Animal Research Ethics Committee (AREC)
Welcome to the AREC ethics training page. This page offers avatar-guided training videos that explain the ethical principles, welfare considerations, and procedural requirements for animal research. These resources are designed to help you conduct humane and scientifically sound studies.
Please make sure you
- watch the training videos; and
- complete the assessments.
Your commitment to ethical animal research safeguards both scientific integrity and animal welfare.
AREC ethics assessment
Please note that an assessment must be completed based on the videos below.
The assessment helps confirm your understanding of the ethical principles, welfare considerations, and procedures required for responsible animal research.
Click on the following link to complete the AREC ethics assessment:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PNXL9RD
Successful completion forms part of the training requirements for researchers or students who have to make an application with the AREC.
1. AREC application outcomes
2. 12 R's of animal research
3. I want to do research on animals: Do I need AREC approval?
4. Regulatory aspects of animal research: What do I need
5. RIMS ethics clearance application technical tutorial