June 27-30, 2016 | Providence, Rhode Island

Next year will mark the 30th anniversary of the Charles River Short Course. From the beginning, this forum has provided an opportunity for laboratory animal professionals to learn from industry experts and network with their peers.

Part of its success has come from continuous program refinement and consistent presentation of relevant industry topics. In 2016, the Short Course will be nothing like you have experienced before.

Got LATG Certification?

If not, then this is the preparatory course for you!  The Campus US team is once again please to announce that registration for this year's Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) certification examination preparatory course is now open through Tuesday -- July 26th, 2016.

What is the LATG Prep course?

• This 19-week program is designed for any laboratory animal science professional wishing to prepare for the LATG certification examination offered by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS).
• Learners will participate in live virtual classes (using AT&T Connect web conferencing) conducted by the Insourcing Solutions Training Department.  Outside of class/lecture sessions, on-line learning and quizzing will reinforce knowledge presented and required for the LATG exam.
• A series of chapter, unit and a mock examination will evaluate your knowledge levels throughout the entire program.  All of these assessment are done on-line using the Campus testing system.

When does the program begin/end?

• Registration is open beginning June, 16th through July, 26th 2016
• Classes begin July 27th, 2016
• Classes end December 21st, 2016
• Your final examination (on-line) is to be competed and turned in no later than January 18th, 2017

Who is eligible to participate?

• This program is open to anyone wishing to seek LATG certification status.

What does the program cost?

• Full & Part-Time Charles River employees may register for free!
• Non-Charles River learners may register for $299.00 (USD).  This will be invoiced to you or your organization.

What supplies or resources do I need prior to the start of class?

• AALAS LATG Student Manual
• AALAS LATG Student Workbook
• 6th Edition of the Laboratory Animal Regulatory Workbook
• Charles River Campus profile/account
• AALAS Learning Library (ALL) account

How do I register?

• Contact us at crtc@crl.com / +1.240.529.0710 to find out more!