Conducting Research at SPC

Thank you for your interest in conducting Research at St. Petersburg College All research involving human subjects at SPC is governed by Board of Trustee Rule 6Hx23.908, Conducting Educational Research and Board of Trustee Procedure P6Hx23.908, Procedure: Conducting Educational Research. To request approval to conduct research at St. Petersburg College, a research applicant will be required to submit a completed Research Study Application along with the required supporting documents.

The Research Review Committee meets monthly to review applications and is responsible for the assessment, approval, and monitoring of research studies for the purpose of human subject’s protection and supporting the interests of the College. Upon committee approval, the research candidate will have twelve months to complete their research, however they may request an renewal (extension) if more time is needed.

Please click on one of the following topics for more detailed information:

• Research Study Process Summary
• Research Review Procedures
• Guidelines for Exempt Studies
• Guidelines for Student Course Assignments
• Guidelines for Non-SPC (external) Researchers
• Guidelines for Study Amendments
• Guidelines for Study Extensions
• Guidelines for Study Closure
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
• Research Forms, Policies and Web Resources
• Application for Research Study
• Research Study Update

Research Forms, Policies and Web Resources