Potential subjects or the parents of children who are subjects are presented (either verbally or in writing ... waiver is not inconsistent with federal, state, or local law (45 CFR 46.408(c)). The ...

Waivers of documentation allow for verbal consent procedures. The IRB will typically expect that subjects are given copies of the written script ... the research project". A waiver of the need for ...

Investigators may request a waiver or alteration of the informed consent process or waiver of consent documentation, provided the conditions described on the waiver form are fulfilled.

In addition to understanding informed consent, it is important for researchers to know when to use a waiver and when to use alterations of consent. This UB CTSI Educational Modules video will outline: ...