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3 Weeks / 80 Hours
 
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Audit & Inspection Readiness (CDM)

Introduction – Audit & Inspection Readiness in CDM

In clinical research, the Database Lock (DBL) is a critical milestone that signifies the end of data collection, cleaning, and validation for a clinical trial. Once the database is locked, no further changes are allowed, ensuring data integrity for statistical analysis and regulatory submission.
The DBLR program introduces learners to the processes, requirements, and readiness steps for database lock and unlock, highlighting the role of Clinical Data Management (CDM) teams in ensuring high-quality, inspection-ready data.

Course Name :  Database Lock & Unlock (DBL Readiness) (CDM)
Course Code :  DBLR
Experience Level :  Intermediate
Qualification :  : Bachelor’s / Master’s in Life Sciences, Statistics, Pharmacy, Nursing, Public Health, or related fields
Student Category :  Clinical Data Managers, Data Coordinators, Clinical Trial Professionals, Career Changers

Delivery Type

SIP – Self-Paced Online with Support

Duration & Delivery
  1. Course Duration: 3 weeks (80 hours)
  2. Format: Self-Paced Online with Support (narrated lessons, readings, quizzes, and role-based tasks).
Key Learning Objectives

   By completing this program, learners will::

  2. Understand the purpose and importance of database lock in clinical trials.
  3. Learn the criteria for DBL readiness (clean data, query resolution, coding completion, audit trails).
  4. Explore the step-by-step process of database lock and unlock.
  5. Gain knowledge of roles and responsibilities across CDM, Biostatistics, and Regulatory teams.
  6. Understand partial locks, interim locks, and unlock scenarios.
  7. Review common challenges and risk mitigation strategies.
  8. Learn about regulatory expectations for DBL documentation and compliance.
  9. Examine case studies of DBL readiness in real-world trials.
Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for:

  1. Clinical Data Managers (CDMs) leading database activities.
  2. Data Coordinators & Assistants involved in query resolution and coding.
  3. Biostatistics staff preparing for statistical analysis.
  4. Regulatory & QA professionals ensuring DBL compliance.
  5. Career changers entering CDM and trial data operations.
Benefits & Outcomes
  1. Gain expertise in DBL readiness and compliance workflows.
  2. Learn how to coordinate across teams for smooth database lock.
  3. Build confidence in handling partial locks and unlocks.
  4. Be job-ready for mid-level CDM roles and inspection scenarios.
  5. Establish a pathway toward advanced data standards and regulatory submission training.
Career Pathways: After completing this course.

This program is aligned with:

  1. Clinical Data Manager
  2. DBL Coordinator
  3. Clinical Trial Data Specialist
  4. Regulatory Data Compliance Associate
  5. Clinical Operations Data Lead

Curriculum & Modules

Modules
1. Introduction to Database Lock in Clinical Trials

2. DBL Criteria – Data Cleaning, Query Resolution, Coding, Audit Trails

3. Partial Locks vs. Full Locks vs. Interim Locks

4. Unlock Scenarios – When and Why Databases Are Reopened

5. Roles & Responsibilities of CDM, Biostatistics, and Regulatory Teams

6. DBL Documentation & Compliance (ICH-GCP, FDA, EMA)

7. Risk Mitigation – Avoiding Delays in DBL Readiness

8. Case Studies – Real-World DBL Processes
Getting in Touch:

For more information, please call us at +91 8925971788 / +91 8977943100 (WhatsApp) or email qpdc@qtechelearncenter.com. Our course specialists will reach out to you promptly to assist you in taking the next steps toward your career goals.