For human subjects research involving no more than minimal risk*, and for minor changes or amendments to approved research.** that governs the Institutional Review Board (45 CFR 46.110). Categories 5, 6 and 7 are most commonly used at GS.
*It cannot be assumed that research poses minimal risk because it involves only interview or survey data collection. Sensitive questions may lead to distress that exposes participants to greater than minimal risk. Loss of confidentiality can cause harm to participants, their relatives, and others. (The same forms are used to apply for expedited or full board review.)
**This process may also be used for minor changes to research approved by the full board process at the IRBs discretion.
Forms are updated regularly to capture changes in regulatory requirements. Use current forms from the website for all submissions.
Expedited Forms & Resources
- Forms and samples will auto-download once you click the link.
- Completed forms should be submitted as a single pdf attachment to irb@georgiasouthern.edu.
- The IRB is unable to open documents submitted via Google Drive links.
- Forms are updated regularly to capture changes in regulatory requirements. Use current forms from the website for all submissions.
- For signature requirements visit How do I sign my IRB Application?
| Form Name | Additional Form Information |
|---|---|
| Complete for all expedited and full board reviews. Note: Do not include dissertation or thesis chapters. Information required for review must be condensed into the application format. REQUIRED FOR ALL EXPEDITED AND FULL BOARD APPLICATIONS | |
| CITI Program training provides social/behavioral content training. Online certificate will be provided to you once the course is completed. Attach certificate or transcript to each protocol submitted. Certificates are not maintained by the IRB. Training certificates from previous submissions are not readily available. Click here for instructions. REQUIRED EACH TIME YOU APPLY. | |
| This is a sample of an informed consent document provided on an electronic version of GS letterhead. Any information in the sample should be edited as appropriate for the population you are using and the type of research you are conducting. Click for further information on HIPAA consent criteria. | |
| Tool for the construction of an Informed Consent document. Does not need to be submitted with application. | |
| This is a sample of a minor assent document provided on an electronic version of GS letterhead. Any information in the sample should be edited as appropriate for the population you are using and the type of research you are conducting. Your assent should be on a reading level appropriate for the participant’s age. | |
| Parental consent can follow the same guide as the general consent but should be addressed to the parent and focus on the risk and benefits to their children. | |
| Instrument | Please include a copy of all instruments to be used in the research (surveys, interview questions, etc.). |
| Recruitment Materials | Please include a copy of all materials to be used for recruitment (flyers, emails, etc.). |
| (LOC) or Site Authorization | If subjects are students or employees of another institution, include a written letter of cooperation from the subjects. This may be a letter or email from the institutional official’s professional address with the institutional officer and title identified in the email body. All letters of cooperation must clearly identify the investigator and project by title. Note: If using education data obtained from school records you must include documentation of parental permission for the release of such data under the Family Educational Privacy Act (FERPA). This may be a copy of the release form, informed consent, or an assurance from the institutional official that such permission has been obtained prior to data release. |
| University Policies that Often Apply to Research | Description |
|---|---|
| University policy for the use of the GS email system for distribution of research recruitment to faculty, staff, and students. | |
| This is a Finance and Business Operations Policy. can be found on the finance page under other forms. | |
| IT policy – data security requirements | |
| IT policy – Class I – Confidential; Class II – Sensitive with protection defined |