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Single IRB Boot Camp

For IRB/HRPP professionals

Single IRB Boot Camp: A How to Guide with SMART IRB

New to Single IRB?

Fast-track your knowledge with expert-led sessions on what institutions need in place for single IRB review.

This free, beginner-level online training prepares IRB/HRPP personnel to implement sIRB arrangements.

Single IRB Boot Camp On-Demand

View slides and recordings from our 2025 session below. 

Boot Camp occurs annually; stay tuned for information on future sessions.

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2025 Boot Camp Day 1
(3 hours)
  • Reliance Requests
  • Using SMART IRB Agreement V3.0
  • What Institutions Need for sIRB Review
  • Reliance System Overview
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2025 Boot Camp Day 2
(3 hours)
  • Communication
  • Training Study Teams
  • Harmonization Guidance Review
  • Resources Recap and FAQs
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