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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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Importance of Peer Review and Data Validation in Research
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This webinar covers the types, limits, and ethical guidelines of peer review along with federal regulations and criteria for evaluating proposals.
FERPA and Online Learning in the Time of COVID-19
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This webinar covers student data privacy issues with online learning including compliance with FERPA and other regulations.
Participating in Vaccine Research (Free Webinar)
New
Learn about what to expect when participating in vaccine research.
COVID-19 and Human Research Protection Programs
New
This webinar reviews how a human research protection program (HRPP) responded to and dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Social Media and Research Recruiting
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Discusses social media use in research recruiting.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human Subject Protections
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Explores the current protections, regulatory elements, and ethics tools associated with protecting human subjects in light of AI research.
Nuts & Bolts of Running a Virtual IRB Meeting
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Explores aspects of virtual IRB meetings including the benefits, tech setup, documentation, and more particularly during a disaster.
COVID-19: Insights for Higher Ed Leaders (Free Course)
New
Gain insights to guide strategic planning surrounding COVID-19 operations in Higher Ed.
Accreditation 101 for New and Adjunct Faculty
New
Learn about the importance of accreditation and the role you may plan in your institution’s annual accreditation renewal process.
Title IX and the New Regulations
New
Discusses key elements of the new 2020 regulations, how they affect the institutional community, and what you should know to implement best practices into revised Title IX procedures and policies.
International Students in U.S. Higher Ed
New
Discusses different visa types pertaining to international students and their effect on student activities on and off campus.
Remote Contact Tracing
(Free Course)
New
Train individuals to conduct remote contact tracing for COVID-19 according to an established protocol and using evidence-based practices.
Informed Consent and Clinical Investigations: A Focus on the Process
New
Explores current challenges and improvement strategies related to informed consent.
Export Compliance: An Overview for Staff, Students, and Faculty
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Provides faculty, staff, and students with an overview of U.S. export control regulations and their application to various activities within institutions of higher education.
COVID-19: Ethical Care and Workforce Concerns
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Reviews public health duties, resources challenges, workforce response, and collaborating with regional hospitals.
False Claims Act: A Primer and Guide for Research Organizations
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This course provides an introduction to the False Claims Act ideally suited for faculty, researchers, and staff at research organizations.
FDA Inspections: From Site Preparation to Response
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Covers regulatory inspections of clinical investigators and sites, including mock inspections, 482s, 483s, warning letters, communication, and CAPA plans.
COVID-19: Back to Campus (2020-2021)
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A complimentary course to train staff, students, and faculty on COVID-19 safety for their return to campus.
GDPR for Research and Higher Ed
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Overview of the European Union’s (EU) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Technology, Ethics, and Regulations
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Covers various technologies and their associated ethical issues and governance approaches.
Undue Foreign Influence: Risks and Mitigations
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Explore key ethical, export, security, intellectual property, and transparency requirements related to international engagement.
Conflict Management
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Provides an overview of conflict, types of conflict, conflict styles, communication styles, and intervention strategies.
Technology Transfer
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An introduction for researchers on university technology transfer and commercialization processes.
Teaching and Training for Professionals
New
Provides instruction on how to improve your teaching and training skills in a variety of settings.
Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Foundations
CME/CEU
This course provides basic CRC training.
Disaster Planning for the Research Enterprise
Featured
This course offers information about disaster planning and business continuity to those responsible for research oversight.
Institutional Review Board (IRB) Administration
CME/CEU
This course offers a comprehensive review of the critical areas associated with IRB and IRB office operations.
GCP for Clinical Investigations of Drugs and Biologics (ICH)
CME/CEU
Ideal for individuals proposing to conduct clinical trials of drugs and biologics in the U.S. or internationally.
GCP for Clinical Investigations of Drugs and Devices (FDA)
CME/CEU
Ideal for individuals proposing to conduct clinical trials of drugs, biologics, and devices primarily in the U.S.
Essentials of Research Administration
CME/CEU
This course provides an overview of research administration.
Clinical Trial Billing Compliance (CTBC)
CME/CEU
This course focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain compliance and best practices associated with clinical research billing.
Social-Behavioral-Educational (SBE) Basic
CME/CEU
This course covers the core human subjects research topics for social-behavioral-educational researchers.
ClinicalTrials.gov: Protocol Registration & Results Disclosure
Featured
A video-enhanced guide to compliance with the FDAAA Final Rule and NIH Policy on clinical trial disclosure.
Biomedical Principal Investigator
CME/CEU
This role-based course covers supervision, delegation, management, reports, and communication for investigators.
Participating in Vaccine Research (Free Webinar)
New
Learn about what to expect when participating in vaccine research.
Informed Consent and Clinical Investigations: A Focus on the Process
New
Explores current challenges and improvement strategies related to informed consent.
Biomedical (Biomed) Basic
CME/CEU
This course covers the core human subjects research topics for biomedical researchers.
FDA Inspections: From Site Preparation to Response
New
Covers regulatory inspections of clinical investigators and sites, including mock inspections, 482s, 483s, warning letters, communication, and CAPA plans.
Undue Foreign Influence: Risks and Mitigations
New
Explore key ethical, export, security, intellectual property, and transparency requirements related to international engagement.
Technology Transfer
New
An introduction for researchers on university technology transfer and commercialization processes.
Healthcare Ethics Committee (HEC)
CME/CEU
This course focuses on developing the knowledge and skill base necessary for being a successful healthcare ethics committee member.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
CME/CEU
This course covers the core requirements of the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Conflicts of Interest (COI) Basic
CME/CEU
This course provides foundational training on the PHS regulations associated with financial conflicts of interests.
Information Security
CME/CEU
This course provides information on basic techniques for data and device security, including email and mobile devices.
Health Privacy (HIPAA)
CME/CEU
This course is intended to cover the core elements of the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements.
Bioethics
CME/CEU
This course provides learners with a review of contemporary bioethics issues.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human Subject Protections
New
Explores the current protections, regulatory elements, and ethics tools associated with protecting human subjects in light of AI research.
Ethics & Policy Issues in CRISPR Gene Editing
Featured
Explore the ethical and policy issues that CRISPR gene editing presents in this engaging webinar.
Compensation Reporting (Effort Reporting)
Featured
A focused discussion for individuals who work with federally sponsored awards, PIs, and other members of the research team.
False Claims Act: A Primer and Guide for Research Organizations
New
This course provides an introduction to the False Claims Act ideally suited for faculty, researchers, and staff at research organizations.
GDPR for Research and Higher Ed
New
Overview of the European Union’s (EU) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Technology, Ethics, and Regulations
NewUpdated
Covers various technologies and their associated ethical issues and governance approaches.
Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Basic
CME/CEU
This course covers the core norms, principles, regulations, and rules governing the practice of research.
Export Compliance (EC) Basic
CME/CEU
This course provides an overview of export compliance regulations along with information specifically tailored for certain roles and responsibilities.
Working with Genetically Modified Mice in Research Settings
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This course provides training on working with genetically modified mice in research settings.
Working with the IACUC
Featured
This course provides basic training on the protection of animal subjects used in research.
Health Privacy (HIPAA)
CME/CEU
This course is intended to cover the core elements of the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements.
Social-Behavioral-Educational (SBE) Basic
CME/CEU
This course covers the core human subjects research topics for social-behavioral-educational researchers.
ClinicalTrials.gov: Protocol Registration & Results Disclosure
Featured
A video-enhanced guide to compliance with the FDAAA Final Rule and NIH Policy on clinical trial disclosure.
Semiannual Evaluations In Depth
Featured
This course provides IACUC members and administrators with more in-depth information about the conduct of semiannual evaluations.
Initial Biosafety Training
CME/CEU
This course offers initial training for researchers handling biohazards in a research or clinical laboratory.
Laboratory Chemical Safety
Featured
This course covers the fundamental safety practices for working with hazardous chemicals in the laboratory.
Participating in Vaccine Research (Free Webinar)
New
Learn about what to expect when participating in vaccine research.
COVID-19: Insights for Higher Ed Leaders (Free Course)
New
Gain insights to guide strategic planning surrounding COVID-19 operations in Higher Ed.
Accreditation 101 for New and Adjunct Faculty
New
Learn about the importance of accreditation and the role you may plan in your institution’s annual accreditation renewal process.
Title IX and the New Regulations
New
Discusses key elements of the new 2020 regulations, how they affect the institutional community, and what you should know to implement best practices into revised Title IX procedures and policies.
Informed Consent and Clinical Investigations: A Focus on the Process
New
Explores current challenges and improvement strategies related to informed consent.
Export Compliance: An Overview for Staff, Students, and Faculty
New
Provides faculty, staff, and students with an overview of U.S. export control regulations and their application to various activities within institutions of higher education.
Biomedical (Biomed) Basic
CME/CEU
This course covers the core human subjects research topics for biomedical researchers.
GDPR for Research and Higher Ed
New
Overview of the European Union’s (EU) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Essentials of Research Administration
CME/CEU
This course provides an overview of research administration.
Institutional/Signatory Official: Human Subjects Research
Featured
Provides a foundational training for institutional/signatory officials on their roles and responsibilities as part of an HRPP.
Institutional Review Board (IRB) Chair
CME/CEU
This course provides detailed training for current and future Institutional Review Board (IRB) chairs.
Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Advanced
CME/CEU
This course provides clinical research professionals with advanced training tailored to the CRC’s critical role in the conduct of clinical trials.
Research Study Design
Featured
This course provides learners with an understanding of how to improve study design, collect and analyze data, and promote reproducible research.
Essentials of Statistical Analysis: Complete (Parts 1, 2, and 3)
Featured
Teaches learners the essentials of statistical analysis.
Essentials of Grant Proposal Development
CME/CEU
This course provides a step-by-step guide to help simplify the grant writing process.
IACUC Administration
Featured
This course provides a comprehensive review of IACUC administration, including the IACUC administrator’s specific roles and responsibilities in an animal care and use program.
Biosafety Officer Training – Basic
Featured
This course offers an Introduction to biosafety for new biosafety officers and other environmental health and safety professionals.
Social Media and Research Recruiting
New
Discusses social media use in research recruiting.
Medical Marijuana: A Budding Field of Research
Featured
Discuss unique challenges and issues as well as considerations for IRB review and steps for getting started in medical marijuana research.
Running a Virtual IRB Meeting
Featured
Explore different elements associated with running an IRB meeting in a virtual environment, including key areas for IRB chairs, members, and staff.
Accreditation 101 for New and Adjunct Faculty
New
Learn about the importance of accreditation and the role you may plan in your institution’s annual accreditation renewal process.
International Students in U.S. Higher Ed
New
Discusses different visa types pertaining to international students and their effect on student activities on and off campus.
Remote Contact Tracing
(Free Course)
New
Train individuals to conduct remote contact tracing for COVID-19 according to an established protocol and using evidence-based practices.
Conflict Management
New
Provides an overview of conflict, types of conflict, conflict styles, communication styles, and intervention strategies.
Teaching and Training for Professionals
New
Provides instruction on how to improve your teaching and training skills in a variety of settings.
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Dr. Rolando Montoya was called to serve as interim president of Miami Dade College (MDC) in August 2019. He retired as provost for operations at MDC in 2017,previously serving the college in various ascending capacities between 1987 and 2017. In addition, he served as a College Trustee following his retirement.
Ms. Anderson serves as a Senior Advisor for Public Health Education in the Division of Education and Development of the HHS Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP). She holds degrees in Microbiology, Science Education, and Biomedical Science Policy and Advocacy.
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Eric Wagner serves as Director, Legal Affairs in Duke University's Office of Licensing and Ventures. As a registered patent attorney, his responsibilities include the preparing and prosecuting of patent applications, assisting OLV staff regarding patent and licensing matters, as well as the management of intellectual assets owned by Duke University.
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Clinical drug and biologics trials should aim to have participants represent the likely users of the approved medication. The FDA has issued guidance for sponsors that recommends approaches to increase enrollment of underrepresented populations in clinical trials. Enhancing the Diversity of Clinical Trial Populations — Eligibility Criteria, Enrollment Practices, and Trial Designs Guidance for Industry […]
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Upcoming Events
December 2020 – PRIM&R’s AER20 Annual Conference
CITI Program will attend PRIM&R’s AER20 Virtual Conference in December. Each fall, PRIM&R hosts the annual Advancing Ethical Research (AER) Conference for those working in human subjects protections, research ethics, and oversight. This event brings together professionals from public and private institutions, the federal government, industry, and academia, to learn about ethical issues and the […]
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