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Animal research training is provided by the Office of Animal Welfare.

Please note:

• Approval as an animal handler is contingent on completing the mandatory training requirements.
• All new animal handlers are required to take the Animal Research Orientation Seminar. This seminar is offered once monthly and a 60 day grace period is provided to attend. PIs who do NOT list themselves as animal handlers must either attend the orientation seminar or complete an online module, "Refresher in Animal Research for PIs".
• All other mandatory training is available online. Details and instructions are available at https://research.virginia.edu/office-animal-welfare/online-training
• A variety of optional hands-on classes and workshops are also offered to provide more in depth training. See https://research.virginia.edu/office-animal-welfare/training/person-training.
• Questions about training requirements and class registration may be referred to Mary Riggins at msr5p@virginia.edu or 243-1480.
• The ACUC develops policies and guidelines to ensure UVA's compliance with federal regulations for animal care and use. It is expected that all animal handlers are familiar with relevant policies and fully comply with these institutional procedures. In addition, all animal handlers should have read the protocol(s) that they are listed on.