| Code of Ethics for Academics: Ethics Application, Recruiting & Consenting Candidates |
| This online training course offered by Halbert Education & Training, and written by UK academics, is aimed at those interested in research ethics application, recruiting and consenting candidates. The online delivery method allows materials to be taken at a pace defined by the candidate towards achieving a certificate approved by the Publication Integrity & Ethics (π) and continuous professional development (CPD) of 20 points for undergraduates, postgraduates and all professionals. Areas including research misconduct, what to include in an ethics application and consent forms will be discussed as part of this course along with up-to-date case studies and procedures in case of breach. |
| Aims of the course |
To improve knowledge and understanding of the basis of ethics application, recruiting and consenting candidates in academia.
To understand how research ethics application, recruiting and consenting candidates have developed.
To appreciate the scope of recruiting and consenting candidates in relation to academia and science.
To evaluate the impact of a “breach” in research integrity, recruiting and consenting candidates.
To recognise the “special considerations” that arises in relation to ethics application, recruiting and consenting candidates.
To support the candidates’ abilities as independent learners. |
| Accreditation |
The Publication Integrity & Ethics Sub-Committee of Education has approved this training course (approval code UKHA0186) and granted 20 CPD points.
The P.I.E.’s Sub-Committee of Education monitors the course regularly, including the candidates' feedback. |
| Target audience |
The educational opportunities in this course provide a tailored learning experience targeted at the diverse needs and interests of individuals with backgrounds in Agriculture sciences, Arts and Humanities, Business, Economy and Management, Chemistry, Earth sciences, Engineering, Environmental sciences, Health sciences, Information technology, Law, Library and Information sciences, Life sciences, Material sciences, Mathematical sciences, Physics, Social sciences and Telecommunications technology.
We support flexible approaches with the understanding that many of our candidates have work and family commitments. All you require is a commitment of around 5 hours per week (for 4 weeks) and an appropriate access to a networked computer. |
| Course format |
The format of this full online course includes:
> Pre-course exercise (to test your knowledge and gives you an insight into the subject).
> Course materials (case study, introduction and history, literature review and renowned cases).
> Pre-assessment exercises (to test and consolidate your knowledge prior to the assessment).
> Course assessment (3-part online assessment, 10 questions per part).
> Feedback and certification (the certificate is issued when the online assessment is passed and feedback on the course is given). |
| Course Content |
The course materials are downloadable and written in English (UK). The exercises, assessment and certification are easily accessed online and compatible with the commonly used browsers.
This online distance learning programme integrates the various issues related to ethics application, recruiting and consenting candidates in all academic disciplines. Candidates will have access to first-rate resources and become part of a helpful online community. Dedicated technical and academic support is available throughout your study from our e-learning specialists. |
| Assessment and certification |
| The assessment is 3-part and in MCQ format. The questions are developed to ensure basic (not advanced) understanding of the subject. Part 1 has to be attempted and passed before the candidate can attempt part 2, and so on. When part 3 is attempted and passed, then the course is completed and the certificate can be issued. One re-sit is allowed for every part of the assessment. If the candidate fails the re-sit, access to the course will be terminated and no certificate will be issued. Appeals are allowed. |
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Fee: £ 20 |
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