Online Training Through CITI Program

St. Cloud State University uses the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) to provide online training for various learner groups.

  • New CITI User: Register
  • Existing CITI User: Log In
    • Add the Lab Animals course to your trainings
    • Select the appropriate learner group
    • Complete the required modules
    • Save a copy of your completion certificate

NOTE: There is no charge for taking this course if you are a current St. Cloud State student or employee and register using your campus email address.

Training Requirements by Learner Group

All principal investigators (PIs) and co-investigators are required to complete IACUC training. A PI or co-PI is responsible for the study and related research tasks involving animal subjects. Investigators may include faculty, staff, or students.

Learner Group CITI Training Required
IACUC Members Complete IACUC – Members training within 60 days of appointment to the committee and before providing guidance or voting on animal use protocols.
Faculty or staff serving as principal or co-investigators Complete IACUC – Faculty Submitting Protocols training prior to submitting the IACUC protocol.
Students serving as principal or co-investigators Depending on the student's status with the university, complete one of the base learning courses:
  • IACUC – Graduate Student Researchers
  • IACUC – Undergraduate Student Researchers
  • IACUC – Vivarium Workers
  • IACUC – Students in Class
Your faculty instructor or advisor may require additional elective modules based on your level of involvement with animals.

Background

In alignment with the Animal Welfare Act, St. Cloud State University maintains compliance through inspections, education, and cooperative efforts.