Research Ethics Training Curriculum: Second Edition

The Research Ethics Training Curriculum (RETC) developed by FHI (Family Health International, now FHI 360) was first published in the spring of 2001. Since that time, according to FHI 360, there has been an evolution of thinking about research ethics, not only within FHI 360 but also within the global research community. Also, experience gained through trainings using the RETC, the review of research by the FHI Protection of Human Subjects Committee, and FHI 360’s experience in implementing a global research portfolio resulted in the writing of this second edition.
 

This second edition has been updated by academic and non-governmental institutions worldwide on fundamental ethical considerations in the design and implementation of research involving human participants. It complies with the training requirements of major funders and national and international research organisations. The curriculum can be used either as an interactive self-study programme or for participatory group training.  A "Certificate of Completion" is awarded based on performance.