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2024 ClinicalTrials.gov Results Database Train-the-Trainer Workshop

This workshop is led by ClinicalTrials.gov staff and provides training to key personnel who are involved in submitting results to ClinicalTrials.gov for their academic organization. It consists of interactive presentations and hands-on results data entry exercises with the Protocol Registration and Results System (PRS). The workshop topics include: the basic organizational principles of the PRS results modules, step-by-step data entry instructions for common study designs, Results Review Criteria, and navigating the ClinicalTrials.gov website help resources. The workshop will also provide an overview of key laws and policies, including the registration and results submission requirements of Section 801 of the Food and Drug Administration Amendments Act of 2007 (FDAAA 801) and its implementing regulations (42 CFR Part 11).

Class dates:  April 21, 2024 through June 4, 2024. 

Moved to Past Courses Category by NTO June 24, 2024


Beyond the Binary: Health Resources for the LGBTQIA+ Community (October 2023)

LGBTQIA+ individuals face many barriers in accessing healthcare, including discrimination, lack of access, misunderstanding, and fear. As a consequence, many LGBTQIA+ individuals do not regularly access appropriate and timely care. The more informed healthcare professionals are, LGBTQIA+ patients and clients will become more comfortable in an environment that is often alienating, disrespectful, and traumatic. This class will discuss cultural competency/humility, health information needs, and information resources for working with LGBTQIA+ patrons. For more information about this course, see the course description page.

Fundamentals of Health Data Science (Sept 5 - Nov 3, 2023)

Fundamentals of Health Data Science is a 9-week course designed to improve your knowledge and skills in research data management.

Course dates: Sept. 5 - Nov. 3, 2023.

Select this link to view more information about this class on nnlm.gov


Fundamentals of Health Sciences Research Data Management (February 12, 2024-April 12, 2024)

Fundamentals of Health Sciences Research Data Management is an 8-week course designed to improve your knowledge and skills in research data management.

Course dates: February 12 - April 12, 2024.

Select this link to view more information about this class on nnlm.gov


Health Stories in the Media (September 18 - October 13, 2023)

This class is designed to evaluate health stories in the media. This course will address how health information is reported in news outlets and popular media and show you how to analyze these health claims critically. Analysis of news stories involves critical thinking; you will be introduced to a rating instrument and practice exercises to develop this skill. Just as no study is perfect, no health story in the news is perfect – but developing this skill will aid you in identifying common reporting issues and teach you how to seek more information.

This is a 4-week, work at your own pace, online class worth 4 Medical Library Association (MLA) Continuing Education credits. It qualifies for MLA Consumer Health Information Specialization levels 1 and 2. 

The class runs from September 18 - October 13, 2023.

Region 6 2024 Spring Semester Virtual Internship

Region 6 Internship Y3Q4. 

Closed June 5, 2024