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ArticleBMJ open2024

Construction of a competency evaluation model for Clinical Research Coordinators in China: a study based on the Delphi method and questionnaire survey.

Yanhong Zhu, Xiang Sun, Maohang Cai, Jun Shi, Xin Li

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Yanhong ZhuSchool of Health Policy and Management, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China.
Xiang SunDepartment of Expanded Program on Immunization, Jiangsu Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, People's Republic of China.
Maohang CaiSchool of Health Policy and Management, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China.
Jun ShiSchool of Health Policy and Management, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China.
Xin LiSchool of Health Policy and Management, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China xinli@njmu.edu.cn.ORCID 0000-0003-3951-8061

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purposeAs the number of clinical trials in China continues to grow, the assessment of competency of Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), who play a crucial role in clinical trials, has become an important and challenging topic. This study aims to construct a competency model for CRCs tailored to the Chinese context, in order to promote the standardisation and regulated development of the CRC industry. STUDY DESIGN AND

settingThis study was conducted in China, engaging CRCs as the primary subjects. A competency evaluation model for CRCs was constructed through literature review, semi-structured interviews, Delphi expert consultation and the analytic hierarchy process. A questionnaire survey was distributed to a broad sample of CRCs across China to evaluate the model's reliability and validity.

resultsThe final model encompasses 4 core competency dimensions and 37 indicators, tailored to assess the competencies of CRCs in China. The questionnaire yielded an effective response rate of 81.83%, with high internal consistency(Cronbach's α>0.7). Factor analysis confirmed the model's structure, indicating good reliability and validity.

conclusionThis study represents a pioneering effort in constructing a competency model specifically designed for Chinese CRCs, complemented by a robust and valid assessment scale. The findings bear significant implications for the recruitment, training, development and management of CRCs.

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Delphi TechniqueAdultBiomedical ResearchChinaClinical Trials as TopicFemaleHumansMaleProfessional CompetenceReproducibility of ResultsResearch PersonnelSurveys and Questionnairesclinical competenceclinical decision-makingclinical trialeducation, medicaleducation & training (see medical education & training)

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