Graduate Prerequisites: PHD level course, permission required for graduate students - This course builds upon introductory doctoral coursework in research and statistical methods to develop advanced skills in clinical research. The intention is to familiarize and advance students' knowledge and application of design and implementation strategies for clinical research. A variety of practice research approaches will be discussed and critically analyzed and will include clinical trials, clinical process research, program evaluation, measurement construction, longitudinal, mixed methods, implementation science, and survey research. Topics include conceptualization and design, sampling of participants, assessment, data organization and management, analysis plans, evaluation and outcomes, and ethical concerns. Wherever possible, the instructor and guest speakers will present on completed and ongoing research projects. The course will be conducted as a seminar, whereby students will take an active role in discussions and applying knowledge and skills development. We will examine and critique readings (e.g., assigned, independent) as well as present and provide constructive consultation and feedback to other seminar participants. Original study materials such as questionnaires and standardized research measures will be provided to students. The class will focus on experiential exercises to maximize the relevance to students' own research (e.g., dissertation).

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