Comparing a Workplace Resilience and a Physical Activity Intervention on Early Childhood Educators Well-being

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA, CHAPEL HILL · Apr 2, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial aims to compare two programs designed to help early childhood educators (ECE) improve their well-being: a Resilience and Stress Management program and a Physical Activity program. The study will involve 80 child care centers and approximately 560 ECE staff members. Some centers will participate in the Resilience program, which teaches staff how to build their resilience and cope with stress. Other centers will focus on the Physical Activity program, which encourages staff to improve their exercise habits and strength. Participants will engage in these programs for 3 months, followed by a 12-month period where they will have access to the program materials to help them maintain their progress.

To be eligible for the trial, child care centers must be licensed and operating for at least one year, with no plans to close in the next two years. ECE staff must be at least 18 years old, able to read and speak English, have access to an online device, and be willing to receive text messages. This study is not yet recruiting participants, but it offers a great opportunity for ECE staff to enhance their well-being through supportive programs designed specifically for them.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Child Care Centers
• • Licensed with no plans to close in the next 2 years
• • Been in operation for at least 1 year
• • Has at least 4 employees
• • ECE Staff
• • Must be at least 18 years old
• • Be able to read and speak English
• • Must have access to an online resource (e.g., smartphone, tablet, computer)
• • Must be willing to receive text messages
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • None