The CCTS is committed to developing clinical and translational researchers and research teams through our programs and training opportunities, integrating successful training programs with new initiatives.  

A collaboration of NCATS and CTSA Consortium members have defined the training standards for core competencies in clinical and translational research. Click here to view the core competency recommendations. 

CCTS Training Academy Leadership:
David Chaplin, MD, PhD, Training Academy Director
Ken Saag, MD, TL1 and KL2 Program Director
Peter Smith, PhD, Training Academy Co-Director

UAB Program Coordinator, Informational Contact:
Audrey Wrenn, MA, Program Coordinator
awrenn@uab.edu or 205-978-8333