The Mission of the Consortium of Academic Programs in Clinical Research is:

• To provide a medium for communication among educators of clinical research professionals.

• To encourage and support the development and maintenance of academically based clinical research educational programs to meet the needs of the clinical research community.

• To foster inter-institutional articulation among educational institutions, clinical institutions, professional associations, and industry.

• To initiate and/or support research and studies relating to the educational, manpower and service needs of clinical research professionals.

• To develop organizational and policy positions to be communicated to various agencies and associations.

• To monitor legislation and policy regarding clinical research issues and ensure professional representation and voice on these matters.