Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 24 Months to 48 Months

E-Learning coaching for parents of young children with autism

Official title: Impact of an E-Learning Parental Coaching for Parents of Young Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Run by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois · NCT05726708 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if an online coaching program for parents can help improve their young children's development and their relationship with them compared to regular coaching or no coaching at all.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages24 Months to 48 Months
SexAll
Enrollment99 (estimated)
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Lausanne)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 24, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2027
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedOctober 28, 2026
Trial IDNCT05726708 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are parents of young children aged 2 to 4 years with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder who speak French.

Probably not a fit

Patients who may not benefit include those with known genetic syndromes, sensory deficits, epilepsy, or lack of internet access.

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

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of an E-Learning parental coaching program for parents of children aged 2 to 4 years diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It compares the impact of this E-Learning approach against standard parental coaching and no coaching at all. The study focuses on three key areas: child development, parental competencies, and parent-child interaction. Participants will be divided into three groups to assess the differences in outcomes based on the type of coaching received.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could provide parents with effective tools to support their children's development and improve family dynamics.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with parental coaching interventions, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Children with ASD
* Age 2 years to 4 years and 6 months
* Family speaking french
* Parent who signed the consent form

Exclusion Criteria:

* children with known genetic syndrome
* children with visual or auditive deficit
* children with epilepsy
* no internet access
* no french speaking

Where it's running

  • Service des troubles du spectre de l'autisme et apparentés
    Lausanne, Switzerland
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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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.