Training for Aphasia

Overseen By Kristin Murphey, MS, CCC-SLP

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison

Disqualifiers: Not employed by department

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 4

75 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

This study aims to determine the impact of a collaborative approach to training law enforcement officers and first responders about aphasia including their knowledge and confidence in communicating with individuals with aphasia that they may encounter in the field. 75 participants from Madison Police Department will be enrolled and can expect to be on study for up to 6 months.

Research Team

Kimberly Mueller, PhD, CCC-SLP

Principal Investigator

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Eligibility Criteria

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.

Inclusion Criteria

I work for the Madison Police Department as a first responder or law enforcement officer.

I am willing and able to agree to participate in the study.

I am willing and able to follow all study rules and attend all appointments.

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Training

Participants undergo direct teaching, aphasia simulations, scenario-based training, and a panel with persons with aphasia

1 day

1 visit (in-person)

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in knowledge and confidence in communicating with individuals with aphasia

3 to 6 months

3 surveys over 6 months

Treatment Details

Interventions

• First Responder Aphasia Strategy Training

Trial Overview 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.

Participant Groups

Group I: First Responders Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Lead Sponsor

Trials

1,249

Recruited

3,255,000+