How to communicate research clearly and understandably to your community

In the constantly changing field of clinical research, effective communication is key in bridging the gap between complex scientific concepts and patient understanding.

This guide is designed to equip patient group leaders, staff, and volunteers with the skills necessary to clearly and understandably communicate research to patients.

To help you engage with your community about clinical research, we will cover how to communicate the nature, importance, and framework of clinical trials. We will then offer practical guidance to address common questions, concerns and challenges around trial recruitment, participation and results.

With thanks to:

Lucy-Paige, Analyst at Costello Medical, who generously provided expertise and pro bono support, alongside her colleagues Alice Wilcox, Senior Analyst and Sonia Shaw, Senior Analyst to create this course for patient groups.

Lucy-Paige

Alice Wilcox

Sonia Shaw

Costello Medical provided pro bono support in the creation of this course.

With thanks to the Funders of The Empowerment Programme 2025

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Resource type

Course

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Skill level

Beginner

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Duration

1-2 hours

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Last updated

April 2025

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Resource type

Course



Skill level

Beginner



Duration

1-2 hours



Last updated

April 2025

What will you learn in this course?

How to communicate the clinical trial process to patients

How to communicate the clinical trial recruitment process to patients

How to communicate clinical trial results to patients

How to communicate considerations for participating in clinical trials to patients

Who is this course for?

This guide has been developed for patient group leaders, staff or volunteers to:

Provide information and guidance for patient groups on how to communicate research to patients clearly and understandably
Understand the challenges faced when communicating research to patients and how to navigate them