Online and in person options are available.
This course is ideal for those working with animals in research who are new to training or preparing to train others in practical tasks. Whether you're an animal care staff member, researcher, or PIL holder, this course will equip you with essential skills to effectively train and support others.
What will you learn?
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Legislation relevant to training
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The fundamentals of training theory
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How to structure and plan an effective training session
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The use of training aids and their advantages
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Different learning and teaching styles
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How to provide constructive feedback and encouragement
How is the course delivered?
This course offers a blended learning experience through:
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Self-paced online modules
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Interactive quizzes to reinforce key concepts
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A live Zoom or in-person session with opportunities for discussion
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Comprehensive guidance documents, including lesson plan templates
By the end of this course, you'll have the confidence and knowledge to train others effectively in practical tasks related to animal research.
Access to online course material is provided at least 1 week prior to the live session.
Certificates and 10 IAT CPD points will be awarded upon completion of online course material, attending the live session and submission of a completed worksheet.
The full cost of this course is £188.59 for external applicants and £180.20 for internal applicants. Please raise a purchase order for University Biomedical Services. Alternatively, contact ubstraining@admin.cam.ac.uk for a link to pay by card.
2026 Train the Trainer Course dates
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Month |
Deadline |
Access to the online course material |
Format |
Live/in person session |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 19th May | 20th May | In person | 4th June |
| September | 1st September | 2nd September | Online | 17th September |
| December | 12th November | 13th November | In person | 1st December |
Cancellation fees
| Cancellation fees | |
|---|---|
| Cancellation fee if cancelled within 2 weeks prior to the application deadline | 25% of course fee |
| Cancellation fee if cancelled within 1 week prior to the application deadline | 50% of course fee |
| Cancellation fee if cancelled after the application deadline | Full course fee |
| Title | Link | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Train the Trainer Course Poster | Poster | 04/02/2026 |
| Train the Trainer Course Application Form | Application Form | 04/02/2026 |