Enrollment Methods
Manual Enrollment
Site team creates participant records directly:1
Navigate to Participants
Open Site > Participants or Study > Participants.
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Add Participant
Click “Add Participant”.
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Enter Information
Provide required information:
- Pseudonym (study identifier)
- PHI fields (if enabled)
- Initial status
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Assign Pathway
Select the participant pathway.
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Create
Create the participant record.
Participants cannot register themselves. All participant onboarding is controlled by the study and site teams.
Enrollment Information
Required Fields
Optional Fields (Study-Configured)
Pseudonym Format
Pseudonyms uniquely identify participants within the study:- Typically formatted as “Site-Sequence” (e.g., “001-001”)
- Must be unique within the study
- Cannot be changed after creation
Initial Status
Select the appropriate starting status:
The default initial status is configured at the study level.
Arm Assignment
If your study has multiple arms:1
During Enrollment
Optionally assign the arm during enrollment if known.
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After Randomization
Update arm assignment after randomization occurs.
Pathway Assignment
Pathways define the participant’s schedule of activities:1
Select Pathway
Choose from available pathways during enrollment.
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Pathway Creates Activities
The pathway generates scheduled questionnaires and visits.
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Modify if Needed
Pathways can be adjusted for individual participants if needed.
Different arms may have different pathways. Ensure the correct pathway is selected for the participant’s arm.
Enrollment Validation
The system validates enrollment data:- Pseudonym uniqueness
- Required field completion
- PHI format validation (if applicable)
Enrollment Metrics
Track enrollment progress:Best Practices
Verify Eligibility First
Verify Eligibility First
Confirm eligibility criteria before creating participant records.
Consistent Data Entry
Consistent Data Entry
Train all site staff on enrollment procedures for consistency.
Double-Check Pseudonyms
Double-Check Pseudonyms
Verify pseudonym accuracy before creating the record.
Document Consent
Document Consent
Ensure informed consent is documented before enrolling.
Related
Participant Status
Status transitions after enrollment.
Participant Pathways
Configure participant journeys.
