Clinical education for consistent outcome assessment.
NOCI develops and delivers teaching and education for clinicians in neurological rehabilitation and the use of outcome measures, supporting consistent implementation across clinical and research settings.
Start with your role.
NOCI supports individual clinicians, academic research teams and industry-sponsored studies with different training needs.
For clinicians
Learn at your own pace with self-directed e-Learning, or arrange live education for your team.
Explore resources →For industry sponsors
Arrange study-specific training programs and standardized education for assessors across participating centres.
Discuss study training →For academic studies
Teaching modules and reference materials for research staff, with consistent implementation across centres.
Plan study training →More than course delivery.
NOCI designs protocols, assessment resources and teaching materials that support consistent clinical and research implementation.
Neurological rehabilitation
Development of standardized rehabilitation protocols for intensive rehabilitation studies, with associated reference and teaching modules for clinicians and study staff.
Outcome measures
Selection and implementation of appropriate assessments; development of new measures; refinement of existing measures; and clinician-reported outcomes for late-stage clinical trials.
Teaching and education
Standardized modules and customized training on outcome measures, treatment techniques and interventions for clinical teams, academic studies and industry-sponsored trials.
Three formats, one standard.
Teaching materials and delivery methods are standardized. Interactive training can be supported by written references or e-Learning modules completed in advance.
| Format | In-person onsite | Live virtual | Self-paced e-Learning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trainer ratio | 1 trainer : 6–8 trainees | 1 trainer : 6–12 interactive trainees | Not applicable |
| Practice and instruction | Trainer onsite, patient actors or volunteers, demonstrations and practical education. | Live didactic teaching, demonstrations or videos. No practical education; optional trainee demonstration for feedback. | Independent study using available learning modules; may prepare learners for interactive training. |
| Typical use | Standardizing assessor skills through instructor-led practical education. | Standardized teaching for distributed teams; interaction optional. | Prerequisite learning or independent education for individual clinicians. |
| Follow-up and support | Post-training follow-up support | Post-training follow-up | May form part of an arranged training package. |
Live virtual sessions may accommodate more attendees when no individual interaction is required. Where interactive feedback is included, the published trainer ratio is 1:6–12. e-Learning can also be accessed independently by individuals or provided as part of a customized study package.
Prepare. Participate. Apply.
Prepare
Review written reference materials or complete applicable e-Learning modules before interactive teaching.
Participate
Receive standardized instruction through the selected format. In-person training includes hands-on practice; live virtual education offers demonstrations and optional feedback.
Apply
Implement assessment or study procedures consistently, with post-training follow-up for instructor-led programs.
Assessments and teaching resources.
Explore assessments associated with NOCI products or teaching. Product availability, training options and licensing requirements vary by assessment.
GRASSP Versions 1 and 2 and Myelopathy; TRI-Hand Function Test; Modified Ashworth Scale; Expanded Disability Status Scale; SCIM III/IV; CUE-T; Chedoke-McMaster Stroke Assessment; and NeuRx DPS.
GRASSP; TRI-Hand Function Test; Grasp and Release Test; SCIM III/IV; CUE-T; CMSA; and NeuRx DPS. Products and teaching modules are separate offerings.
GRASSP Version 1
Upper limb sensation, strength and prehension measure for cervical SCI.
GRASSP Version 2
Updated version of the GRASSP for research and clinical use.
GRASSP Myelopathy
Adapted version of the GRASSP for cervical myelopathy populations.
SCIM III and IV
Spinal Cord Independence Measure education for consistent functional scoring.
TRI Hand Function Test
Toronto Rehab Institute hand function assessment and scoring.
Grasp and Release Test
Measures gross manual dexterity and grasp performance.
CUE-T
Upper extremity test for function and movement quality, with licensing requirements for research use.
Chedoke-McMaster Stroke Assessment
Staged assessment of motor recovery after stroke, with associated training.
Modified Ashworth Scale
Standardized spasticity grading for clinicians and study staff.
Expanded Disability Status Scale
Consistent EDSS scoring across raters and sites.
NeuRx Diaphragm Pacing System
Clinical training on the diaphragm pacing system for patients with spinal cord injury.
The directory above is informational, not a confirmed course-enrolment or purchasing catalogue. Contact NOCI to confirm the available product, teaching format, and any licensing or study-specific requirements.
Training for studies across multiple centres.
NOCI develops customized teaching programs that combine standard modules with study-specific materials. Studies involving more than three centres must arrange an academic or industry training package.
- Discuss study measures, participating centres and training needs with NOCI.
- Agree on an academic or industry training package appropriate to the study.
- Provide preparatory materials and coordinate instructor-led or independent education as required.
- Support standardized implementation and appropriate post-training follow-up.
Important: All industry-sponsored studies require a training agreement with NOCI. Studies with more than three centres must arrange an appropriate academic or industry training package. Contact NOCI to discuss requirements.
