Introducing the Communication Learning Assessment
Confidence Begins with Practice
Effective, patient-centered communication is a core clinical competency. The Communication Learning Assessment (CLA) is a formative, skill-building tool designed to help medical students develop the empathy, judgment, and adaptability required for real patient conversations.
Through simulated clinical scenarios and actionable feedback, CLA helps students strengthen essential communication skills and build confidence—preparing them for meaningful engagement with patients during clerkship.
Designing a tool to develop and measure patient-centered communication skills
Improving communication skills before the first clinical encounter
Learn More About CLA
Get an inside look at CLA from Vice President of the Office of Research Strategy Krista Mattern, PhD and Director of Curriculum Affairs Stephanie Mann, MD, MS, HPED, and find out how to join the Community of Practice.
This upcoming webinar will explore the role and importance of patient-centered communication skills in an AI-enabled health care environment.