Sample Consent Forms


	SAMPLE CONSENT FORMS

	Sample Informed Consent Sample Parental Consent Sample Child Assent Telephone Script Informed consent is one of the primary ethical requirements underlying research with human subjects, reflecting the basic principle of respect for them. Informed consent assures that all prospective human subjects understand the nature of the research and can decide knowledgeably and voluntarily whether or not to participate. This assurance protects all parties involved, as without it the investigator can face legal penalties. INFORMATION FOR INVESTIGATORS: Guidelines for Constructing a Consent Form Replace technical terms with ordinary language Write in the second person, "You," -- for example: "You are invited to participate in a research project. You will be asked to..." Do not make coercive statements such as "you understand that... you have been told that..." Use active tense rather than passive tense verbs ("We did" rather than "It was done") Write short sentences, and generally be concise Headings for paragraphs can make forms easier to read Adequate white space can make forms easier to read Avoid fine print REMEMBER: if the subject is under the age of 18, parental consent is required. This includes college students under the age of 18.