Rehabilitation Research Boot Camp

About this Certificate Program

Evidence based practice is the integration of clinical expertise, patient values, and the best research evidence into the decision making process for patient care. Identifying the “best research evidence” is a complex task that involves an understanding of the multiplicity of factors that can influence the quality of evidence. Study design, analyses, publication pathway and criterial appraisal can all influence the transferability of evidence. Indeed, a strong understanding of the basics of research, what we define within this series as “rehabilitation research boot camp”, can directly influence the interpretation of caregivers across all disciplines. In this Certificate Program, the learner will be exposed to all the essential aspects involving the process of creating and disseminating research.

Target audience

The Certificate Program is designed to target three audiences. First, all practicing clinician who engage in rehabilitation research would benefit from this series. Second, all individuals who participate in clinical research will find useable content within the rehabilitation research boot camp. Third, individuals who are interested in the intricacies of research provided from a viewpoint of those who are actively engaged in the scholarship process may appreciate the learning opportunities within this course.

Goals & objectives

• Understand how study design, rigor, and analyses can influence the results affiliated with evidence.

• Synthesize the influence of fraud and bias on research results.

• Navigate the complex world of journal publication and information dissemination.

• Compare and contrast best methods for disseminating information to practicing clinicians.

• Evaluate different funding opportunities and the challenges within this environment.