The Trusted Standard in Research, Ethics, Compliance, and Safety Training
The Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program) is dedicated to serving the training needs of colleges and universities, healthcare institutions, technology and research organizations, and governmental agencies, as they foster integrity and professional advancement of their learners.
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Provides instructions for creating the structures, personnel, and funding for a clinical research program.
Provides essential training on why privacy awareness and compliance matter.
A comprehensive introduction to ethical principles, regulations, and responsible practices that guide software and technology professionals throughout the software development lifecycle.
The course explores OPSEC in academia, training faculty, staff, and students to identify and mitigate risks to sensitive research data while upholding open science principles.
Equips university faculty, staff, administrators, and students with essential knowledge on Title IX compliance and program assessment to foster safer, more effective, and student-centered campus environments.
Helps clinical and operations leaders in safety-net and low-resource healthcare settings develop literacy and confidence in AI.
Equips research personnel with the skills and insights necessary for effective mentorship.
Explores how generative AI (GenAI) can support science communication.
Presents a scalable model for creating a research coordinator float pool to provide flexible staffing, structured training, and broad support for clinical research across institutions.
Describes how to calculate the appropriate sample size for different study designs and outcomes.
These courses explore key topics related to research security and international engagement.
Examines the application of IRB exemptions, focusing on overlooked flexibilities in categories 1 through 3 through discussion and real-world examples.
Provides a review of what COI committee members need to know.
Introduces you to key information about, and tools to use, the 3Rs of animal research.
This course provides learners with a review of contemporary bioethics issues.
The RCR Casebook course is a collection of real-world ethical dilemmas designed to promote discussion, critical thinking, and skill-building in RCR.
Explore the impact of academic integrity from the perspective of both students and faculty/staff.
Prepares you to apply digital health ethics in healthcare and research.
Explores issues that lead to research misconduct and ways to develop trust with faculty and leadership.
This webinar for IRB, IACUC, and sponsored program administrators covers seven key compliance elements with strategies and case studies to strengthen research, reduce risk, and promote integrity.
Foundational and advanced courses provide critical information and best practices for IRB administration.
This course prepares researchers and educational technology developers to navigate COPPA’s legal requirements, conduct compliant research, and engage with digital environments used by children under 13.
Describes the regulatory framework and quality programs for HCT/Ps
This course provides essential practices for those working with high-risk biological materials, clarifying biosafety vs. biosecurity and enabling practical biosecurity planning to prevent theft, misuse, or intentional release.
The webinar explores effective collaboration between IACUC and IBC, detailing their roles, regulatory responsibilities, and best practices to ensure safe and ethical life sciences research while enhancing oversight and protecting workers and animals.
An overview of PCTs, their ethical complexities, best practices, and institutional considerations.
Provides the fundamentals of ergonomics across different settings.
Helps develop leadership skills to meet today’s changing, diverse, and dynamic environments.
This course offers advanced training for experienced researchers and leaders in responsible research conduct, emphasizing integrity, ethical leadership, and fostering healthy research environments.
This course equips faculty, staff, and administrators with the fundamentals and tools to measure outcomes, improve learning, and effectiveness.
N2 is a not-for-profit alliance of Canadian research networks and organizations working to enhance national clinical research capability and capacity.
BIC Study Foundation is a resource for those who want to take CITI Program courses in Korean. They are a certified training provider by the Korean FDA/MAFRA for HRPP and ACU Programs.
A complete research compliance suite that supports IRB, IACUC Conflict of interest, Bio Safety Export Control, and more.
HRP Consulting provides customized services for your research program, including temporary staffing, IRB/IACUC assistance, accreditation support, program evaluations, training/education and more.
CTrials helps grow sponsored research programs by taking on the many administrative challenges inherent in managing clinical trials.
Informed Consent Builder is a cloud-based platform that streamlines the process of managing and generating informed consent forms.
Protocol Builder is an online protocol writing and collaboration platform that also speed up your pre-review turnaround times.
Courses Approved by Top Continuing Education Accreditors
CITI Program courses are approved for CME credits through the Albert Einstein Montefiore Continuing Professional Development Center (CPDC). Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center (Einstein) is accredited by the Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education to provide continuing education activities for healthcare professionals. Einstein is accredited to offer continuing education credit for the following professions: medicine, nursing, psychology, pharmacy, dentistry, optometry, social work, nutritional science, and athletic training.
CITI Program is also accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.
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Meet A Few Of Our Expert Authors and Presenters
Our courses are built by over 350 highly qualified experts and rigorously peer reviewed to incorporate various perspectives and ensure accuracy, completeness, and overall quality.
Melissa is a strategic leader with over 15 years of experience supporting the development, testing, and commercialization of medical technology. She brings deep expertise in the areas of clinical trials, business strategy, research commercialization, and hospital operations. Melissa is the Assistant Dean for Clinical Research at the University of Chicago.
Adam Grant is the Director of the Export Compliance Office at the University of Maryland (UMD). Prior to UMD, Adam worked in the aviation industry at L-3 Unmanned Systems and as a Civil Servant for the US Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR).
Anthony Keyes is an Assistant Director with 20 years’ experience in clinical trials. He directs the Apprentice and Research Coordinator Support Programs and is a national leader and frequent presenter. He received his MBA from Johns Hopkins, a BS from the University of Maryland and is a Project Management Professional.
Robert Michalik is an FDA regulatory attorney and founder of RegulatoryPro Consulting, which serves biopharmaceutical and medical device clients. He has law and biochemistry degrees and has worked for over 30 years in the biopharmaceutical and medical device industries. He counsels clients in technical, quality, and regulatory areas related to new product development and commercialization activities.
In Our Learners' Words
Frank P.
Professor
The course touches on important research considerations in a manageable format. The material required that I pay attention but did not tax my concentration.
Juliana S.
Medical Student
The reading material was simple, concise, but also very informative in regards to the most important points.
Charlotte H.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
The infographics helped a lot with summarizing the overall concepts and main points.
Alberto C.
Postdoctoral Researcher
I really enjoyed the collaborative environment and the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues. The sessions were well-organized, and I appreciated the practical examples that helped me understand complex concepts more easily.
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