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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
New
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
New
This webinar covers student data privacy issues with online learning including compliance with FERPA and other regulations.
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
New
Discusses social media use in research recruiting.
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.
Promoting Equity and Diversity in Clinical Research
New
Provides an overview of health disparities while raising awareness of this issue in research design and conduct.
Nuts & Bolts of Running a Virtual IRB Meeting
New
Explores aspects of virtual IRB meetings including the benefits, tech setup, documentation, and more particularly during a disaster.
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.
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.
COVID-19: Ethical Care and Workforce Concerns
New
Reviews public health duties, resources challenges, workforce response, and collaborating with regional hospitals.
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.
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.
COVID-19: Back to Campus (2020-2021)
New
A complimentary course to train staff, students, and faculty on COVID-19 safety for their return to campus.
GDPR for Research and Higher Ed
New
Overview of the European Union’s (EU) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Technology, Ethics, and Regulations
New
Covers various technologies and their associated ethical issues and governance approaches.
Undue Foreign Influence: Risks and Mitigations
New
Explore key ethical, export, security, intellectual property, and transparency requirements related to international engagement.
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.
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.
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
New
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
Featured
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.
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.
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.
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Meet A Few Of Our Expert Authors and Presenters
Our courses are built by over 150 highly qualified experts and rigorously peer reviewed to incorporate various perspectives and ensure accuracy, completeness, and overall quality.
Susan M. Miller is the John S. Dunn Sr. Research Chair at Houston Methodist Hospital. She is also the Department Chair of Family Medicine and is a Professor in the Department of Family Medicine.
Elizabeth is Endowed Chair in Ethics and Director of the Center for Applied Ethics at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She has a significant body of work in internet, social media, and big data research ethics and is currently a member of the PRIM&R Board of Directors.
Dr. Shamoo is a professor and former chair at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Shamoo served on National Commissions and Boards. In 1988, he founded and is the Editor-in-Chief of the journal, Accountability in Research. Author of the textbook, Responsible Conduct of Research (with David Resnik).
Dennis Culhane is the Dana and Andrew Stone Professor of Social Policy at the School of Social Policy and Practice at The University of Pennsylvania, and served as the Director of Research at the National Center on Homelessness among Veterans at the US Department of Veterans Affairs from 2009-2018.
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Clinical Research Coordinator, Specializing in HPV cancer prevention
“I’m a fan of the revised formatting and pictographs. It allows me to choose how to receive the information, and promotes more engagement overall.”
John W.
Vice-President of Academic Affairs
“Thorough and easy to understand. I found it very beneficial to understanding the various aspects of research as well as what is and what is not allowed.”
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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 and psychology.
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Fighting Undue Foreign Influence in Research
The U.S. government, as well as academic leaders, are actively trying to protect their position as a global leader in research and technology. At the same time, they are committed to ensuring transparency and openness, the ingredients that have made U.S.-based research the envy of the world. After several years of internal investigations, officials at […]
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17 September 2020 – Live OHRP Webcast: Practical and Ethical Considerations for Single IRB Review
Learn how to access OHRP's live webinar discussing their recently released guidance on COVID-19.
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