New Evidence-Based Strategies to Improve Representativeness and Enrollment Rates in Clinical Trials
Leveraging up-to-date evidence from the mind sciences into practical and effective strategies with immediate benefit
Effective Recruitment. Meaningful Results.
Incomplete and delayed recruitment remains one of the greatest obstacles to clinical trial success.
Developed from Real-World Research Recruitment Work
Choose the Right Course for Your Role
We offer two versions designed for different roles in the recruitment process. Both are grounded in the same evidence base and share core strategies. They differ in depth and focus.
Which course is right for you?
If you introduce the trial but hand off…
Choose the Principal Investigator course. You'll learn how to make a strong, trust-building initial introduction and execute an effective handoff that maintains patient confidence so the transition to your research team feels seamless.
If you conduct the full conversation…
Choose the Research Staff course. You'll get the complete set of skills for managing the recruitment and informed consent conversation from start to finish, including navigating hesitation, emotional reactions, and complex questions.
Introduction & Handoff: Setting the Stage for Successful Recruitment
Designed for Principal Investigators and Physician-Researchers who introduce clinical trials to eligible patients but rely on a research coordinator or team member to conduct the full informed consent and recruitment conversation.
What You'll Learn
- How automatic cognitive processes can shape which patients you invite and how you frame the opportunity, often without conscious awareness
- Evidence-based strategies for making a strong, trust-building initial introduction that increases patient receptivity
- How to execute an effective handoff to research staff that preserves patient confidence, momentum, and willingness to continue the conversation
Best For
Principal Investigators, Physician-Researchers, Sub-Investigators, and Senior Clinicians who initiate the recruitment conversation but do not conduct the full informed consent process themselves.
The Complete Recruitment & Informed Consent Conversation
Designed for Research Coordinators, Clinical Research Nurses, and Study Staff who manage the full recruitment and informed consent process, from initial patient engagement through enrollment or a respectful conversation close.
What You'll Learn
- How automatic cognitive processes can shape recruitment behaviors in ways that diverge from your conscious intentions
- A structured, five-step framework for patient-centered recruitment, from establishing psychological safety through responding to emotional cues
- Evidence-based communication and relationship-building strategies that increase patients' willingness to enroll
- Rapid self-regulation tools you can apply in the moment to navigate high-friction conversations with clarity and composure
Best For
Clinical Research Coordinators, Research Nurses, Study Staff, and anyone responsible for conducting the complete informed consent and recruitment conversation with patients.
What Experienced Recruiters Say
Responses from participants with clinical trial recruitment experience
"It was very engaging and provided current evidence-based techniques that I believe every clinical trial recruiter needs to learn and remind themselves of when recruiting and consenting participants."
— Nurse"I appreciated how it consistently referenced back to how these techniques can improve the quality of studies and accelerate the pace of recruitment."
— Research Coordinator"The visuals about differences in representation were surprising and well presented. I really enjoyed the mind hacks and interactive breathing activity. The length was perfect."
— Research CoordinatorCompliance Notice
We design our courses with close attention to the current federal civil rights landscape, including the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Fraud Initiative (2025) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services §1557 nondiscrimination rule. While we make every effort to align course content with evolving legal standards and best practices, the Humanitas Institute does not provide legal or compliance advice. Organizations should consult their own legal counsel to ensure their practices meet applicable federal, state, and institutional requirements.
What Makes Humanitas Institute Different
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Grounded in neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and clinical research
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Built for real-world, high-demand environments
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Designed for immediate practical application
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Evaluated prior to launch for learner approval and learning impact
How the Courses Work
Short, interactive online learning experiences grounded in peer-reviewed research and brought to life through realistic clinical trial scenarios. Built for busy investigators and research teams: focused, practical, and designed for rapid uptake in real patient recruitment and consent conversations.
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