CITI training (part 2)

How would you figure out which is the best human participant training for you? First, think about the level of risk your project entails.

Research protocols that would present a low amount or risk or less than minimal risk to participants most likely will be reviewed by the IRB in any of the six "exempt" review categories. As such, choose the Researchers conducting less than minimal risk research module or the Data or Specimens Only Research module in the CITI training program.

Conversely, research that presents a a minimal risk or higher level of risk will be reviewed in the "expedited" or "full board" review cycles. The module entitled " Social & Behavioral Minimal Risk Research" must be completed by all investigators performing this type of work.

Examples of the type of research in the above review categories can by found on the IRB web site.

If you are unsure of which group to select, or feel your research falls within two of these learner areas, please contact Tim Sparklin in the Human and Animal Research Protections Office at 410-455-2737, email sparklin@umbc.edu or send an IM message to HARPO246.