinical research.

Programme Duration: 16 March 2018 to 08 June 2018

Venue: NTU@one-north

Organiser: SCRI Academy

On 16 March 2018, the SCRI Academy held its inaugural training session of the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Level 1 Programme at NTU@one-north. The 12-week programme was designed for CRCs with less than one year of experience, equipping them with the basic knowledge of coordinating a clinical trial. The first intake comprised 29 clinical research staff from the three local public healthcare clusters and the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR).

Ms Tan Siew Hoon was the trainer for the Week 1 module. She gave participants an introduction to clinical trials, covering an overview of the drug development process. She also covered topics such as Good Clinical Practice and Elements of Protocol.

A man presents a Programme Schedule Week 1 slideshow to a classroom of seated students at tables.

SCRI COO, Mr Damien Hong, sharing his insights on CRC trainings and CRC as a career.

A woman presents an "Introduction to Clinical Trial" SCRI Academy slideshow to seated attendees in a conference room.

Trainer Ms Tan Siew Hoon conducting lectures and hands-on group activities for Week 1.



On 23 March 2018, SCRI CEO Associate Professor Teoh Yee Leong conducted the Week 2 module. He lectured on key therapeutic areas, common diseases, related medical terminology and the type of clinical trials in each respective area.

The SCRI Academy also incorporated classroom discussions and interesting case scenarios into the programme to help CRCs more easily apply learned concepts to their daily work.

A man stands presenting a Digestive System slide to students seated at tables with name cards in a classroom.

SCRI CEO, A/Prof Teoh Yee Leong, giving a lecture on the various therapeutic areas and diseases.

Five students gathered around a table with books, one standing near a whiteboard during a group study session.

Participants engaging in group discussions to identify work challenges and brainstorm solutions.