Animal Care and Use (ACU)

A complete training pathway from core requirements to advanced IACUC and program oversight expertise.


About these Courses

The ACU Core and ACU Advanced course series provide comprehensive, role-based training in the ethical and humane care and use of animals in research, training, and testing. Together, these courses support compliance with USDA and OLAW requirements while equipping investigators, IACUC members, administrators, and institutional officials with both foundational knowledge and advanced, practical guidance to strengthen animal care and use programs and promote effective oversight.

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Research Security Animal Care and Use (ACU) Core These courses cover the general principles of the ethical care and use of animals in research, training, and testing.
Animal Care and Use (ACU)
Research Security Animal Care and Use (ACU) Advanced These courses provide advanced training for Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) members and other animal care and use personnel.
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