Training

This basic training program is covering the use of Rodents as animal models in biomedical research.

It is composed of theory and hands-on courses. The theory course is obligatory to all students and researchers who intend to use Qatar University Laboratory Animal Research Center (LARC), regardless of previous training they may have had at other organizations. The hands-on course is obligatory only for all personnel who will be handling live animals at LARC. It is our obligation to help researchers and students to be trained and certified to use the laboratory animal at LARC in a humane and responsible manner. This training program will give the trainee a general understanding on the regulations and responsibility in using laboratory animals for research. The successful participants will be awarded course completion certificates. A copy of HCULA certificate should be submitted with research protocols for QU-IACUC approval.

• Training language: English

• Date and time: Monday April 5^th 2021, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

  Due to the current situation of covid-19 pandemic outbreak, LARC will run only the theoretical course online through WebEx platform.

• Registration requirement: All participants in HCULA must complete CITI on line training on” working with the animals in Biomedical research – Refresher course through www.citiprogram.org and send the CITI completion certificate to our email larc@qu.edu.qa with the registration number.

Theory course:
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The techniques demonstrated in this course are at a basic level. Passing it does not indicate competency, therefore more practice is required to ensure that the individual is completely integrated and learns the techniques before start using it.

Hands on Course: Dates will be arranged within two weeks from finishing the theory course.^*

Details will be discussed during the theoretical session.

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