The Sri Lanka Association for Laboratory Animal Science, in partnership with the Animal Centre, Medical Research Institute, Colombo, and the Sri Lanka College of Veterinary Surgeons, organized a certificate course in Laboratory Animal Science. Thirty-four participants, including 14 veterinary graduates, completed the course. The theoretical component took place online every Saturday from August 5th to September 2nd, 2023. Additionally, the course included practical sessions, and group presentations, and concluded with a written examination.