Web-based training for community health workers to promote healthy living among Latinas
Comadres Saludables: a Web-Based Promotora Training Program for Obesity Prevention in Hispanic Women
This study tests a new online training program for community health workers to see if it helps them better support Hispanic women in living healthier lives and preventing obesity.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 124 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | ISA Associates, Inc. Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Arlington, Virginia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06627439 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate a new web-based training program for community health workers (CHWs) focused on obesity prevention among Hispanic women. Participants will be randomized to receive either the new training or a standard training program. The study will assess the impact of the training on CHWs' self-efficacy in implementing lifestyle interventions. Data will be collected through baseline surveys measuring knowledge, health behaviors, and skill mastery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are female community health workers who are certified in Texas and provide services to Hispanic populations.
Not a fit: Patients who are male, under 18, or do not meet the community health worker certification requirements will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could enhance the effectiveness of community health workers in promoting healthy living and preventing obesity in Hispanic populations.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar training approaches for community health workers, indicating potential for positive outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age and old * Comfortable speaking, reading, and writing English OR Spanish * Female * Access to a computer that has internet * Not Pregnant * Have a community health worker certification through the state of TX OR have worked over 6 moths as a community health worker and meets core competencies for CHWs * Provides services to Hispanic populations Exclusion Criteria: * Less than 18 years of age and old * Not comfortable speaking, reading, and writing English OR Spanish * Male * Does not have access to a computer that has internet * Pregnant * Does not have a community health worker certification through the state of TX OR have not worked over 6 moths as a community health worker and does not meet core competencies for CHWs * Does not provide services to Hispanic populations
Where this trial is running
Arlington, Virginia
- ISA Associates — Arlington, Virginia, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Debra M Rios, DrPH — ISA Associates
- Study coordinator: Debra M Rios, DrPH
- Email: DRIOS@ISAGROUP.COM
- Phone: 703-739-0462
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.