Morehouse School of Medicine Launches Agile Clinical Trials (ACT) Training Program
Innovative 16-week certificate program prepares next generation of clinical research professionals to advance health outcomes
ATLANTA, GA – (November 11, 2025) – Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) recently launched the Agile Clinical Trials (ACT) Clinical Research Training Program, a fully funded, 16-week certificate program designed to prepare professionals aspiring for careers in clinical research—particularly in resource-limited and underserved communities. MSM will select 12 trainees, including advanced practice providers (APPs), research coordinators and recent college graduates, to join the program’s upcoming cohort beginning January 5, 2026, through April 24, 2026.
“Through the Agile Clinical Trials Training Program, we are cultivating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and equipping trainees with the tools to make research more accessible, inclusive and impactful,” said Dr. Julia Liu, Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology at Morehouse School of Medicine. “Clinical research is the foundation of medical progress, and by engaging passionate learners in real-world training, we are helping to ensure that breakthroughs in care reach every population, especially those historically underrepresented in clinical studies.”
The ACT Training Program is offered at no cost to participants, providing reimbursement for select participation expenses directly related to the program. Trainees who successfully complete the program will earn Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Agile Clinical Trials. Through comprehensive learning modules, participants will develop expertise in ethical research practices, patient recruitment, data management and audit preparation.
Trainees will receive mentorship and career preparation by working alongside experienced Morehouse School of Medicine researchers and clinicians who are dedicated to advancing health outcomes through representative clinical trials. Graduates will be job-ready for entry-level Clinical Research Coordinator roles, with demonstrated skills in participant recruitment, documentation and site operations.
The ACT Training Program welcomes applications from nurses (RNs), nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs), as well as graduates with degrees in Biology, Public Health, or Biomedical Sciences. The program also seeks individuals who are passionate about advancing health access optimization and contributing to the field of clinical research. The deadline to apply is November 20, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all seats are filled. Interested candidates can learn more and apply at msm.edu.
About Morehouse School of Medicine
Founded in 1975, Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is among the nation's leading educators of primary care physicians, biomedical scientists, and public health professionals. An independent and private historically-Black medical school, MSM was recognized by the Annals of Internal Medicine as the nation's number one medical school in fulfilling a social mission — the creation and advancement of health equity. MSM faculty and alumni are noted for excellence in teaching, research, and public policy, as well as exceptional patient care. MSM is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award doctoral and master's degrees. To learn more about programs and donate today, please visit MSM.edu or call 404-752-1500.
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