CPIA

Certified Professional in IACUC Administration (CPIA)

Professional certification Research

1What it is

A professional certification for those who administer animal care and use committees in universities and laboratories, showing command of the regulations, protocol review and oversight. It is the sister of the CIP for human-research ethics committees, which is already in the directory.

2Who it suits

Staff administering animal care committees and compliance in research institutions.

3What it requires

Practical experience in animal care and use programmes, in an amount PRIM&R sets by academic qualification.

4How it is earned

An eligibility application, then an exam in announced windows; renewed through continuing professional activity.

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