Testing ways to help providers use autism treatments in schools and clinics
Tests training methods to help providers deliver proven autism interventions to children.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Translating Evidence-based Interventions for ASD: Multi-Level Implementation Strategy
Key facts
- Where
- Sacramento, San Diego, and Westwood, Los Angeles, United StatesSee the 3 sites
Where in United States
- University of California - DavisSacramento, United StatesNo longer taking part
- University of California San DiegoSan Diego, United StatesNo longer taking part
- University of California, Los AngelesWestwood, Los Angeles, United StatesNo longer taking part
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- University of California, Davis
- Trial code
- NCT03380078
- Record updated
- 5 December 2025
- Original description
The purpose of this study is to test the effectiveness of the "Translating Evidence-based Interventions (EBI) for ASD: Multi-Level Implementation Strategy" (TEAMS) model on provider-level implementation outcomes when used to enhance provider training in two evidence-based interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The TEAMS- Leadership Institute (TLI) module includes training to program/school district leaders in implementation of EBI, and the TEAMS Individualized Provider Strategy for Training (TIPS) module applies Motivational Interviewing strategies to facilitate individual provider behavior change. TEAMS will be tested in combination with two clinical interventions in two community service setting contexts (1) AIM HI intervention in mental health programs and (2) CPRT intervention in schools. It is expected that the addition of TLI and / or TIPS will improve use of EBI by community providers.Read full original descriptionShow less
Effectiveness of a Multi-Level Implementation Strategy for ASD Interventions
The purpose of this study is to test the effectiveness of the "Translating Evidence-based Interventions (EBI) for ASD: Multi-Level Implementation Strategy" (TEAMS) model on provider-level implementation outcomes when used to enhance provider training in two evidence-based interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The TEAMS- Leadership Institute (TLI) module includes training to program/school district leaders in implementation of EBI, and the TEAMS Individualized Provider Strategy for Training (TIPS) module applies Motivational Interviewing strategies to facilitate individual provider behavior change. TEAMS will be tested in combination with two clinical interventions in two community service setting contexts (1) AIM HI intervention in mental health programs and (2) CPRT intervention in schools. It is expected that the addition of TLI and / or TIPS will improve use of EBI by community providers.
Inclusion: (1) Identified as Program Managers at an enrolled site or identified as Program Specialist in an enrolled program/district; Employed at a participating program/district; Employed for at least the next 7 months; Has an eligible child on current caseload/classroom (see below); Did not participate in the AIM HI or CPRT effectiveness studies; Has a child age 3-13 years; Has a child with a current ASD diagnosis on record or a primary educational classification of autism as indicated in school records; Identified as a leader or provider at enrolled site; Linked to a participant leader (either as a supervisor or direct report).
The combined multi-level sample for both studies will include 74 programs/districts, 148 agency/district leaders, 590 providers (average of 8 per program/district) and 590 parents (1 per provider). It is estimated that an additional 590 participants will complete the 360 Organizational Assessment. Providers are expected to be approximately 85% female and 35% Hispanic. Parent participants are expected to be approximately 80% female and 60% Hispanic; Mental health programs will be those providing publicly funded psychotherapy services to children in San Diego, Sacramento and LA Counties for in person training and throughout California for distance training. Districts will be those providing public education services to elementary school children with ASD in San Diego, Sacramento and LA Counties for in person training and throughout California for distance training.