Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Interventional

Digital intervention to improve teamwork and self-efficacy among early childhood educators

Official title: Power of Growth RCT Study

Run by University of Turku · NCT06856408 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests a digital program to see if it can help early childhood educators feel more confident and work better together.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
SexAll
Enrollment64 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Turku
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Municipalities, Select and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 17, 2025
Main results expectedMay 30, 2026
Study endsMay 30, 2026
Registry record updatedMarch 4, 2025
Trial IDNCT06856408 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are teams of early childhood educators working in daycare centers with sufficient knowledge of the Finnish language.

Probably not a fit

Individuals not working in a daycare center or those lacking proficiency in Finnish may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness of a digital intervention designed to enhance the self-efficacy and teamwork skills of early childhood education (ECE) professionals. It aims to compare changes in self-assessed self-efficacy, children's behavioral challenges as reported by parents, and guidance methods among ECE teams participating in the intervention versus a control group. The study will involve approximately 64 teams, totaling around 200 participants, and will also assess the wellbeing of ECEs and the dynamics of teamwork. The intervention includes self-learning materials tailored for ECE teams.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the self-efficacy and teamwork of early childhood educators, leading to better management of children's behavioral challenges.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative, similar studies focusing on digital interventions for educational professionals have shown promising results.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

Participant is working in a daycare centre team that is participating to the study. Sufficient knowledge in Finnish language.

Exclusion Criteria:

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Where it's running

  • Early Childhood Education
    Municipalities, Select, Finland
    Recruiting
  • Research Centre of Child Psychiatry
    Turku, Select, Finland
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.