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Program Details

The program in question is the "Expťrimentation animale et mťthodes alternatives" (Animal Experimentation and Alternative Methods) course, which is a continuing education program.

Program Description

The objective of this program is to acquire the minimum knowledge related to animals, animal protection, and substitute methods, as well as legislation, the functioning of an animal facility, experimental models, and animal experimentation techniques. This is to enable the design of relevant and effective experiments that respect animals.

Program Requirements

The program is accessible only as a continuing education course. Participants must have a Bachelor's degree in biology or an equivalent degree, or have completed two years of higher education in biology and have five years of professional experience in animal experimentation.

Admission Criteria

The program is open to individuals who have a Bachelor's degree in biology or an equivalent degree, or have completed two years of higher education in biology and have five years of professional experience in animal experimentation.

Program Details

• The program takes place from June 22, 2026, to July 3, 2026, at the University of Bourgogne Franche-Comtť (Dijon).
• The program is approved by the National Commission for the Protection of Animals used for Scientific Purposes (CNEA).
• The program is taught by professionals in animal experimentation, including veterinarians, animal facility managers, engineers, researchers (CNRS, INSERM, private sector), and teacher-researchers from EPHE-PSL or other institutions.
• Participants receive a certificate of completion after passing the final exam.
• Attendance at the entire program is mandatory.

Research Areas

The program focuses on the main mammalian species used in laboratory experiments, particularly rodents and rabbits.

Accreditation

The program has received accreditation from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food on February 8, 2022 (No. R 21-UB EPHE-F1-11), allowing participants to obtain the necessary authorization to design animal experimentation projects (European Directive 2010/63/EU).