Potential subjects or the parents of children who are subjects are presented (either verbally or in writing) with the same information required in a written consent document, but documentation of the ...

The HSRO will consider the risks to which subjects will be exposed and then decide whether to waive or alter consent requirements. To receive a waiver of consent requirements ... The HSRO will ...

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: ...