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Animal Ethics Training

From the start of 2025 the Online CANVAS animal ethics training and Individual Authorisations are being phased out.

All new personnel named on ethics applications MUST complete mandatory online Phase I ANZCCART ComPass training and upload their ComPass certificate to the ethics application they are listed on. Personnel who previously completed Animal Ethics Training on Canvas and received authorisation prior to 2025 will be required to complete ComPass training upon the renewal of their application. However, the AEC strongly recommends that all personnel complete Phase I ANZCCART ComPass training as soon as possible.

UC Training and Competency Framework

AEC approved Animal Training and Competency Framework for the University of Canberra. Click below to download document.

Training

Mandatory Training for all Animal Users

Phase I ANZCCART ComPass Training - For Animal Users and AEC members

Core mandated training for AEC members and animal users. Phase I consists of 7 core modules which cover the legislation, what the AEC does, writing a good application to the AEC, research project planning, the 3Rs, assessing and monitoring, animal well being, adverse events management and euthanasia considerations. This is compulsory for all animal users!

Phase I

Mandatory Training for Biomedical Researchers

APF Mouse Training - For Mouse Handlers

University of Canberra has a formal agreement with the Animal Phenomics Facility at the Australian National University for general and specialised mouse training. All mouse users must undergo training via APF. Click below to download document.

APF

Highly Recommended Training for Animal Users

Phase 2 ANZCCART Compass Training - For Researchers

Consists of 11 standalone modules - For researchers establishing and managing rodent colonies, wildlife trapping, animal anesthesia, surgery principals (methods and materials), aseptic techniques, training materials for wildlife, farm animal welfare and maximising welfare and behavioural assessment in research animals.

Phase 2

Phase 3 ANZCCART Compass Training - For Researchers and Animal Facility Staff

This includes two modules for researchers and animal facilities staff designed to help with the technical skills training and competency assessment of those using animals for research. The modules include examples of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), suggestions for skills training stations for use in a technical skills training laboratory as well as checklists to act as guides for assessment of the competency of trainees.

Phase 3

Resources for Veterinarians

Phase 4 ANZCCART Compass Training for Veterinarians

A collection of resources for veterinarians.

Phase 4