Animal Experimentation Course

Gain the necessary training to work with animals in scientific and educational experimentation while meeting professional recognition requirements.

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Acquire the necessary training to ensure animal welfare and total quality in research.

What it prepares you for

You will learn about biomedical and scientific research with experimental animals, ensuring compliance with ethical and legal regulations.
You will learn about animal welfare, handling techniques, anesthesia, euthanasia and experimental procedures, ensuring the correct application of the 3R principles (replacement, reduction and refinement).
In addition, you will develop skills for the planning and execution of preclinical studies, essential in areas such as pharmacology, toxicology and biotechnology.

This training opens various job opportunities, including:

Laboratory Technician in Biomedical Research
Researcher in Animal Experimentation Centers
Specialist in Animal Welfare and Handling in Biotechnology
Technician in the Pharmaceutical and Toxicology Industry
Regulatory Compliance Officer in Laboratories
Instructor in Animal Experimentation Training

Who is the target audience?

Professionals handling animals for scientific, experimental, or educational purposes.

Requirements to obtain the Training Certificate

According to current legislation, in order to obtain the professional training for functions A, B and C, once the course corresponding to the function to be recognized has been passed, a Work Under Supervision (TBS) must be performed in a user, supplier or breeder center during which the person performs his/her functions under the supervision of the designated person competent in the function he/she supervises (not included in the courses).

This TBS is a legally established period of time, not included in the courses, which has to be carried out within an authorized research project and in a user, supplier or breeder center of laboratory animals, during which the applicant will exercise his/her functions under the supervision of a person competent in the Function or Functions he/she supervises and who will subsequently issue a certificate.

Once the course diploma and the TBS certificate have been obtained, the training must be requested from the Community of Madrid. All the legal formalities to be carried out can be consulted on the website of the Community of Madrid .

Recognized by the Directorate General of Agriculture, Livestock and Food CONSEJERÍA DE MEDIO AMBIENTE, VIVIENDA Y AGRICULTURA (Ref: 30/053666.9/22 Resolution of November 18, 2021)

REMEMBER: It will be necessary to pass the course and later perform the TBS within an authorized research project and in a registered center in order to be able to work with experimental animals.

At UFV we only teach the ANIMAL EXPERIMENTAL TRAINING courses for functions A, B and C.

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Data of interest

Title

Animal Experimentation Course

This degree will be awarded by the Francisco de Vitoria University.

Duration

FUNCTION A – CARE: 20 hours
FUNCTION B – EUTHANASIA: 22 hours
FUNCTION C – PROCEDURES: 55 hours

Announcements

February-March
May-June
October-November

Modality

Online

Address

Francisco de Vitoria University. Ctra. Majadahonda Km. 1,800. 28223 Pozuelo de Alarcón. Madrid

Quality

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Study Plan

COURSE PROGRAM FOR FUNCTION A

Fundamental modules

National Legislation

Ethics, Animal Welfare, and the 3Rs – Level 1

Basic and Appropriate Biology – Level 1

Animal Care, Health, and Handling – Level 1

Recognition of Pain, Suffering, and Distress

Humane Methods of Euthanasia – Level 1

Function modules

Basic and Appropriate Biology – Level 2

COURSE PROGRAM FOR FUNCTION A + B

Includes modules of program A

Function modules

Basic and Appropriate Biology – Level 2

Humane Methods of Euthanasia – Level 2

COURSE PROGRAM FOR FUNCTION A + B + C

Includes program modules A + B

Function modules

Minimally Invasive Procedures Without Anesthesia – Level 1

Minimally Invasive Procedures Without Anesthesia – Level 2

Anesthesia for Minor Procedures

Advanced Anesthesia for Surgical or Prolonged Procedures

Principles of Surgery

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Price of the Postgraduate 25/26

Title of title

Animal Experimentation Course

*discount for UFV TC professors and Alumnis

FUNCTION A

245€

FUNCTION B

360€

FUNCTION C

540€

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We tell you step by step how to complete the admission process.

1

Fill in the form to receive your request. When we receive your data we will proceed to register you in the Candidate Portal and you will have access to your personal area where you will have to attach the documents corresponding to your process.

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2

Once the admissions committee has evaluated your application, we will send you the resolution by e-mail. In case of a positive resolution, you will have 15 calendar days to reserve your place through the Candidate Portal (see table of fees).

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3

In parallel to your admission you will be able to apply for the scholarship that fits your profile. You can see our scholarships by clicking on the button below.

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4

Once the self-enrollment period is open, you will receive instructions from the Master’s Coordination to do it in the University Portal. To do so, you must have provided all the necessary documentation for your admission.

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It is important that you read the admissions guide and consult with your advisor to confirm your program access documentation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I start the admission process?

You must complete the admission form or you can send us an email to postgrado@ufv.es so that we can register you in the Candidate Portal and you can upload the requested admission and registration documents.

What are the steps for the admission process?

Request registration in the candidate’s portal through postgrado@ufv.es.
Upload the required documentation.
Conduct the intake interview*.
To reserve a place in case of admission
Submit the certified copies of the degree and/or grades that correspond in each case.

*The admission interview is only required for certain master’s degrees.

What documentation do I have to upload to the applicant portal?

General Documentation:

Completed and electronically signed Admission Application Form.
Updated Curriculum Vitae.
Motivation letter.
2 letters of recommendation*.
Photocopy of the front and back of your ID card or passport
A recent, passport-size, color photograph
University degree that qualifies access to the master’s degree

*Letters of recommendation are required for certain programs.

Academic documentation:

University Master’s Degrees

If you have studied in Spain:

Certified copy of both sides of the university degree (in case the degree has not been issued, you must submit the Supplementary Certification to the Degree).
Certified copy of your transcript (academic record) if you are applying to any of the following master’s degree programs:
- Master’s Degree in Advanced Therapies in Biomedicine
- Master’s Degree in General Health Psychology

If you are a graduate of a foreign university within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA):

Certified copy on all sides of the university degree together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record) together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.

If you are a graduate from an educational system outside the European Higher Education Area (EHEA)

Certified copy on all sides of the university degree, duly legalized and apostilled, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record), duly legalized, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.

Master’s degrees

University degree, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.

When do I know whether or not I am admitted to a master’s program?

Once all documents have been validated and the admission interview has been conducted, if applicable, you will receive an email notification from the admissions committee with the resolution of your application within 48/72 hours.

This period may be extended in periods of high demand.

What is the deadline to reserve a place?

Once you have received the decision of the admissions committee, if it is favorable, you will have a period of 15 days to pay the reservation fee.

*If you do not make the reservation within the stipulated period, your place will be made available to another candidate.
**The period of 15 days may be reduced if the application for admission is within the last three weeks prior to the start of classes of the Postgraduate Program, or if there is a reduced number of vacancies to fill the group.

How can I pay the reservation fee?

Once admission has been notified, you will be able to reserve your place from the candidate’s portal through a secure payment gateway.

I have already reserved my place. How can I register?

The academic coordination team will contact you by email a few days before the start of the master’s program with a guide that includes all the steps to follow so that you can self-enroll.

*In order to be able to perform the self-registration you will have to have provided all the documentation.

How can I find out about UFV scholarships and how can I apply for them?

By clicking on the following link to Scholarships you can find out about all the scholarships we offer, the requirements and how to apply for them.
If you are a UFV Alumni you have access to a 20% scholarship on tuition fees.