DERA Online Training for Dementia
(DERA Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this intervention trial is to evaluate the effectiveness the online training program Dementia Education and Resources for Action (DERA) in improving Alzheimer's disease and related dementia-(ADRD) knowledge, stigma, and service-related self-efficacy among community health workers (CHWs). We hypothesize that participants who have completed the DERA will have improved ADRD knowledge and self-efficacy in related service and reduced stigma against ADRD and people affected.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults age 18 or older who work as community health workers, can read English, have internet access and a device to complete online training, and are willing to give consent.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- DERA Online Training Program
Trial Overview
The study tests an online program called DERA that aims to improve knowledge about Alzheimer's and dementia, reduce stigma, and boost confidence in providing related services among community health workers. Participants are randomly assigned to groups.
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Participants assigned to this arm will receive immediate access to the DERA online training program. The program is web-based platform and includes 7 structured modules on dementia knowledge, stigma reduction, and the role of community health workers in supporting individuals with dementia and their caregivers.
Participants assigned to this arm will not receive access to the DERA program during the study period. They will complete baseline and post-intervention assessments over a similar timeframe as the intervention group. After completion of the post-intervention assessment, participants will be provided access to the DERA training program.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
George Mason University
Lead Sponsor
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