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CITI Human Subjects Training

All individuals directly involved in conducting research with human participants or handling private confidential participant information are encouraged to complete online certification in human subjects protection through CITI, the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative.

The CITI program at the University of Miami is a leading provider of research ethics education. Their web-based learning materials serve millions of learners worldwide. CITI training certification is not required for IRB submission but is strongly encouraged.

Training Completion and Requirements

• Most users complete the training in about four hours. You can stop and start anytime if you remember your username and password.
• A passing score is at least 80% on each required module. If you want to improve a score on a quiz, you may repeat the quiz as many times as you wish.
• Once you have completed the required modules in your learner group, you will have access to optional modules on specific/related topics. You are welcome to use these to supplement your coursework.

Learner Groups in CITI Training

The CITI training is organized into learner groups, each consisting of modules on specific topics. The learner groups are:

• Biomedical Research
• Social & Behavioral Research
• Research with Data or Laboratory Specimens Only
• IRB Members
• Behavioral Analysis

How to Enroll and Get Started

1. Go to the
2. Use your fit.edu email address to register.
3. Go to Select Curriculum-Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­.
4. Scroll down to Human Subjects Research and select the type of research you conduct (your learner group). This will take you to the appropriate online course.

Certification and Recordkeeping

When you have completed the course you will receive a certificate for your records. Your completion results will be automatically sent to Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ for administrative records.

Retain a copy of the certification for your records. You may be required to submit it in the Cayuse Human Ethics portal.

Responsible Conduction of Research Training

Some funding agencies require a Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) certification. This is also available to you. Scroll to Responsible Conduct of Research and select the appropriate type of research.