Welcome to TMF University
Get started on your TMF accreditation journey with a curriculum that provides you with the needed understanding and skills to master all things TMF.
All students attending this real-time, collaborative, online university will begin with the Level 1 - Discovery accreditation led by industry experts. Developed for those currently working in the TMF, the Discovery classes will provide learners with a solid foundation of TMF fundamentals. Upon completion of Levels 1 & 2 you can earn the status of Qualified TMF Associate. Successfully completing all three levels will result in the Qualified TMF Manager status. All TMF University courses are accredited by The International Accrediting Organization for Clinical Research (IAOCR), the world’s only organization that qualifies Clinical Research Professionals to international standards.
Read below to find out more about the topics covered under each level of study. Begin your journey to achieving TMF excellence, register today!

Ben Rogers
LMK's Manager of TMF Education and Employee Development
Ben Rogers, LMK’s Manager of TMF Education and Employee Development, is responsible for LMK’s TMF University, including the delivery of accredited TMF University courses and the thorough evaluation of student competency assessments. He also oversees LMK’s Corporate Training & Education Program where he leads the development of training content and resources for LMK staff and clients.
Ben has led several initiatives throughout his career involving extensive overhauls of company practices as well as the creation and implementation of global corporate trainings related to Clinical Operations and TMF Management.
He has extensive experience in the clinical research industry and has worked in nearly every facet of TMF, from Document Technician to Senior Manager of Site Management Services and TMF.
One of Ben’s greatest achievements was helping create an electronic file repository for clinical trial documentation that was implemented globally. “I’ve always been someone who enjoyed learning and implementing a new concept and continuing to build upon foundational truths.”
What Students Are Saying
"Going in, I thought I may learn a thing or two. By the end, I feel like I have learned a lot more than I ever expected." - Denise H.
"The course content delivered was helpful for my TMF role. I enjoyed the discussion questions and polls because they helped reinforce the course content learned." - Sophie F.
"There was so much information but the content delivered was detailed, flowed well and told the TMF story from beginning to end." - Jeanine H.
"Great content & very informative! Personally, I really appreciated the knowledge checks to help reinvigorate during the modules." - Jason B.
"I would highly recommend taking any of the courses that LMK Clinical Research Consulting provides to advance you knowledge of the TMF. It is well worth your time!"
- Andrew M.
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Level 1 - Discovery
Fundamentals of the Trial Master File
Level 2 - Immersion
Essential Knowledge of the Trial Master File
Level 3 - Mastery
Advanced Topics of the Trial Master File

Silver Qualification
Qualified TMF Associate
Qualified TMF Associate*
*Recommended TMF Experience: 1 YR
$1,599
Students will receive Accreditation Status for Discovery and Immersion Course Levels plus the Internationally Recognized Qualified TMF Associate Status and Credential.
Requires completion of six course modules and successful completion of required competency assessments
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Gold Qualification
Qualified TMF Manager
Qualified TMF Manager*
*Recommended TMF Experience: 2 YRS
$2,299
Students will receive Accreditation Status for Discovery, Immersion and Mastery Course Levels plus the Internationally Recognized Qualified TMF Manager Status and Credential.
Requires completion of nine course modules and successful completion of required competency assessments
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Level 1 - Discovery
Fundamentals of the Trial Master File
Discovery Level Accreditation*
*Recommended TMF Experience: 6 MO.
$899
Discovery course modules cover the fundamental topics concerning the TMF: Introduction to TMF, Document Quality Control, and TMF Indexing. These modules will ensure that Clinical Trial Assistants, Document Associates and those new to the TMF environment are well-trained to make confident TMF decisions within their roles.
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Certificate Only Option
If you are interested in taking any of the Discovery Level course modules individually and not for accreditation, please email us at triumph@tmf-university.com or call us at +1 980-206-3216.

Level 2 - Immersion
Essential Knowledge of the Trial Master File
Immersion Level Accreditation*
*Recommended TMF Experience: 1 YR
$999
Immersion course modules will cover essential topics that are critically important to TMF quality: TMF Quality Control, Audits & Inspections, and TMF Technology. These modules will help guarantee that individuals in more experienced roles such as Clinical Research Associate, Clinical Trial Coordinator and Functional Clinical Trial Team Member are well-equipped with a more comprehensive understanding of the TMF.
(Choose One)
Certificate Only Option
If you are interested in taking any of the Immersion Level course modules individually and not for accreditation, please email us at triumph@tmf-university.com or call us at +1 980-206-3216.

Level 3 - Mastery
Advanced Topics of the Trial Master File
Mastery Level Accreditation*
*Recommended TMF Experience: 2 YRS
$1,099
Mastery course modules will cover advanced topics of TMF Management, including Current Regulations, TMF Process, and TMF Metrics. These modules will give experienced TMF professionals in roles such as Clinical Project Manager, TMF Lead, TMF Project Manager or Head of Trial Master File a more in-depth understanding of complex TMF concepts and responsibilities, while also ensuring a broad understanding of how to apply their knowledge to unique TMF challenges and lifecycles.
(Choose One)
Certificate Only Option
If you are interested in taking any of the Mastery Level course modules individually and not for accreditation, please email us at triumph@tmf-university.com or call us at +1 980-206-3216.
Compare Accreditation Options
Organizations who want to offer their TMF Professionals educational training to help deepen their knowledge of a certain topic can choose from a range of non-accredited courses. Learn more on our Education page.
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To speak with our TMF University administrator, send an email to triumph@tmf-university.com or call us at +1 980-206-3216.