90 Developing a Clinical and Translational Research Pathway Across Three Health Sciences Disciplines

Abstract

OBJECTIVES/GOALS: The design and phased roll-out of a CTSA competency-based longitudinal Clinical and Translational Research (CTR) curriculum pathway that can be integrated into the training of health sciences professional degree programs at three regional institutions. The outcome will be an increased number of health science professionals participating in CTR. METHODS/STUDY POPULATION: Based on an environmental scan, student surveys to assess interest, and feedback from regional stakeholders, a CTR pathway program was developed. The pathway curriculum will be grounded in 6 key focus areas derived from the Core Competencies in Clinical and Translational Research and prioritized based on regional need. The CTR pathway is currently being developed for the University of Washington School of Medicine, with additional implementations at the Washington State University School of Pharmacy and the Montana State University School of Nursing. Students will complete training modules and a mentored research project that is integrated into their specific course of study. RESULTS/ANTICIPATED RESULTS: In addition to the initial assessments and curriculum, an Advisory Committee will be established. Mentors, site leads, and research project partnerships across the region will be identified. Modifications will be made according to the local needs at both Montana State University and Washington State University. After the pilot launch and roll-out, the pathway curriculum will be adapted for other disciplines based on input from content experts and pathway evaluation data. Student retention in CTR fields will be tracked, with a goal to increase the number of CTR investigators and professionals across WWAMI in the next decade. CTR pathway processes and training resources will be shared with the CTSA consortium and other health sciences professional training sites. DISCUSSION/SIGNIFICANCE: Development of the CTR workforce is a priority to increase national capabilities in clinical and translational science. Building on a recognized need for targeted and longitudinal engagement, a CTR pathway is being established for health sciences students in the WWAMI region.