Georgetown Research Services
Georgetown Research Services

Training and Education

The Office of Human Subject Protection’s Training and Education resources, services, and programs are designed to support investigators and research teams in building the knowledge and skills needed to conduct human subjects research ethically, safely, and in alignment with institutional and federal requirements.

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CITI Training Requirements

All study team members involved in human subjects research must complete Human Subjects Protection (HSP) training. This training ensures that researchers understand the ethical principles and regulations for protecting research participants.

To meet this requirement, complete the appropriate HSP course based on the type of research being conducted.

For detailed instructions and access to the training link, click here.

DocuSign and OnCore Training Requirements

All study team members involved in human subjects research and interested in utilizing 21 CFR Part 11 compliant systems are required to complete training. This training ensures that researchers understand the rules and FDA requirements for maintaining electronic documents.

For detailed instructions and access to the training, click here.

The On-Line Collaborative Research Environment (OnCore) is a comprehensive web-based suite of research modules that integrates all of the components of research activity administered by MedStar Health facilities, all affiliated and satellite locations, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and Georgetown University Medical Center. The system is designed to serve the needs of research teams, departments and support the continued strengthening of standards for efficiency, safety, quality, and compliance. More information regarding OnCore can be found on the OnCore™ Clinical Trial Management System page.

OnCore training: Please contact Tessa Impallaria (Tessa.A.Impallaria@medstar.net) to register for a training session.

Current OHSP Education Services

  • Classroom and Department-Requested Workshops and Presentations
    • Catalog coming soon!
  • Vendor Tabling
    • Sharing human subject research-focused informational materials and resources at GU Campus events

Contact OHSP@georgetown.edu to schedule today!

A sample of OHSP Education informational resources shared with the research community.

Current OHSP Education Programs

Additional Educational Resources

Below is an evolving list of free and accessible resources for researchers to improve their understanding and performance of human subject research.