In 2021, we hosted an introductory webinar series for clinicians interested in clinical research. 

The webinars covered the fundamentals of establishing and conducting good clinical research, in an attempt to make the process accessible and attractive to new researchers.

Introduction to evidence-based practice for clinicians in the AOD Sector

Workshop Goal: This module seeks to help you progress your level of knowledge in utilising evidence to facilitate evidence-based practice, and to improve patient/client outcomes.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this module, you will have an understanding of:

  • How to clearly define a research question or topic that you would like to address in your workplace

  • Accessing health science data bases to review research literature

  • Critically appraising the literature

  • Using research literature to inform evidence-based practice

Introduction to clinical research for clinicians in the AOD sector

Workshop Goal: To give staff working in AOD clinical settings an understanding of the key concepts and principles of clinical research and the benefits of introducing research into the clinical setting.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this module, you will have an understanding of:

  • The basic concepts of clinical research e.g. what it is, how it differs from standard care and why it is undertaken

  • Five of the most commonly used study designs

  • Asking focussed questions / formulate a clinical question

  • Ethics in research and why informed consent is necessary