Working with Children
Children are one of the populations for which there are special protections as defined by Federal Regulations 45CFR46. There are certain issues to consider when working with children. Researchers will want to address the rationale for including children as part of the subject population.
assent
Researchers should refer to the Assent Guidelines. Assent and parental permission examples are provided on the forms page.
Resources
OHRP Special Protections for Children as Research Subjects
OHRP FAQs about Research with Children