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Implementing a research best practices training for community health workers & promotoras at multiple sites A mixed methods evaluation

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This study examined whether a peer-led training programme could help Community Health Workers (CHWs) and promotoras build skills in conducting research with communities. The programme was introduced at four additional sites, where 42 CHWs and promotoras received training. Staff from the participating organisations found the training useful, suitable, and practical to deliver. … [Read more...] about Implementing a research best practices training for community health workers & promotoras at multiple sites A mixed methods evaluation

Promotores program to increase Hispanic/Latino(a) participation in Alzheimer’s disease research

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This study looked at whether trained community health workers, known as Promotores, could help increase participation of Hispanic and Latino communities in Alzheimer’s research. The training improved their understanding of research and brain health, and they were just as successful as clinic-based recruitment in enrolling participants into studies. The findings show that … [Read more...] about Promotores program to increase Hispanic/Latino(a) participation in Alzheimer’s disease research

The Fundamentals of Health Research training for community health workers: a mixed-methods study

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This program trained community health workers (CHWs) to better understand and talk about health research with their communities. The 12-hour course helped them learn about research basics, ethics, and how to share this information in simple ways. After the training, many CHWs felt more confident and were more likely to support research in their communities. The program helped … [Read more...] about The Fundamentals of Health Research training for community health workers: a mixed-methods study

Evaluation of a peer-led research best practices training for community health workers and promotoras.

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This study evaluated a training program designed to help community health workers (CHWs) and promotoras (CHW/Ps) participate in research. The course, available in English and Spanish, was delivered in-person or online by experienced facilitators. A total of 394 CHW/Ps completed the training, with over 95% reporting improved skills and 98% finding it relevant and useful. While … [Read more...] about Evaluation of a peer-led research best practices training for community health workers and promotoras.

Research Best Practices Course for Community Health Workers and Promotoras

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This free course from chwresearchtraining.org helps Community Health Workers (CHWs) and Promotoras learn how to support research in their communities. It covers key skills like explaining research to community members, bridging the gap between researchers and the public, and promoting high-quality studies. The training is designed for CHWs working in diverse communities and is … [Read more...] about Research Best Practices Course for Community Health Workers and Promotoras