Earn your GCP credential — completely free
2 courses, 25 hours of ICH E6(R3)-aligned training, and a verifiable URL credential. Listed on TransCelerate BioPharma's GCP Training Mutual Recognition Program. Optional printable PDF certificate $29.
What you will learn
Demonstrate GCP competency to sponsors and institutions
Earn a verifiable credential that demonstrates you meet GCP training expectations for clinical trial participation.
Master the complete ICH E6(R3) guidelines
From foundational ethics through RBQM, Quality by Design, data governance, and inspection readiness.
Protect participant rights and safety in clinical trials
Understand informed consent, safety reporting, and the ethical principles that underpin all clinical research.
Maintain data integrity with ALCOA++ principles
Learn the documentation standards that regulators and monitors expect at every site visit.
Prepare for monitoring visits and regulatory inspections
Know what inspectors look for and how to maintain inspection-ready documentation at all times.
Build a foundation for specialized clinical research roles
GCP certification is the prerequisite for CRC, MSL, regulatory, and other advanced training tracks.
GCP certification is not optional
Every clinical trial requires GCP-trained personnel. Sponsors, CROs, and institutions mandate current GCP certification before granting site access or assigning trial responsibilities. Without it, you cannot participate.
3,000+
Professionals trained
FreeGCP platform data
100%
Free — forever
No credit card required
24 mo
Renewal cycle
Industry standard
18+
Sponsor companies
TransCelerate member firms
Built for clinical research professionals
New Clinical Research Professionals
Starting a career in clinical research? GCP certification is required by virtually every sponsor, CRO, and institution. This is where you begin.
Research Nurses & Site Staff
Already working in clinical settings? Formalize your GCP knowledge and earn the certificate that sponsors and IRBs expect.
Professionals Needing Renewal
GCP training typically requires renewal every 24 months. Refresh your knowledge on the latest ICH E6(R3) guidelines and get a new certificate.
Students & Career Changers
Exploring clinical research as a career path? GCP training gives you the foundational knowledge and a credential that demonstrates commitment to employers.
Same content. Fraction of the cost.
| Program | Price |
|---|---|
| FreeGCP Good Clinical Practice (GCP) | Free |
| CITI GCP Training | $150–300 |
| Barnett International | $200–500 |
| University GCP Courses | $300–800 |
Good Clinical Practice Training Curriculum
Complete both courses and pass their final exams to earn your verifiable ICH GCP E6(R3) credential.
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) is the international ethical and scientific quality standard for designing, conducting, recording, and reporting clinical trials. This track provides comprehensive Good Clinical Practice training aligned with ICH E6(R3), the most recent revision adopted in January 2025.
Complete both courses below — covering everything from foundational clinical research principles to advanced ICH GCP E6(R3) topics including Risk-Based Quality Management, data governance, and inspection readiness — to earn your verifiable GCP credential.
Clinical Research Foundations
What Is Clinical Research?
- 1The Quest for Medical EvidencePreview
- 2Types of Clinical Research
- 3Why Clinical Trials Matter
- Module Quiz10 questions
The Ethical Foundations of Human Research
The Drug Development Pipeline
Understanding Clinical Trial Phases
The People Behind Clinical Trials
The Participant Journey
Regulatory Oversight and Quality
Your Future in Clinical Research
ICH E6(R3) Principles
Introduction to GCP and ICH E6(R3)
Ethical Principles and Participant Protection
Trial Oversight: IRB/IEC, Science, and Qualifications
Quality, Proportionality, and Protocol Design
Reliable Results, Roles, and Product Management
Investigator Responsibilities: Qualifications to Protocol Compliance
Investigator Responsibilities: Safety, Consent, and Product Management
Records, Reports, and Data Governance
Frequently asked questions
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Earn your Good Clinical Practice certificate today
Join thousands of clinical research professionals who have earned their Good Clinical Practice certification through FreeGCP. Complete both courses, pass the exams, and receive your verifiable URL credential at no cost. Optional printable PDF certificate $29.
