Clinical research

Clinical research refers to a study conducted to assess a potential treatment and its effect on human beings. A Diploma in Clinical Research is usually a one-year course in India, while a Master's degree is usually of two years' duration. It would totally depend on the duration of your Diploma, credibility of the organisation, and purpose of applying with a Diploma. In the USA, a degree course is equivalent to a three-year course, and a master's degree is equivalent to a two-year course. Therefore, a Diploma in clinical research won't be accepted as equivalent to a master's in the USA. In Canada, a Diploma in Clinical Research is equivalent to a Master's in Clinical Research. However, it is for Canadian universities in general; for the ICMR, it may not be counted as equivalent if the duration of the course is less than two years.

The clinical research field deals with research in healthcare Science. After completing a Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery BHMS an aspirant can enter the practical research field of homoeopathy. You will have to do research on the effects, efficacy, risks, and benefits of the homoeopathic medical products, including drugs. There is a good scope for doing clinical research in India since the AYUSH department is promoting homoeopathy in India and across the world. There are plenty of opportunities available to enter the research field, for example as a clinical research coordinator, clinical research associate, or manager in private or government pharma companies. You can apply on different government or private job portals, or simply follow AYUSH's website for job-related updates.