Content created by Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP)
OHRP offers a variety of free online trainings for the research community on human research protections based on the principles of the Belmont Report and the requirements of the revised Common Rule (or 2018 Requirements). If your institution would like to incorporate some of these trainings on your own learning system for ease of access and tracking, write to OHRP-EDU@hhs.gov, opens in a new window.
Learning about the HHS regulations and policies for the protection of human subjects in research can be challenging. Consider using one of the following training checklists as a guide for progress:
Human Research Protection Foundational Training
Complete this 5-lesson training to satisfy the NIH educational requirement for training on human research protections for investigators and key personnel.
Participant-Centered Informed Consent Training
Learn how to create participant-centered informed consent forms through this interactive training.
Considerations for Reviewing Human Subjects Research
Check out these interactive programs to enhance your knowledge about protecting human subjects in research.
OHRP Webinars
Watch these webinars to obtain a comprehensive understanding of different aspects of the regulations at 45 CFR 46
Mini-Tutorials
Review a series of short tutorials (each around 15 minutes long) that focus on specific aspects of HHS human subjects regulations and policy.