Am I Eligible For Certification?

As part of our commitment to your professional development, PRIM&R is proud to offer two credentials. The Certified IRB Professional (CIP®) is for individuals working with IRBs and Certified Professional in IACUC Administration (CPIA®) is for those working with IACUCs.  

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What is the CIP Credential?

The Certified IRB Professional (CIP®) credential constitutes formal recognition of an IRB professional’s broad knowledge of IRB functions and expertise about human research protection programs (HRPPs). It signals that its holders are highly qualified to discharge their duties pursuant to United States rules and regulations and prevailing ethical codes. PRIM&R established the CIP credential in 1999 to improve the quality of HRPPs and IRBs nationwide by promoting ethical practices and advanced knowledge of IRB administration. 

Those interested in seeking the CIP credential must meet the eligibility requirements and then apply for and pass the CIP exam. CIP credential holders must recertify every three years.
 

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What is the CPIA Credential?

The Certified Professional in IACUC Administration (CPIA®) credential constitutes formal recognition of an IACUC professional’s broad knowledge of IACUC functions and expertise about animal care and use programs and signals that its holders are highly qualified to discharge their duties pursuant to United States rules and regulations, prevailing ethical codes, and administrative best practices.

PRIM&R established the CPIA credential in 2007 to improve the quality of animal care and use programs nationwide by promoting ethical practices and advanced knowledge of IACUC administration.

Those interested in seeking the CPIA credential for the first time must meet the eligibility requirements and apply for and pass the CPIA exam. CPIA credential holders must recertify every five years.

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