To conduct animal experiments (EU Function B), proof of comprehensive expertise in laboratory animal science—both theoretical and practical—is required within the EU as well as in non-EU countries.
To this end, TiHo offers cross-species courses in English whose content is comparable to the former FELASA C courses.

Prerequisites for participation:

• Successful completion of a basic course in laboratory animal science (e.g., FELASA B course).
• At least 3 years of experience in animal experimentation (species-specific).

The course is recognized by the ATF.

Course Structure:
Online theory course (Moodle) combined with an online session (Microsoft Teams)

Weeks 1 & 2: Teaching theoretical content
How?
E-learning on the external Moodle platform of the University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover (self-paced study with flexible scheduling)

• Regulations Governing Animal Experimentation
• Basic Knowledge Regarding Animal Experimentation Applications
• Specific Characteristics of the Following Animal Models Used in Experiments: Mouse, Rat, Rabbit, Guinea Pig, Pig, Poultry, Fish, Frog
• Permit for the Breeding, Housing, and Use of Laboratory Animals in accordance with § 11 of the Animal Protection Act (TierSchG)
• Implementation of the 3Rs principle
• Documentation requirements
• Reporting of laboratory animals

Week 3: Workshop to provide in-depth knowledge

How?
Online (Mon–Thu, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.)

Contents?

• Advanced knowledge regarding animal research applications (in collaboration with the authority responsible for animal research applications).
• Video- and image-based case discussions on stress scoring in small-group work.

Multiple registrations under the same name are not allowed and will be deleted.

At the start of the theory portion, the course materials will be made available to you. Successful completion of the course will be confirmed with a certificate in both German and English.

Costs:

0 € for the first registration by employees of the University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover
2,100 € for all external participants and additional registrations by employees of the  University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover

Free cancellation of course registration is only possible up to 30 days before the course begins.

TiHo employees must register using their TiHo email address and by providing their IDM number.

Registrations by TiHo employees using their personal email addresses and/or without providing their IDM number will always be treated as registrations by external participants and billed accordingly.

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