The purpose of The University of Alabama's Institutional Review Board (IRB) is to ensure the safe and ethical treatment of humans as subjects in research, public service, and training programs. In accordance with federal and university regulations, it is required that the IRB review all research involving human subjects conducted at or sponsored by the University of Alabama regardless of the funding source. 

This course is designed to provide a general overview of the steps for submitting an IRB application, and is geared toward first time IRB Protocol submitters. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Review the steps for submitting an IRB Application
• Discuss what to expect during the review process
• Explain post approval expectations and tips to ease the overall review process.

Competencies Supported: Ethics/Integrity

Note: The target audience for this class is first time IRB protocol submitters. Students who need to take this course should contact: HR Learning and Development at 348-9700 or HRLearningandDevelopment@ua.edu.

Register online  via UA LMS for this virtual session – The IRB & You - How to Submit an IRB Application.

Please notify us 24 hours in advance at 348-9700 or hrlearninganddevelopment@ua.edu if you require special accommodation or have questions about access.