In order for a group to be certified, groups of at least three facilitators per program site must receive training. One facilitator teaches the parent group, two facilitators teach the youth group, and all three facilitators work with families in the family session. All trainings are conducted by a team of two trainers. Trainings can include up to 30 individuals. All sessions are covered with detailed demonstrations and discussions including information and directions for facilitating each activity.
Training includes an in-depth presentation on recruitment and implementation.
Facilitators will be able to teach the program with minimal outside preparation. Teams of at least three individuals should attend training together. Appropriate facilitators include teachers, social service agency workers, counselors, cooperative extension staff, ministers, and others in the community. Alternative to hosting an on-site training Teams of three individuals may attend scheduled trainings in other locations, typically in other states, if the host site has room. Adding airfare, lodging, and per diem for three people often brings the cost close to the expense of hosting training on site.