Training

Researchers and their staff must attend an initial mandatory training session where CCAC and institutional policies are explained. New policies and guidelines are brought to the attention of investigators through electronic distribution lists and newsletters.

Animal care staff must also attend mandatory training sessions. The committee encourages continuing education of animal care staff through short courses, workshops, seminars and self-instructive electronic media in order to increase knowledge of new or updated procedures and ethical issues.

Training courses include:

• Training Requirements for Personnel Involved with the Care 
  and Use of Experimental Animals
• Mandatory Training - Lab Animals & Lab Birds
• Mandatory Training - Fish
• Mandatory Training - Wildlife