The American Biological Safety Association and the Elizabeth R. Griffin Research Foundation are partnering to offer the ABSA/ERGRF Road to Leadership event. The Road to Leadership will feature 2 independent courses — the 4th Annual Leadership Institute (April 3-6) and the Review Course (April 7-8). Both courses will be offered at the Hyatt Regency Austin in Austin, Texas. Discounts will be offered for registering for both courses.
Leadership Institute
The Leadership Institute, led by Sean Kaufman, is an experience designed for biosafety professionals and other leaders who may support the biosafety profession. During this retreat, participants have the opportunity to challenge themselves and biosafety experts through interactive small group exercises and discussions. In the past, the Leadership Institute has provided many professionals with the opportunity to explore solutions for common problems. Together, the small group exercises and discussions, fosters leadership skills and abilities which are increasingly needed for today’s biosafety practitioner. The Leadership Institute will be April 3-6. You are encouraged to register early for the Leadership Institute as the maximum number of participants is very limited.
Review Course
This 2-day instructor-led course provides a comprehensive overview of the essential elements of biological safety as prescribed in the NRCM Specialist Microbiologist Task List for Biological Safety Microbiology. Prerequisites for this course, as well as for preparing to take the NRCM Specialist Microbiologist (SM) Exam, Biological Safety Microbiology, include successful completion of a pre-course e-module and previous biosafety experience. The pre-course e-module is intended to highlight the NRCM and CBSP eligibility requirements as well as exam application and administration information. The instructor-led course is intended to highlight the NRCM Certification Exam domains and will help focus exam study efforts. Course attendees will have access to a list serve, monitored by the course instructors, subsequent to this course for ongoing Q&A, exchange of information and support before taking the exam. The Review Course will be April 7-8 and also has a limited number of seats.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
Define and apply the critical biological safety regulations and guidelines as provided in the NRCM Specialist Microbiologist Task List for Biological Safety Microbiology
Successfully prepare for the NRCM Specialist Microbiologist (SM) Exam in Biological Safety Microbiology
Course Topics:
Risk Assessment
Occupational Health Issues
Equipment & Biological Safety Cabinets
Bioaerosols – Animal Biosafety Issues
Personal Protective Equipment
Disinfection, Decontamination, and Sterilization
Work Practices & Equipment Biohazards
Emergency Response
Facility Design & Large-Scale Biosafety Issues
Institutional Biosafety Committees
Regulatory Compliance & Standards
Select Agents
Test Taking Tips
For more information and registration, visit the Official Event Website.
