About the In-Person Training Requirement
NSF-Funded
Master's students paid in whole or in part from covered projects funded by NSF must complete at least 2 hours of discussion-based RCR instruction.
NIH-Funded
Applicable NIH-funded master’s students must complete at least 8 hours of discussion-based RCR instruction.
Timeline for Training Completion
The in-person training must be completed within the first year of being appointed to the project or before the applicable person graduates or otherwise leaves the Institute even if that imposes a shorter deadline.
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Training Requirement Criteria
At the discretion of the PI or School, applicable master’s students shall fulfill the in-person RCR compliance training requirement by either:
- Participating in approved RCR workshops or training events; or
- Registering through Oscar and successfully completing an approved RCR course; or
- Participating in educational events that the PI or School has deemed appropriate for RCR training, which can include regularly scheduled meetings or discussions involving the research team that address RCR topics; or it can involve a class, seminar, or other interactive approach developed by the School or PI that addresses RCR topics.
