CDSME Evidence-Based Programs
Leader training and fidelity monitoring are the hallmarks of quality assurance for chronic disease self-management education (CDSME) programs that have been approved by the Administration for Community Living as meeting strict evidence-based criteria for health promotion and disease prevention programs. The beneficial outcomes for older adults participating in evidence-based CDSME programs depend on the program being implemented with fidelity.
At every phase of implementation of an evidence-based program from recruitment, leader trainings, program delivery, to evaluation, fidelity is considered and monitored by all personnel involved from leaders, master trainers, and to license holder or host organization.
Conducting the programs with fidelity improves the quality of what is being delivered and ensures that all the activities of the program are implemented correctly to benefit the participants. As described below for each program, the training requirements and fidelity monitoring process vary from program to program based on the program’s research, evidence, and the most effective processes as developed by the program administrators.
Programs detailed in this fidelity hub:
Click on each program name to jump to their fidelity information in the table below.
Chronic Disease Self-Management Education Programs
- Enhance®Wellness
- Geri-Fit Strength Training Workout for Older Adults
- Health Coaches for Hypertension Control
- Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels Healthy Bladder
- On the Move
- Self-Management Resource Center Programs: Chronic Disease Self-Management, Diabetes Self-Management, Positive Self-Management (HIV), Chronic Pain Self-Management, Cancer Thriving and Surviving, Building Better Caregivers
- Walk With Ease
Behavioral Health Programs
- Active Living Every Day
- Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
- Healthy IDEAS
- PEARLS
- Powerful Tools for Caregivers
- Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
This information is based on the survey responses received from the administrators and developers of respective programs and may not be consistent across all programs.
For ACL-approved Evidence Based Program Administrators and Developers: Please contact us at cha@ncoa.org to edit or update program information.
EnhanceWellness | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
Sound Generations | |
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Contact email |
paiged@soundgenerations.org | |
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Contact phone number |
206-268-6739 | |
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Program landing pages |
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Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
on projectenhance.org (in process of updating) | |
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License requirements for instructors |
Note: Currently in process of updating as we finish beta testing our asynchronous training with live wrap up. EW Coach candidates complete a self-paced online training program with a live 2.5-hour interactive online wrap-up and skill-building session facilitated by an EW Master Trainer. | |
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Modes of leader training |
Following beta testing in diverse communities and site types during 2022, we will be moving to asynchronous training with live wrap up: EW Coach candidates complete a self-paced online training program with a live 2.5-hour interactive online wrap-up and skill-building session facilitated by an EW Master Trainer. | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
Facilitated bi-monthly calls are an opportunity to continue skill-building and to receive support and feedback from EW Master Trainers and fellow Coaches from around the country. If a Coach hasn't worked with clients in a year, they can do a self-paced refresher and/or request skill building support from an EW Master Trainer. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
EW coaches use a proprietary cloud-based software application called WellWare to manage program data. WellWare, developed and maintained by Sound Generations, facilitates the administration, scoring and interpretation of the pre and post surveys, guides the coach through the steps to document a participant’s Health Action Plan, and captures case notes for encounters between the coach and participant over the six months of enrollment. While WellWare is not the EnhanceWellness program, it does provide fidelity guardrails for the service process. Organization Master Trainers can do a de-identified client pull from the system for assessment. Go to projectenhance.org | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
EW fidelity is maintained through annually renewed organization licensing requirements and through the training and certification of coaches. Certified coaches and site coordinators are supported by tools, reference materials, and continuing education opportunities. Fidelity to program protocols is reinforced by EW Coach use of a proprietary cloud-based software application called WellWare to manage program data. WellWare, developed and maintained by Sound Generations, facilitates the administration, scoring and interpretation of the pre and post surveys, guides the coach through the steps to document a participant’s Health Action Plan, and captures case notes for encounters between the coach and participant over the six months of enrollment. While WellWare is not the EnhanceWellness program, it does provide fidelity guardrails for the service process. More detail: Quality Assurance in program delivery starts with training. The EW New Coach Training uses the RE-AIM framework to provide an understanding of the importance of the core elements of program design, training, delivery, proficiency, and application. Training: The EW administrator strongly recommends that individuals with prior motivational interviewing experience are trained as EW Coaches. EW self-paced training includes audiovisual material, videos and frequent knowledge checks to show that trainees have learned and understand the program’s protocols. Once completed, it is followed by a 2.5-hour live skill building wrap-up session. The training closely follows the EnhanceWellness Coach Manual, which the new coach keeps for reference. Fidelity: Completion of training grants access to a secure login at www.projectenhance.org with a variety of resources focused on quality assurance and safety for the affiliate and to Wellware with resources focused on coach program delivery. For organizations that do not have their own EW Master Trainers, Project Enhance is available by phone, email, and videoconference to coaches nationwide as a ready resource. Lastly, reports available in Wellware identify programs with out-of-protocol scheduling, missing data, or unexpected assessment scores, prompting review of protocols with delivery organizations. | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
At outset, check in with documentation of each visit type (Enrollment, Initial Assessment Visit, Health Action Plan Visit, Ongoing Visit, Review Visit). Once established, timeline varies depending on caseload and need. | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
Enhance Wellness is a 1:1 program | |
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Length of course |
6 months | |
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Number of sessions |
At least one per month | |
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Class size |
1 person | |
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Target population |
Older adults and people with disabilities | |
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Modes of program delivery |
In-person, landline, video conference, hybrid | |
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Content required |
Screen: An EW screening visit identifies the participant’s personal strengths and risks through a detailed health questionnaire and interview with the EW Coach. Plan: The participant and EW Coach craft an individualized EW Health Action Plan, focused on areas the participant chooses to work on. The participant may choose to share this plan with their physician, family, or other support network. Action: The participant moves into action with the support of their EW Coach, who offers ongoing encouragement, feedback, and monitoring over the next six months. The EW Coach assists with problem-solving, health education and referrals to support groups. | |
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Materials for participants |
N/A | |
Geri-Fit Strength Training Workout for Older Adults | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
Geri-Fit Company LLC, Francesca Fisher, Program Developer | |
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Contact email | ||
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Contact phone number |
1-888-437-4348 | |
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Program landing pages |
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Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
Organizations such as senior centers, YMCAs, places of worship, congregate meal sites, and yoga studios are ideal venues for Geri-Fit classes. Any places where older adults congregate are ideal Geri-Fit venues. A large room with 20 armless chairs is required. | |
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License requirements for instructors |
Geri-Fit instructors can be trained lay leaders/facilitators of other evidence-based health promotion, fall prevention and/or chronic disease management programs, fitness instructors (certified or non-certified), health educators, physical therapists, occupational therapists, trained care consultants, nurses, registered dietitians, social workers/mental health therapists, caregivers, in-home health aides, and volunteers interested in working with older adults. Instructors must complete the online training and certification in Geri-Fit prior to teaching classes. Depending on the instructor's familiarity with strength training exercises, this training could take anywhere from 10 to 30 hours to complete. A Certificate of Completion will be available to download and print once the individual has completed the training. We recommend Program Fidelity Training (a refresher course) once every two years. All training is done online. | |
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Modes of leader training |
Online or in-person (led by a Master T-Trainer) | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
Licensed facilities and licensed instructors are able to participate in Geri-Fit Program Fidelity Training, which is suggested once every two years. Included in the license renewal is a free continuing education course that original instructors can take in order to stay current with their certification requirements and adhere to Geri-Fit's high program standards. This Program Fidelity continuing education course takes a little over two hours to complete and consists of mostly watching video snippets, a videotaped advanced Geri-Fit class, the demonstration of additional balance and fall prevention exercises, and advanced training techniques that instructors may incorporate into their classes. Instructors will be able to print their Program Fidelity Certificate of Completion at the conclusion of the online training. The course does not require any test. Completion of the Geri-Fit Program Fidelity Course will provide adherence to program fidelity, continuing education and training requirements, quality assurance, safety, and health promotion. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
At each annual renewal, the licensed site or instructor is contacted by U.S. mail and informed that Program Fidelity Training is available. Only licensees are eligible to participate in Program Fidelity Training. | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
The licensed site and/or its instructors must complete a fidelity survey at the end of the online Program Fidelity Course in order to download and print out their Certificate of Completion. | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
Bi-annual | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
One instructor can lead a Geri-Fit class for up to 20 people. | |
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Length of course |
For Geri-Fit classes offered to the older adult community, we suggest 12 weeks. | |
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Number of sessions |
24 sessions, 45 minutes | |
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Class size |
4-20 people | |
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Target population |
Older adults 60 years of age and older | |
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Modes of program delivery |
Geri-Fit classes are held in-person, online on demand, and through scheduled Zoom sessions with screen share. | |
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Content required |
Adherence to the lesson plans are part of the Geri-Fit Instructor Manual. Instructors lead the Geri-Fit class and teach the health education content. Participants work out with dumbbell weights during the exercise class. Scripted content is available for Fall Prevention Workshops, exercise demonstrations, and questions most frequently asked. | |
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Materials for participants |
It is suggested that each participant bring their own set of dumbbell weights to class along with a Geri-Fit stretch band and water to drink. Some facilities provide the equipment; however, disinfecting procedures should be in place to prevent the spread of viruses. It is better to have everyone bring their own weights to class. Carrying that tote bag is part of the workout. This way, no disinfection of equipment is needed. | |
Health Coaches for Hypertension Control | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
Clemson University | |
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Contact email |
tcheryl@clemson.edu | |
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Contact phone number |
864-918-2882 | |
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Program landing pages |
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Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
Payment of one-time $5,000 license fee and Master Trainer training at $950/person. | |
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License requirements for instructors |
Training for Master Trainers is offered online by Dr. Cheryl Dye, creator of Health Coaches for Hypertension Control. Training cost is $950/person and training takes 8 hours, delivered in two 4-hour sessions on two different days. Master Trainer candidates must have a degree/license in a health-related field such as health education, medical sociology, or health care profession. | |
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Modes of leader training |
Online, in-person, hybrid | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
Yearly Zoom conference | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
It is provided to Master Trainers to use when evaluating the lay leaders they train but is not publicly available. | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
Master Trainers may review the lay leaders they train for program fidelity | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
Timeline is at the discretion of the Master Trainer | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
A Master Trainer may offer a workshop by themselves, but it is recommended that lay leaders work in pairs. | |
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Length of course |
Once weekly for 8 weeks or twice weekly for 4 weeks | |
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Number of sessions |
8 session, 1.5 hours each | |
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Class size |
8 to 15 people | |
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Target population |
Anyone age 45 years or above who is diagnosed with hypertension or concerned about developing hypertension | |
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Modes of program delivery |
In-person, virtual, hybrid | |
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Content required |
The HCHC coach (either Master Trainer or lay leader) uses a scripted Health Coach manual. The 8 sessions cover setting goals for hypertension management, basics of hypertension, nutrition, physical activity, tobacco use, stress management, and medication management. | |
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Materials for participants |
Each participant needs a workbook and a blood pressure monitor. | |
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Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels Healthy Bladder | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging | |
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Contact email | ||
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Contact phone number |
608-243-5690 | |
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Program landing pages |
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Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
2022 Fees:
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License requirements for instructors |
The program is led by ONE trained Facilitator who has successfully completed either the 2-day in-person Facilitator Training or the 2-day online Facilitator Training. Qualifications to become a Mind Over Matter Facilitator:
Other requirements:
2022 Fees: $450 per person for non-Wisconsin Facilitators must pay the Facilitator Training fee (at least 2 individuals must be trained) | |
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Modes of leader training |
Either 2-day in-person Facilitator Training or 2-day online Facilitator Training (both offered) | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
In order to maintain certification, trained Facilitators must facilitate 2 workshops per 12-month period. If/when program updates occur, Facilitators must attend curriculum update trainings as applicable. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
Checklist is distributed and used during Facilitator training practice facilitation sections. To request a copy, please email mom@wihealthyaging.org | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
Master Trainers who conduct a Facilitator training are responsible for conducting fidelity coaching sessions for their trainees. If a Facilitator attends a training through WIHA, Wisconsin Master Trainers complete fidelity coaching sessions. | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
A fidelity check is scheduled for one of the first sessions of the first workshop to observe the newly trained facilitator and provide feedback. In addition, fidelity checks are done for the following circumstances:
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Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
1 facilitator is required to implement a workshop. | |
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Length of course |
3 sessions spaced every other week (i.e., 5 weeks), with optional Booster | |
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Number of sessions |
3 sessions, 2 hours each | |
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Class size |
8-12 for in-person workshops. 6-10 for virtual workshops. | |
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Target population |
Women age 50+ who are cognitively intact and currently experiencing or have an interest in preventing incontinence. If participating online, participants must have a laptop with a camera. | |
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Modes of program delivery |
In-person, virtual | |
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Content required |
Scripted content | |
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Materials for participants |
Purchase/preparation of Participant Binders | |
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On the Move | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
University of Pittsburgh | |
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Contact email | ||
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Contact phone number |
412-383-6533 | |
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Program landing pages |
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Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
Sites must obtain a license from the University of Pittsburgh to host On the Move | |
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License requirements for instructors |
On the Move must be delivered by a certified On the Move instructor. Instructor training consists of 12 hours of training and a written exam. | |
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Modes of leader training |
Online and in-person | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
Instructors are certified for 3 years. A short refresher course is required to be recertified. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
We do have materials to assess fidelity. Materials can be obtained by emailing the On the Move program at contact@onthemove.pitt.edu. | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
The site is responsible for reviewing fidelity. | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
There is no strict timeline. Suggest more often if new to the program, then annually. | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
We recommend 1 instructor to 10 participants. | |
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Length of course |
12 weeks | |
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Number of sessions |
24 total 1-hour sessions. 2X/week for 12 weeks | |
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Class size |
10 people | |
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Target population |
The target population is individuals who want to improve the quality of their walking, individuals who can walk at least household distances without the assistance of another person with no more than a straight cane, and individuals should also be medically stable. | |
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Modes of program delivery |
The program is best delivered in-person, but we also have a virtual option which has not been formally studied. | |
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Content required |
Exercise | |
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Materials for participants |
Chair, playground ball, and cones are used in the class | |
Self-Management Resource Center ProgramsChronic Disease Self-Management, Diabetes Self-Management, Positive Self-Management (HIV), Chronic Pain Self-Management, Cancer Thriving and Surviving, Building Better Caregivers | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
Self-Management Resource Center (SMRC) | |
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Contact email | ||
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Contact phone number |
650-242-8040 ext. 5 | |
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Program landing pages | ||
Program implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
All organizations must have licenses. Full information on this website. | |
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License requirements for instructors |
Leaders and Master Trainers (those who train leaders) are certified. SMRC certifies Master Trainers, and each organization certifies their leaders. Full information is in the fidelity manual under “resources” on the website. | |
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Modes of leader training |
Leader training can be conducted in-person or via virtual platform. Master training is conducted by virtual platform. | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
Leaders must maintain active status by teaching at least once yearly. They can take a refresher workshop once. Master Trainers much conduct a full Leader Training once every three years and lead at least one workshop or cross training years when not conducting a Master Training. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
The program offers a full Fidelity Manual. | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
Leader fidelity is the responsibility of the licensed organizations. Master Trainer fidelity is the responsibility of SMRC, and the licensed organizations program content and process is the responsibility of SMRC. | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
Organizations make annual reports to SMRC as do Master Trainers. New leaders have a fidelity check during their first workshop. Fidelity checks are built in to all trainings. | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
2 for in-person or virtual workshops 1 for telephone workshops | |
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Length of course |
In-person and virtual: 2.5 hours Telephone: 1 hour | |
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Number of sessions |
1 session/week for 6 weeks | |
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Class size |
In-person: 8-15 Virtual: 8-12 Telephone: 3-5 | |
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Target population |
This differs for each SMRC program: CDSMP: people with comorbid physical and/or mental health conditions DSMP: people with type II diabetes, although people with type 1 or prediabetes often attend CPSMP: people with chronic pain CTS: people who have completed their initial cancer treatment BBC caregivers: mainly those caring for people with diminished cognitive functioning PSMP: anyone who is HIV positive | |
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Modes of program delivery |
All SMRC programs do not allow hybrid workshops. | |
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Content required |
All content as well as processes are scripted. | |
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Materials for participants |
Books are available for all participants. Those taking the program by phone + mailed materials or by mailed materials alone receive a toolkit that also contains the book. | |
Walk With Ease | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
Arthritis Foundation, Nick Turkas | |
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Contact email | ||
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Contact phone number |
704-802-7339 | |
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Program landing pages |
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Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
There is no license required to offer the program. | |
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License requirements for instructors |
There is no license required to offer the program. Organizations offering a Group Class must have a trained leader. The newly updated 2-hour Walk with Ease Leader Training is available. Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is required. The CPR certification course must include a live skills training. (Online-only courses are not acceptable.) First aid certification is strongly recommended. Although not required as a prerequisite, first aid certification is strongly recommended because of the danger of falls or other injuries, especially when the program is conducted outdoors. Professional liability insurance coverage with an aggregate/single occurrence limit not less than $1 million for personal injury or property damage, unless covered by host facility’s comprehensive or professional liability insurance policy is required. | |
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Modes of leader training |
Online | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
Certifications remain valid while a leader hosts at least one session of classes per year. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
Yes, available in the Leader's Manual | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
Leaders and sponsoring organizations | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
Annually | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
1 for a class of 12 - 15. 2 are recommended for classes of greater size. | |
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Length of course |
6 weeks | |
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Number of sessions |
18, 1-hour sessions | |
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Class size |
12-15 people | |
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Target population |
Walk With Ease was specifically developed for adults with arthritis who want to be more physically active. The program is also appropriate for people without arthritis, particularly those with diabetes, heart disease and other chronic conditions, who want to get more active. The only prerequisite is the ability to be on your feet for at least 10 minutes without increased pain. | |
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Modes of program delivery |
In-person (group), individual (self-directed) virtual/group, hybrid (self-directed enhanced) | |
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Content required |
Health education | |
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Materials for participants |
Guidebook | |
Behavioral Health Programs
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Active Living Every Day | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
Human Kinetics | |
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Contact email | ||
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Contact phone number |
217-403-7611 | |
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Program landing pages |
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Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
A license agreement is required. An organization must agree to the program's philosophy and implementation guidelines. Please send an email to jenniferm@hkusa.com to request a copy of the guidelines, which explain why it's important to deliver the programs as they are designed. Indicating your agreement to these guidelines assures program consistency and helps to ensure the success of your program participants. There is no cost for the license. | |
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License requirements for instructors |
We've created a convenient and complete training process that will interest experienced health professionals yet is accessible for laypeople and professionals from non-health backgrounds. Facilitators complete these steps for their training:
The Facilitator training takes approximately 10 hours, including reading through the entire course and participant book. The training course is self-paced, and Facilitators are welcome to step away and come back, when convenient. | |
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Modes of leader training |
The training course is self-paced, and Facilitators are welcome to step away and come back, when convenient. Facilitators will receive print materials as well as access to their online exam and facilitator resources, including lesson plans, overhead slides, class handouts, administrative forms, and customizable marketing materials, as well as participant online resources. | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
We recommend that Facilitators retake the training course if they step away from teaching for more than one year. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
Program fidelity is addressed in the Facilitator training course print materials received. | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
We leave it to the organizations to adhere to program fidelity, as agreed to in the license agreement. | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
N/A | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
1 leader | |
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Length of course |
12 weeks | |
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Number of sessions |
1 session/week for 12 weeks | |
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Class size |
8-15 people (maximum of 20) | |
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Target population |
Adults of all ages are referred by a variety of organizations such as worksites, hospitals, community health programs, colleges, fitness centers, older adult programs and residences, and grant-funded initiatives. | |
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Modes of program delivery |
In-person class/group, 1-on-1 in-person, or remote delivery by phone, email, or video conferencing | |
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Content required |
This program uses the Active Living Every Day book and offers online support resources for participants and facilitators. Facilitators are provided the background information and materials needed to facilitate and implement Active Living Every Day, with easy-to-access forms, handouts, lesson plans, and other resources available through our website. Participants are supported through learning activities, online assessments, group interaction, and individual guidance. | |
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Materials for participants |
The Active Living Every Day, Third Edition text is required for everyone participating in an Active Living Every Day class. The text includes access to ALED Online, found on the Active Living Partners website. ALED Online enhances Active Living Every Day group sessions. For each week's lesson participants will find forms, web links, and suggested readings that will help broaden understanding of the week's topic. | |
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Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
North Carolina State University | |
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Contact email | ||
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Contact phone number |
919-515-9156 | |
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Program landing pages |
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Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
N/A | |
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License requirements for instructors |
We require registered dietitian nutritionists with a master's degree who are hired and trained by NC State University to be instructors for our program. This program does not implement a train-the-trainer model. | |
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Modes of leader training |
Online | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
We offer an annual online update for all trained instructors. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
N/A | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
Staff at North Carolina State University | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
Annual | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
1 leader | |
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Length of course |
15 weeks | |
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Number of sessions |
1 hour per session x 15 session | |
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Class size |
25-40 people | |
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Target population |
Those who are interested in learning healthy habits such as healthy eating and physical activity who may or may not have a goal of weight loss | |
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Modes of program delivery |
In-person, virtual, hybrid | |
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Content required |
Instructors use a program curriculum and slides developed and provided by NC State University. All participants receive a program workbook. | |
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Materials for participants |
All participants receive a program workbook. Participants need to have weekly access to a scale, computer, and internet access, and an email address that they check regularly. | |
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PEARLS | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
University of Washington Health Promotion Research Center | |
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Contact email | ||
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Contact phone number |
206-616-9071 | |
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Program landing pages |
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Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
We do not have licensing requirements, aside from becoming a certified PEARLS coach. The clinical supervisor can be a psychiatrist, psychiatric nurse, or LCSW. | |
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License requirements for instructors |
We require them to go through our online training, which is approximately 8 - 11 hours (11 online modules, one live practice session, and one evaluation). | |
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Modes of leader training |
In-person, online (video conference), hybrid, phone | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
None. We offer optional monthly technical assistance calls and are available for questions that may come up. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
We have designed a tool, but we do not require anyone to use the tool. We provide it upon request. | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
Our team does not have formal fidelity requirements; however, often funders have fidelity requirements. We support PEARLS providers in showing their fidelity to the model and meeting those requirements. | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
We do not have a required timeline. | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
1 | |
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Length of course |
Approximately 19 weeks | |
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Number of sessions |
6 to 8 50-minute sessions | |
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Class size |
One-on-one individual program | |
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Target population |
Older adults with depression | |
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Modes of program delivery |
In-person, online (video conference), hybrid, phone | |
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Content required |
Problem Solving Treatment, behavioral activation, clinical supervisor | |
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Materials for participants |
None | |
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
Iowa State University | |
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Contact email | ||
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Contact phone number |
515-294-1884 | |
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Program landing pages | ||
Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
N/A (Individuals must be certified class leaders and/or Master Trainers) | |
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License requirements for instructors |
Individuals can become PTC class leaders through either a virtual (five days of three hours training) or in-person (two days of eight hours of training) class leader training. New class leaders must attend every day. For more information, visit powerfultoolsforcaregivers.org | |
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Modes of leader training |
Virtual and in-person | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
Class leaders must co-lead a class series once every five years and if they do not, they must be retrained. Master Trainers must co-lead a class leader training every two years. If they do not, they must lead a class series before leading another class leader training. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
All class series and class leader trainings are co-lead. Thus, each co-leader ensures that the other adheres to the script and program procedures. | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
Class leaders and Master Trainers keep a check on each other; however, PTC headquarters closely monitors the activities of all certified individuals. | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
Class leader and Master Trainer activity is monitored to ensure that they meet the requirements of certified leaders and trainers. | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
2-3 leaders | |
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Length of course |
6 weeks | |
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Number of sessions |
90 minutes or 2 hour per session x 16 sessions | |
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Class size |
In-person: 8-15 people | |
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Target population |
Two class series types for caregivers of adults with chronic illnesses or children with special needs | |
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Modes of program delivery |
Virtual or in-person | |
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Content required |
Scripted content with in-class discussion and brainstorming activities. | |
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Materials for participants |
Helpbook | |
| Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) | ||
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Program administrator/developer |
Copeland Center for Wellness and Recovery | |
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Contact email | ||
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Contact phone number |
802-451-0140 | |
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Program landing pages | ||
Program Implementation Requirements | ||
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License requirements for organizations |
Yes | |
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License requirements for instructors |
Purchase books and materials, have 5-day WRAP Facilitator Training For more information, visit wellnessrecoveryactionplan.com | |
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Modes of leader training |
In-person | |
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Required follow-up trainings for leaders |
A refresher is required every 2 years. | |
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Program-provided fidelity checklist |
Available in the training and online | |
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Person responsible for fidelity review |
Self-check | |
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Timeline for fidelity review |
Self-check | |
Program Delivery | ||
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Number of leaders |
2 | |
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Length of course |
16+ hours (divided in 8 sessions, 3 days, or 4 and a half days) | |
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Number of sessions |
2.5–8 hours per session | |
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Class size |
10-15 people | |
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Target population |
Anyone seeking greater wellness in their lives. Program is adaptable to many life challenges such as grief, physical health issues, mental health, creating healthy relationships, healthy aging, and more. | |
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Modes of program delivery |
In-person | |
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Content required |
WRAP facilitators are trained in a standardized 5-day course by 2 Advanced Level WRAP facilitators. Prerequisite is attending a WRAP group and developing a personalized WRAP Plan. Advanced Level WRAP facilitators are trained in a 5-day course through Copeland Center for Wellness and Recovery, including required knowledge assessment, completion of 4 practicums, and submission of a mentoring plan. Prerequisite is to complete a WRAP facilitator course, submission of a video overview of WRAP, and submission of at least 15 evaluations from at least 3 different facilitated WRAP groups. WRAP facilitators and Advanced Level facilitators must attend a refresher course at least once every 2 years. | |
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Materials for participants |
Workbooks, WRAP books, WRAP Facilitator Manual (instructors only) | |
This project was supported, in part by grant number 90CSSG0048 from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, D.C. 20201. Grantees undertaking projects under government sponsorship are encouraged to express freely their findings and conclusions. Points of view or opinions do not, therefore, necessarily represent official Administration for Community Living policy.
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