The UCL Zebrafish Facility offers the Home Office Personal Licence (PiL) modules accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. We currently offer modules E1/L, PiL A, and PiL B (formerly modules 1-3). Our PiL course is specifically for zebrafish and medaka. The course includes a textbook and study guides, access to tutors, and a certificate.
The PiL course is offered every six weeks, and takes place over two days. Module E1/L covers the ethical framework for the use of animals in science in the UK, as well as the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986. Module PiL A covers basic biology and husbandry for zebrafish and medaka. PiL B covers anaesthesia for minor or minimally invasive procedures.
