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Laboratory animal science course for EU function A and D (German)
Internal training
Information on course registration (only for members of the University and the University Hospital Regensburg):
The e-learning for the laboratory animal science (LAS) course of the ZTL is available via GRIPS. You can find the course under GRIPS -> Sonstige Einrichtungen -> Zentrale Tierlaboratorien -> Versuchstierkundlicher Kurs (German version only).
Or simply follow this link: GRIPS: Central animal laboratories (external link, opens in a new window)
-> Information about the course and enrolment can be found in the course description ("i" to the right of the course title).
-> Enrolment is via the LEFT key symbol (to the left of the course title).
-> You will need a password to enrol: please send a (blank) e-mail with the subject "Enrolment" from your service address to the e-mail address vtk(at)ur.de (opens your email program) (or click on the link in the course description) - you will then receive an automatic reply.
LAS English course
Internal training
The laboratory animal science course can also be completed in English on request. In this case, the theoretical part is carried out via an external learning platform; the practical part can then be acquired in the in-house LAS course upon presentation of the corresponding theory certificate.
Please contact vtk(at)ur.de (opens your email program) for the necessary access data.
Requirements for this procedure are an existing employment relationship at the University of Regensburg or the University Hospital Regensburg.
Training as an animal caretaker – specialising in research and clinical care
What do you learn during the training programme?
The training programme usually lasts three years and is a dual programme – meaning it takes place both in the workplace and at a vocational school. The main responsibility of animal carers is to ensure the welfare of animals used in research.
This includes, for example, the following areas:
• How to properly care for, feed and observe animals
• How to clean their enclosures and keep them hygienic
• How to recognise illnesses and care for animals
• How to assist with scientific research
• Which legal rules and animal welfare regulations apply
What is a typical working day like?
The working day is varied but also involves a great deal of responsibility. The main tasks include looking after the animals (e.g. mice, rats, rabbits, fish), monitoring their health and keeping records. In research facilities, animal carers work closely with scientists. It is important to note that the welfare of the animals is always the top priority.
Important note:
In this profession, it is part of everyday life that animals are used for scientific purposes. This is not easy for everyone – which is why it is important to consider beforehand whether this is the right career for you.
More detailed information on animal care training at the University of Regensburg (external link, opens in a new window) can be found on the vocational training pages (German version only).