In Person Courses
Below is a list of the in-person training courses that we offer. Click "Course Description" for more information on a particular course. Click "Course Schedule" to view the currently scheduled session times for a particular course.
You may register for a class by downloading and completing the Animal Use Training Registration form found on the "Forms" page. Please refer to the registration form for submission instructions and information on the fee schedule.
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Mouse Hands-on Laboratory
- Prerequisite: Completion of the online course "Working with Mice at the University of Washington." Must pass the exam with a 100%.
Mouse Hands-on Laboratory
This course is the 2nd of a 2-part series (the 1st being the online course "Working with Mice at the University of Washington") and is intended for all personnel working with or caring for mice.
The course includes a demonstration of proper techniques for humane handling, restraint, and use of mice. Instruction is provided on recognition of normal and abnormal physical and behavioral changes, gender determination, blood vessel access and administration of medication. There is discussion of appropriate methods of anesthesia, analgesia, euthanasia and aseptic techniques necessary for survival surgery. Participants can be certified (as required by the IACUC) to perform certain euthanasia, bleeding and injection techniques on mice.
Important Note: While you may learn a variety of procedures during the class, you are only allowed to perform the procedures/techniques outside of the training class if they are approved as part of the IACUC approved animal use protocol that you received IACUC approval to work on.
Prerequisite: Completion of the online course "Working with Mice at the University of Washington." Must pass the exam with a 100%.
Mouse Hands-On Lab Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Thursday October 16 9:00-10:30 Full Wednesday October 22 9:30-11:00 Full Tuesday October 28 9:00-10:30 Wednesday October 29 1:00-2:30 Monday November 3 9:00-10:30 Wednesday November 12 1:00-2:30 Thursday November 20 9:00-10:30 Tuesday November 25 12:00-1:30 -
Rat Hands-on Laboratory
- Prerequisite: Completion of the online course "Working with Rats at the University of Washington." Must pass the exam with a 100%.
Rat Hands-on Laboratory
This course is the 2nd of a 2-part series (the 1st being the online course "Working with Rats at the University of Washington") and is intended for all personnel working with or caring for rats.
The course includes a demonstration of proper techniques for humane handling, restraint, and use of rats. Instruction is provided on recognition of normal and abnormal physical and behavioral changes, gender determination, blood vessel access and administration of medication. There is discussion of appropriate methods of anesthesia, analgesia, euthanasia and aseptic techniques necessary for survival surgery. Participants can be certified (as required by the IACUC) to perform certain euthanasia and bleeding techniques on rats.
Important Note: While you may learn a variety of procedures during the class, you are only allowed to perform the procedures/techniques outside of the training class if they are approved as part of the IACUC approved animal use protocol that you received IACUC approval to work on.
Prerequisite: Completion of the online course "Working with Rats at the University of Washington." Must pass the exam with a 100%.
Rat Hands-On Lab Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Monday October 20 9:30-11:00 Wednesday November 5 9:00-10:30 Wednesday November 19 12:00-1:30 -
Hands-on Training for Species other than Mice and Rats: Scheduled on an as-needed basis
Hands-on Training for Species other than Mice and Rats
Scheduled on an as-needed basis. Contact the Training Coordinator at auts@u.washington.edu to arrange a training session.
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Decentralized Animal Care and Records
Decentralized Animal Care and Records
This course provides training on the basic requirements for maintaining animals and providing daily care for them within facilities not maintained by the Department of Comparative Medicine. The session covers basic procedures, regulations and requirements, and documentation. All personnel providing primary care for animals (non-aquatic) in Decentralized Facilities are required to complete this session. Note that rodent users must also complete the Sick Rodent Recognition session. There are no prerequisites for this class.
Decentralized Animal Care & Records Class Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Thursday October 23 1:30-2:15 Tuesday November 4 1:00-1:45 Monday November 17 10:00-10:45 -
Decentralized Sick Rodent Recognition
Decentralized Sick Rodent Recognition
This session provides training on the recognition of pain, illness, and injury in rodent species. It also provides detailed examples and discussion of commonly occurring rodent injuries and illness. Attendees will learn techniques for evaluation of pain and illness in rodent species. This session, in addition to the Decentralized Animal Care and Records session, is required of all personnel providing primary care for rodents in Decentralized Facilities. There are no prerequisites for this class.
Sick Rodent Recognition Class Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Thursday October 23 2:15-3:15 Tuesday November 4 1:45-2:45 Monday November 17 10:45-11:45 -
Decentralized Animal Care and Records: Aquatic Animals
Decentralized Animal Care and Records: Aquatic Animals
This course provides training on the basic requirements for maintaining aquatic animals and providing daily care for them within facilities not maintained by the Department of Comparative Medicine. The session covers basic procedures, regulations and requirements, and documentation. It also covers sick animal recognition and evaluation of pain, illness, and injury in aquatic species. All personnel providing primary care for aquatic animals in Decentralized Facilities are required to complete this session. There are no prerequisites for this class.
Decentralized Care & Records / Aquatic Animals Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Tuesday November 18 10:00-12:00 -
Surgery I
Surgery I
This is the first session of a two part series designed to provide instruction on the basic tenets of surgical techniques in research animals. Attendees will learn proper Operating Room conduct including preparation of the animal, preparation of the surgical personnel, and handling of instruments and equipment. A foundation of knowledge on anesthesia, analgesia, and surgical monitoring is provided. Use of sterile and aseptic techniques is stressed, and includes discussion of surgical pack preparation and sterilization methods. The session includes a hands-on lab providing attendees the opportunity to practice the techniques learned in the class.
Surgery 1 Class Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Monday November 24 9:00-11:00 -
Surgery II
- Prerequisite: Surgery I
Surgery II
This is part two of the Surgery training series. This session expands on the knowledge of sterile and aseptic techniques learned in Surgery I, and puts them into practice. Attendees will learn to identify and handle a variety of surgical instruments and wound closure materials (sutures, staples, etc.). Emphasis is placed on proper use of the various techniques for achieving hemostasis. Students will learn the advantages and disadvantages of various closure techniques, including practice of a variety of suture patterns and knots. The session includes a hands-on lab giving attendees the opportunity to practice incisions, dissection, and closure techniques.
Surgery 2 Class Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Wednesday November 26 9:00-11:00 -
6th Floor Facility Orientation
- Prerequisites: Must be approved on protocol.
6th Floor Facility Orientation
Facility Orientation Sessions are held inside the animal facilities and provide personnel with the training necessary for entering and working in the facility. Instruction is provided on the proper facility and animal room entry procedures, as well as the location of important resources.
Personnel must complete the 6th Floor Facility Orientation in order to gain access to the 6th floor facility via Proxy card.
6th Floor Facility Orientation Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Tuesday October 21 2:00-2:30 Tuesday November 4 2:00-2:30 Tuesday November 18 2:00-2:30 -
T-wing Facility Orientation
- Prerequisites: Must be approved on protocol. Rodent users must complete the SPF training. Note: T-115 requires a seperate orientation.
T-wing Facility Orientation
Facility Orientation Sessions are held inside the SPF facilities and provide personnel with the training necessary for entering and working in the facility. Instruction is provided on the proper facility and animal room entry procedures, as well as the location of important resources. Note: Room T-115 requires a seperate orientation that is scheduled on an as-needed basis.
Personnel must complete the T-wing Facility Orientation in order to gain access to the T-wing facility via Proxy card.
T-wing Facility Orientation Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Tuesday October 14 12:30-2:00 Monday October 27 9:00-10:30 Friday November 7 11:00-12:30 Wednesday November 19 9:00-10:30 -
K-wing Facility Orientation
- Prerequisites: Must be approved on protocol. Rodent users must complete the SPF training.
K-wing Facility Orientation
Facility Orientation Sessions are held inside the SPF facilities and provide personnel with the training necessary for entering and working in the facility. Instruction is provided on the proper facility and animal room entry procedures, as well as the location of important resources.
Personnel must complete the K-wing Facility Orientation in order to gain access to the K-wing facility via Proxy card.
Note: In order to work in the Bio-Safety Level 2 or 3 (BSL-2 or BSL-3) rooms within the facility, personnel must attend the separate BSL-2 or BSL-3 Room Orientation. Attendance of the Facility Orientation is required prior to registering for the BSL-2 or BSL-3 Room Orientation.
K-wing Facility Orientation Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Wednesday October 15 9:00-11:00 Tuesday October 21 9:00-11:00 Wednesday October 29 9:00-11:00 Thursday November 6 12:00-2:00 Thursday November 13 1:00-3:00 Friday November 21 1:00-3:00 Wednesday November 26 9:00-11:00 -
Foege Facility Orientation
- Prerequisites: Must be approved on protocol. Rodent users must complete the SPF training.
Foege Facility Orientation
Facility Orientation Sessions are held inside the SPF facilities and provide personnel with the training necessary for entering and working in the facility. Instruction is provided on the proper facility and animal room entry procedures, as well as the location of important resources.
Personnel must complete the Foege Facility Orientation in order to gain access to the Foege facility via Proxy card.
Note: In order to work in the Bio-Safety Level 2 (BSL-2) room within the facility, personnel must attend the separate BSL-2 Room Orientation. Attendance of the Facility Orientation is required prior to registering for the BSL-2 Room Orientation.
Foege Facility Orientation Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Wednesday October 15 1:00-2:30 Wednesday October 22 2:00-3:30 Wendesday October 29 1:00-2:30 Friday November 7 2:00-3:30 Wednesday November 12 9:00-10:30 Monday November 17 2:00-3:30 Tuesday November 25 9:00-10:30 -
Harborview (HR&T) Facility Orientation
- Prerequisites: Must be approved on protocol. Rodent users must complete the SPF training.
Harborview (HR&T) Facility Orientation
Facility Orientation Sessions are held inside the SPF facilities and provide personnel with the training necessary for entering and working in the facility. Instruction is provided on the proper facility and animal room entry procedures, as well as the location of important resources.
Personnel must complete the HR&T orientation in order to gain access to the HR&T facility via access card.
Harborview (HR&T) Facility Orientation Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Friday October 17 10:00-12:00 Friday October 31 10:00-12:00 Friday November 14 10:00-12:00 -
Brotman (815 Mercer) Facility Orientation
- Prerequisites: Must be approved on protocol. Rodent users must complete the SPF training.
Brotman (815 Mercer) Facility Orientation
Facility Orientation Sessions are held inside the SPF facilities and provide personnel with the training necessary for entering and working in the facility. Instruction is provided on the proper facility and animal room entry procedures, as well as the location of important resources.
Personnel must complete the Brotman orientation in order to gain access to the Brotman facility via access card. Note: This facility is also known as 815 Mercer and South Lake Union (SLU).
Note: In order to work in the Bio-Safety Level 2 (BSL-2) room within the facility, personnel must attend the separate BSL-2 Room Orientation. Attendance of the Facility Orientation is required prior to registering for the BSL-2 Room Orientation.
Brotman (815 Mercer) Facility Orientation Day Date Day Time Noted if Full Thursday October 16 2:00-4:00 Friday October 17 1:00-3:00 Thursday October 23 2:00-4:00 Friday October 24 10:00-12:00 Thursday October 30 2:00-4:00 Friday October 31 1:00-3:00 -
Animal Bio-Safety Level 2 and 3 Room Orientation: Scheduled on an as-needed basis
- Prerequisite: Completion of the facility orientation.
Animal Bio-Safety Level 2 and 3 Room Orientation
Individuals who need to work in an Animal Bio-Safety Level 2 or 3 (ABSL-2 or ABSL-3) room within a centralized vivarium must complete the Animal Bio-Safety Level 2 or 3 Room Orientation. Attendance of the Facility Orientation is required prior to registering for the ABSL-2 or ABSL-3 Room Orientation.
Scheduled on an as-needed basis. Contact the Training Coordinator at auts@u.washington.edu to arrange a training session.
Please also visit the Environmental Health and Safety Department's website for information on their recommended BSL-2 and bloodborne pathogen training classes: http://www.ehs.washington.edu/psotrain/index.shtm.
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Helicobacter Free Room Training: Scheduled on an as-needed basis
- Prerequisite: Completion of the facility orientation.
Helicobacter Free Room Training
Individuals who need to work in a Helicobacter free animal room within a centralized vivarium must complete the Helicobacter Free Room Training. Attendance of the Facility Orientation is required prior to registering for the Helicobacter Free Room Training.
Scheduled on an as-needed basis. Contact the Training Coordinator at auts@u.washington.edu to arrange a training session.