Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
Training
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 |
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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:
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Background
In alignment with the Animal Welfare Act, St. Cloud State University maintains compliance through inspections, education, and cooperative efforts.