This five-day workshop brings together a team of experienced mouse geneticists who will guide you through the process of designing and implementing a mouse research project plan and the subsequent data analysis. What will this workshop cover? Mouse Genetics Mouse Strain Generation Conditional Transgenic Models Sourcing and Archiving Mice Experimental Design Breeding Strategies Phenotyping Pipelines […]

This unit will develop skills in influencing and negotiating effectively and understanding of the importance of integrity, so the learner will be better placed to assert influence to achieve positive outcomes in the workplace and to access resources and support for their department. Face to Face learning – 22nd and 23rd September 2025 at the […]

This 2-day course provides practical training in how to perform a basic standard mouse necropsy and describe gross observations made during the process. It then covers considerations for the treatment of tissues collected at necropsy, some of the routinely used solutions and the cutting in of tissues in preparation for histological processing and embedding. Following […]

Laboratory management is a subject that is often learned on the job, with limited training opportunities for those new to the role. This course is aimed at both researchers who are new to management, and managers who are new to the laboratory setting. It will provide a foundation of knowledge in various areas of laboratory […]

This unit will introduce the learners to the theory and practice that underpins effective work-based training.  Learners will leave the course with sufficient knowledge, confidence and skills so they can design, deliver and set assessments to effectively develop work-based knowledge, attitudes and skills effectively. Online only – 9th October live webinar 4pm 2025 Course Details Course length: 150 […]

This unit provides a relevant level of understanding of the national and international legal and regulatory framework within which projects are constructed and managed, and of their legal responsibilities. The learner must be able to identify, understand and respond appropriately to the ethical and welfare issues raised by the use of animals in scientific procedures […]

Cost is inclusive of accommodation Cryopreservation allows long-term storage of embryos and sperm, providing a convenient way to preserve, protect and transport mouse lines for use in research. Archiving scientifically relevant mouse lines also adheres to good animal welfare practices by removing the need for continued animal breeding and is integral to any comprehensive colony […]

This unit will broaden and deepen knowledge beyond that in UK “l” and EU 1 modules. It will develop the reflective and analytical skills allowing learners to contribute fully to the implementation of the Act with regards to the 3R’s, effective animal welfare and good science. This module aims to provide an understanding of ASPA […]

This module aims to provide an understanding of how other legislation interacts with ASPA and impacts on animals housed in animal facilities that are not covered by ASPA. Face to Face learning – 11th Feb 2026 at the Advance Training Centre. Course Details Diploma Credits: 20 IAT CPD Credits: 15 Tutor: David Anderson You will […]