Remote HIV Test Counselor Research Study
Researchers at the University of Miami are conducting a study to evaluate referral tools for HIV test counselors.
Fast Facts
Certified HIV test counselor
Plan to continue working or volunteering for the next 6 months
Conducted Remotely
Study Background
Join the JUNTOS study to help improve referral tools for HIV test counselors!
We want to find the best referral tool that HIV test counselors can use with clients who identify as Hispanic/Latino men who are gay, bisexual, or have sex with men. Through this research study, participants will have access to tools to help make referrals to services, and will also invite their Latino MSM testing clients (up to 5) to participate in the study as well.
We hope the findings of this study will increase people’s knowledge and access to different health services and improve the overall health outcomes of our community.
Study Background
Join the JUNTOS study to help improve referral tools for HIV test counselors!
We want to find the best referral tool that HIV test counselors can use with clients who identify as Hispanic/Latino men who are gay, bisexual, or have sex with men. Through this research study, participants will have access to tools to help make referrals to services, and will also invite their Latino MSM testing clients (up to 5) to participate in the study as well.
We hope the findings of this study will increase people’s knowledge and access to different health services and improve the overall health outcomes of our community.
Additional Information
The purpose of this study is to find the most effective referral tool that HIV test counselors can use with clients who identify as Hispanic/Latino men who are gay, bisexual, or have sex with men. This is to ultimately help HIV test counselors have an easier time making referrals to help their clients find the services they may need.
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Certified HIV test counselor
- Plan to continue HIV testing for the next 6 months
- Able to share study information with Hispanic/Latino men who have sex with men clients
- Tests primarily in Miami-Dade or Broward County
- Ages 18+
If you are fully eligible and participate:
- You will be randomly given access to a tool to help you make referrals.
- You will be asked to invite your Latino MSM testing clients (up to 5) to participate in the study.
- You will complete three online surveys over 6 months.
- Some counselors may be invited to complete an additional optional interview about their experience with the tool.
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After consenting and fully enrolling in the study, you may receive a total compensation of up to $200.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.
