The ABCs of 104: Understanding Exemption Categories

Reviews the elements of the Common Rule’s exemption categories.

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About this Webinar

This webinar explains what it means to be exempt from the Common Rule, conditions for the different exemption categories, and when human subjects research may qualify for an exemption according to the Common Rule. Individuals across organizations who work in areas related to research with humans will find this presentation helpful.

Note: This webinar is part of the OHRP webinars on 45 CFR 46. It is also available at no charge at https://www.hhs.gov/ohrp/education-and-outreach/human-research-protection-training/ohrp-webinars-on-45-cfr-46/index.html.

Original Recording Date: June 6, 2022

Release Date: May 29, 2025

Language Availability: English

Suggested Audiences: Grant Reviewers, Human Subject Protection Staff, Institutional Leadership, IRB Administrators, IRB Members, Research Personnel, Researchers, Students

Organizational Subscription Price: Included as part of an annual subscription to our All Access Webinar Package
Independent Learner Price: N/A


Webinar Content

The ABCs of 104: Understanding Exemption Categories

Presented by: HHS Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) Division of Education and Development (DED)

Learning Objectives:

  • Discuss what exemption means.
  • Describe the exemptions in the Common Rule.
  • Explain the conditions needed to qualify for the more commonly used exemption categories.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21785 (English)


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