Community-Based Participatory Research Course
This program is provided by the Community Engagement Core Resource (CECR).
Overview
The Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) course provides participants with structured training and practical experience in academic-community research partnerships.
Academic-community partnered pairs will receive:
- Training in CBPR methodology
- Consultation with CBPR experts on community engagement and partnership dynamics
- Access to other Irving Institute resources
Academic and community applicants are required to enroll and partake in the CBPR Course as partners. Attendance is expected from both academic and community partners. In addition to the seminars, participants undertake independent reading, writing, and field exercises outside of class.
Eligibility
This course is available to all Columbia University researchers who hold a faculty appointment of Assistant Professor or higher. External community applicants are welcome but must hold senior leadership roles within health, social service, or faith-based not-for-profit organizations serving New York City.
Deadlines
Enrollment for this course will open early 2026.
Cost
The CBPR Program is offered at no cost to all admitted participants.
Cite it, Submit it, Share it!
If your research has benefited from one or more Irving Institute resources, please remember to:
- Cite our CTSA grant, UL1 TR001873, in any relevant publications, abstracts, chapters, and/or posters.
- Submit your publications to PubMed Central (PMC) for compliance with the NIH Public Access Policy.
- Share your research updates with us by sending an email to: irving_institute@cumc.columbia.edu
