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Summary

This study details the EMBARK training program for psychedelic therapy session monitors. It highlights iterative development, lessons learned, and AI integration for enhanced clinical trial support.

Keywords:

EMBARK model of psychedelic treatment evidence-based training approaches psychedelic medicine psychedelic therapy psychedelic treatments training program development

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Area of Science:

Psychedelic Medicine
Clinical Trial Training
Healthcare Professional Development

Background:

The burgeoning field of psychedelic medicine requires standardized training for healthcare providers.
Developing evidence-based competencies is crucial for safe and effective psychedelic treatments.
Cybin, Inc. developed the EMBARK training program to address these needs for clinical trial session monitors.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the iterative development of the EMBARK training program for psychedelic clinical trial session monitors.
To detail the program's evolution through three phases, including components, successes, and lessons learned.
To discuss innovations in EMBARK^CT, the latest version used in Phase 3 trials, including AI integration.

Main Methods:

Iterative development methodology across three distinct phases.
Incorporation of feedback and data from completed and ongoing clinical trials.
Integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with human oversight in the EMBARK^CT iteration.

Main Results:

The EMBARK training program has been successfully implemented in multiple clinical trials.
The iterative process allowed for refinement based on practical application and identified needs.
EMBARK^CT incorporates AI to proactively identify support and training requirements for session monitors.

Conclusions:

The EMBARK program provides a robust model for training psychedelic therapy session monitors.
Iterative development and AI integration enhance the quality and effectiveness of training.
The findings offer valuable insights and recommendations for standardizing psychedelic medicine training nationally and globally.