The CATS IRB Submission training gives an overview of how to navigate CATS IRB and the steps to complete an IRB submission. This... more
IRB Events, Training & Resources
For all Colleges and Locations
Need to submit to the IRB and not sure where to begin? Review our 5 Basic Steps and review out the Investigator Manual for guidance on research submissions to the IRB. Click below for additional educational resources for submission to the IRB, including videos and how-to instructions.
All study team members must complete an online training course in the protection of human subjects through the CITI program. See the instructions on how to register in a course and navigate the CITI system or go directly to CITI to complete required training (be sure to choose the correct log-in location).
- Investigator Manual
- Multi or Collaborative Site Information
- CATS IRB Navigation Tips
- Recruit Participants
- Research Records
- IRB Basic Steps
- The Revised Common Rule
- Scientific Review Requirements
- Lacking Definite Plans
- Data Management and Human Subjects Research
New Study
- IRB Submission Form
- Create and Submit a Study
- Ancillary Review Guide
- Student Submission Guide
- Consent
Modifications, Clarifications, and Reportable New Info
- Submit a Modification
- Modifications to Study Team Members
- Respond to Requests
- Discard a Modification
- Reportable New Information
Reviews
Ending a Submission
Optional Zoom trainings are intended to help researchers prepare to submit their studies to the IRB. We also offer more in-depth training on specific topics, such as CATS IRB submission and completing the protocol. Please note: If a training offers SARI credit, it will be noted in the training description in the sign-up form. Please see Events below for available options. Trainings are applicable to researchers across the University, including Penn State Health and the College of Medicine.
- Single IRB Review
- IRB Submission Basics
- IRB Protocol Training (VoiceThread option, self-paced)
- IRB Protocol Training (video option)
- Considerations for a Single IRB Model (produced by the University of Utah)
- Institutional Engagement in Human Subject Research
- NIH Clinical Trials: What's NIH's Definition Means for Researchers and How the ORP Can Help
- RNI Updates (2022)
Upcoming Events
The CATS IRB Submission training gives an overview of how to navigate CATS IRB and the steps to complete an IRB submission. This... more
The IRB Protocol Training provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a protocol for submission to the IRB. This training focuses on... more
The CATS IRB Submission training gives an overview of how to navigate CATS IRB and the steps to complete an IRB submission. This training... more
The CATS IRB Submission training gives an overview of how to navigate CATS IRB and the steps to complete an IRB submission. This... more
The IRB Protocol Training provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a protocol for submission to the IRB. This training focuses on... more