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The Collaborative IRB Training Initiative (CITI)
As of February 15, 2007, the University of Oregon is offering a new required web-based training program (see University Statement). The new program is referred to as CITI (the Collaborative IRB Training Initiative). All UO researchers and research personnel involved in human subjects research, regardless of whether the research is funded or non-funded, will be required to complete the CITI program before receiving approval for any new or continuing research protocol.
CITI is a web-based training product that was designed by, and is updated and maintained by a number of nationally known IRB professionals and is housed at the University of Miami. It is a comprehensive program offering up-to-date information on human subjects protection issues. Program content is regularly evaluated and improved. CITI is well-respected nationally, with many large research institutions relying on the program for basic training.
CITI is designed around topic-specific modules, each followed by a short quiz. The number of modules needed for completion depends on the "Learner Group" with which a person identifies. (See Learner Group questions under FAQs). CITI does not have to be completed in one sitting. CITI is user-friendly and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The CITI certificate expires after two years. The CITI learner must then successfully complete a refresher course.
For more information, see the Frequently Asked Questions.
Getting Started
- Go to CITI's website at https://www.citiprogram.org.
- Click on "Register Here."
- Select the University of Oregon from the "Participating Institutions" drop-down menu.
- Create your username and password.
- Enter your contact information.
- Select the appropriate Learner Group.
- Click on "Basic Course".
- Complete all the "Required Modules" and at least three of the "Elective Modules." You will not be able to access your completion report if you do not complete all the "Required Modules" and three of the "Elective Modules."
After you have completed the CITI education requirement, print a copy of the completion report for your records. Our office will be automatically sent an electronic copy of the report, so you do not need to provide us with additional copies. However, you will be required to provide the date of CITI completion for all research personnel on any new or continuing protocol application.
Need Help with CITI?
The Office for Protection of Human Subjects offers individualized and group instruction in the use of CITI on a case-by-case basis. If interested, please contact the Office.
You can download the following document for personal use or general distribution to the UO community: Completing the CITI Requirement - Step-by-step Instructions.
If you are having problems with the CITI site or course, contact the CITI Office at citisupport@med.miami.edu or at (305) 243-7970.
If you have any questions regarding the University of Oregon's CITI requirements, please contact the Office for Protection of Human Subjects at (541) 346-2510 or human_subjects@orc.uoregon.edu.
Frequently asked questions