Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Online training for childcare providers on reporting child abuse

Official title: Early Childhood Practitioner's Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding Reporting Child Abuse/Neglect-iLookOut

Run by Milton S. Hershey Medical Center · NCT02225301 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests an online training program for childcare providers in Pennsylvania to see if it helps them better understand and report suspected child abuse and neglect.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment35000 (estimated)
SponsorMilton S. Hershey Medical Center
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Hershey, Pennsylvania)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 1, 2014
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2028
Study endsDecember 31, 2028
Registry record updatedJanuary 26, 2026
Trial IDNCT02225301 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are paid or volunteer staff working at childcare facilities.

Probably not a fit

Individuals under 18 years of age will not benefit from this study as they are not eligible to participate.

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 online learning module called iLookOut for Child Abuse, designed for early childhood professionals. It aims to improve knowledge, attitudes, and preparedness regarding the reporting of suspected child abuse and neglect. The trial includes a randomized control phase and an open-enrollment phase, where participants' knowledge and attitudes are assessed before and after the training. The program is available free of charge to childcare providers in Pennsylvania, promoting widespread access to essential training.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the ability of childcare providers to recognize and report suspected child abuse, ultimately protecting vulnerable children.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that educational interventions can effectively improve knowledge and attitudes regarding child abuse reporting, suggesting a positive outlook for this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Paid or volunteer staff at childcare facility

Exclusion Criteria:

* Younger than 18 years of age

Where it's running

  • Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center / Penn State College of Medicine
    Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Benjamin H Levi, MD PhD — Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center / Penn State College of Medicine
  • Study coordinator: Nicole Verdiglione, BS
  • Email: nverdiglione@hmc.psu.edu
  • Phone: 717-531-8521

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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.