Competence course in laboratory animal science

This e-course is intended for people who carry out procedures on animals (Directive 2010/63/EU, Article 23, function a) and who kill animals (function d). The theoretical part takes place online on the digicampus.fi platform. 

• Online theory | 1–22 March 2027
• Theory fee 690 €
• Register for the courselink opens in new page  | Register by 15 February 2027
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Learning outcomes
The course is suitable for anyone whose work requires the use of animals. Participants gain an overview of the use of animals in research and understand the need for continuing professional development. The course covers ethics, basic mouse and rat biology, minimally invasive techniques on live animals and humane killing methods.
After the course, participants may carry out procedures on the species they have practised with, under supervision, until they have gained procedure-specific competence. The course covers Directive 2010/63/EU, Article 23, function (a) carrying out procedures on animals and function (d) killing animals.

Practical training
After passing the online theory exam, participants must attend the practical training days. Participants can choose a practical module with either mice or rats. Practical training is expected to take place in March/April 2027. Exact dates will be announced later. Practical training fee 420 € per species.

NB! Bird and fish module
A module on birds and fish is also being developed. Those interested are welcome to register, and a more detailed schedule will be agreed with them.

Contact
Estonian University of Life Sciences
Institute of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Sciences
[email protected]  |  vl.emu.eelink opens in new page