Training for Aphasia

N/A

Waitlist Available

Led By Kimberly Mueller, PhD, CCC-SLP

Research Sponsored by University of Wisconsin, Madison

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up pre-test (baseline), post-test (after 1 day of training)

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial will assess how training law enforcement officers and first responders on aphasia affects their ability to communicate with individuals with aphasia. 75 participants from the Madison Police Department will take part in the study

Who is the study for?

This trial is for first responders and law enforcement officers employed by the Madison Police Department who are willing to learn about aphasia, consent to participate, and can commit to the study procedures for up to 6 months.

What is being tested?

The study tests a training program aimed at improving knowledge and confidence among police officers when communicating with individuals affected by aphasia they may meet during their duties.

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial involves educational training rather than medical or drug interventions, there are no direct physical side effects expected from participating in this study.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ pre-test (baseline), post-test (after 1 day of training), 3 to 6 month follow-up

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~pre-test (baseline), post-test (after 1 day of training), 3 to 6 month follow-up

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and pre-test (baseline), post-test (after 1 day of training), 3 to 6 month follow-up for reporting.