Templates for Human Research
Additional Protocol Templates
| Reference ID | Template Name |
|---|---|
| HRP-503 | Virginia Tech Human Research Protocol |
| HRP-503 | Tips for the Virginia Tech Human Research Protocol |
| HRP-503a |
This protocol template is designed for human subjects research that involves surveys, questionnaires, focus groups, or educational tests. This new template is similar to the original version and includes all the required elements, but has been modified to be more applicable to these types of research activities, resulting in a shorter protocol template. If you are unsure of what template is the most appropriate, please email irb@vt.edu. |
| HRP-503a |
Tips for the Survey Research Template |
| Existing Data Protocol | |
| Human Research Determination Form |
Consent Forms
| Reference ID | Template Name |
|---|---|
| HRP-502 | Biomedical Consent |
| HRP-502 |
Social Behavior Informed Consent |
| HRP-502p | Parent Permission For studies that involve minors, permission from the parents for the minor(s) to participate in the research will need to be obtained. |
Information Sheet
An information sheet can be used for human subjects research that qualifies for an exemption and when the IRB has approved a waiver of documentation of informed consent.
| Reference ID | Template Name |
|---|---|
| Information Sheet for Studies Without Consent |
Assent Template
This template should be used for studies in which the researcher plans to obtain assent. “Assent” means a child’s affirmative agreement to participate in research. For research studies that involve minors assent can be obtained from children who are capable of providing assent.
| Reference ID | Template Name |
|---|---|
| HRP-502.A | Assent Template |
| HRP-502.B | Assent Template (for children ~ 8 – 12 years old) |
| Reference ID | Template Name |
|---|---|
| Virginia Tech Flyer Template |
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