Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Informed Consent and Consent Forms
Consent Forms are a critical component in the research process and one of the areas we find our student researchers have the most difficulty. Following are sample consent forms and other resources that will help in developing a thorough consent form.
CSUSM Video Training on Consent Forms
- Discusses when to use "Consent" vs. an "Information Sheet" and the content required.
- FAQ about informed consent and consent and child assent forms
- Letterhead/masthead for consent document
Other Resources
- Examples of Risk
- Consent Form Requirements for Languages Other than English
- Consent Process Presentation (based on PRIM&R presentation 12/2010)
- Consent Form Training Link (University of Minnesota) Thorough training on why Consent is important. Plus a tool for creating your own Consent document.
