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Researchers at UNC should complete the course most related to their research.

• Group 1: Biomedical Research: Medical, physiological or pharmacological studies that typically involve direct contact with subjects. Includes, but is not limited to, research with drugs, devices or other interventions.
• Group 2: Social and Behavioral Research: Studies on sociological, psychological, anthropological or educational phenomena that typically involve direct contact with subjects. Does not include drug or device studies.
• Group 3: Data and Specimens ONLY: No direct contact with human subjects. Research limited to use of records, data (including secondary data sets), or biological samples.
• In addition to the required modules, you should complete any “OPTIONAL” modules that apply to your research projects.

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For more questions, see the page for UNC Required Ethics Training.