Clinical Research Education Series (CRES) | “Informed Consent in Practice: Connecting the Conversation and the Form"

April 22, 2026

This session will discuss the informed consent process and effective techniques for explaining research information. Participants will learn how to differentiate between the roles and responsibilities involved in obtaining consent and accurate documentation. The presentation will also review consent requirements to common real‑world scenarios, such as use of interpreters, limited literacy, minors, and legally authorized representatives

 

Target Audience

Employees at Houston Methodist Hospital Research Institute 

Learning Objectives

Participant Learning Outcomes:

    • Explain informed consent as an ongoing communication process

    • Describe the importance of consent documentation.

    • Demonstrate effective techniques for explaining research information in plain language.

    • Identify the essential elements of the informed consent process.

 

 

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Attendance
Course opens: 
04/07/2026
Course expires: 
04/25/2026
Event starts: 
04/22/2026 - 12:00pm CDT
Event ends: 
04/22/2026 - 1:00pm CDT
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Virtual Meeting
Houston, TX
United States

Virtual - ZOOM link with be provided to the registered participants.

Presenter(s) Info:

Jennifer Giles, MS

1.00 Attendance

Available Credit

  • 1.00 Attendance
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