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About Study Course

Credit points / ECTS:2 / 3
Course supervisor:Agita Melbārde-Kelmere
Study type:Full time
Course level:Master's
Target audience:Nursing Science
Language:Latvian
Branch of science:Clinical Medicine; Health Care

Objective

Deepen student understanding of the clinical research planning, management, documentation and reporting of results according to the international ethical and quality standards. Acquire basic principles of a good clinical practice. Acquire knowledge on the rights and obligations of trail subjects. Facilitate the acquirement of knowledge and skills in the field of clinical research and be able to use the appropriate professional terminology.

Prerequisites

Basic principles of quality assurance, scientific article research and analysis skills.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

As a result of the study course students will gain knowledge and understanding of the clinical trial planning, management, documentation and reporting of results according to the international ethical and quality standards. Acquire the basic principles of good clinical practice. Know the right and obligations of the parties, including trial subjects, rights and obligations. Learn the appropriate professional terminology.

Skills

As a result of the study course students will be able to tell about the planning of clinical trials, their design, principles of assurance control, the involved parties and their responsibilities. During the classes will acquire the skill to apply the knowledge gained in the field of clinical trials. Will be able to find and use normative acts, which regulate clinical trials. Will be able to communicate with research subjects on their rights and responsibilities. Will use the professional terminology of clinical trials.

Competence

As a result of the study course students will develop competence – ability to successfully take part and participate in clinical trials and provide appropriate care of the trial subjects.

Study course planning

Planning period:Year 2024, Autumn semester
Study programmeStudy semesterProgram levelStudy course categoryLecturersSchedule
Nursing Studies, MZFM3Master’sRequiredAgita Melbārde-Kelmere