Education

Educational Program

The objectives of the CARE educational program are the promotion of animal welfare through the teaching of ethics and best practices for animal experimentation, and the protection of the health and safety of individuals who care for and use research animals.

Module 1

The first autotutorial module (Module 1) of the training program is mandatory to every research animal users, for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines, before working with animals (see the IACUC policy on training).

For information and registration contact the training coordinator.

Module 1. Autotutorial

Introduction to the Care and Use of Animals for Students and Staff

Introduction to the Care and Use of Animals for Principal Investigators

Module 2

The second Module in the Cornell training program is Module 2 "Animal Facility Tours". Staff and investigators will be required to complete Module 2 for each respective facility that they will be entering and working in. This training will be given by the facility manager, supervisor, or their designated trainer.

For information on Module 2; please read the Module 2 training SOP.

Complete one of these forms for each person entering and working in each facility
• Module 2 form for new employees
• Module 2 form for established employees

Residency Program in Laboratory Animal Medicine

The objective of this residency program is to train graduate veterinarians for a career in laboratory animal medicine, research, and service, by providing them with the knowledge and experience necessary to achieve certification by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM).

For information visit the Residency web site.