Our eLearning programs include training material (L/E1 & PIL A,B) accredited in the UK by the Scottish Accreditation Board (SAB)

Following successful completion delegates will gain a certificate from the Scottish Accreditation Board.

E1-L, PIL A, B taken together (8 Core theory modules)

Learning outcomes are documented within the eLearning platform and are assessed throughout the course modules. Within modules there are extensive resource references. Students may access these resources to aid completion.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR NTCO & REGISTRANT:

Requirements - i.e. probity & NTCO oversight

Condition of enrolment: Registrants must provide accurate details of employment and/or enrolment in an academic/research establishment. Your personal information will be confirmed with your establishment's Named Training and Competency Officer (NTCO). 

PIL AB  Course details, quizzes, and final assessment exam

The online modules for PIL AB can be completed at the students own pace (however a 10 work day time period is pre-set). Expected to take around 20 hours to complete. You will be tested as you progress through courses and module blocks to ensure a firm understanding of the material. 

Ongoing assessment: There are tests of knowledge as you progress through courses and module blocks. These are open book questions.

THEORY ASSESSMENTS: Upon successful completion of all eLearning module course reading and quizzes, learners are invited to the next available 'live online' group invigilation session date. Assessments are taken within this 'live online' invigilation session simulating 'exam conditions' and assessments are 'closed book'. The pass mark for each assessment being 70%. 

SKILLS TRAINING & ASSESSMENT: Charles River UK accredited courses & modules meet the 'theory' learning outcomes appropriate to the Education & Training framework for Function A staff (UK PIL's A, B or C). The completion of 'hands-on skills' components of relevant Modules Learning Outcomes must be arranged with your establishment/employer (i.e. to complete PIL A we require verification of animal handling training practical skills and an oral test covering key aspects relating to these skills). Your Named Training & Competency Officer (NTCO) is required to provide a signed CRL verification & DOPS forms (working with Charles River under our guidance & accreditation) of your training in skills such as animal handling (for further information see our Terms & Conditions & Pre-course information provided upon registration).

The completed CRL skills verification form and establishment DOPS form must be returned within 3 months of the (theory) course completion date. The accrediting body will not issue course certificate(s) after a period of 3 months post-course completion. Extension to this can be applied for on a case-by-case basis via CRL (must be NTCO supported and a strong justified case).

Monitoring Progress

It is commonly felt that successful eLearning requires both monitoring and mentoring from an experienced supervisor/mentor. To aid the mentor in observing a students' progress, NTCOs/supervisors are given the opportunity to remotely monitor time spent in the modules, as well as results and achievements.