Provider Training Workshops Overview Customizable training services are available through National Health Promotion Associates, Inc. (NHPA), a health consulting, research, and development firm developed by Dr. Botvin, the developer of the Botvin LifeSkills Training program. LifeSkills Provider Training Workshops prepare teachers, school counselors, prevention specialists, community youth educators, and other program providers to effectively implement the state-of-the-art prevention education activities and teaching strategies found in the Botvin LifeSkills Training program with confidence and fidelity. Each LifeSkills Provider Training Workshop plays an important role in enhancing the confidence and skill capacity of participants, resulting in optimal implementation of the Botvin LifeSkills Training program. The Importance of Provider Training To achieve optimal results, the Botvin LifeSkills Training program must be implemented carefully and completely. Just as important as what is taught is how the program is taught. The teaching techniques of facilitation and feedback, coaching of cognitive and behavioral skills, and behavioral rehearsal ensure that students fully understand and can demonstrate the key skills taught in the curriculum. Training Objectives LifeSkills Provider Training workshops are designed to: Review the background theory, research and rationale behind the Botvin LifeSkills Training program Familiarize participants with the LifeSkills curriculum Teach participants the skills needed to successfully conduct the Botvin LifeSkills Training program Discuss practical implementation issues Provide an opportunity to practice teaching selected portions of the LifeSkills curriculum. Training Locations LifeSkills Provider Training workshops can be delivered on-site or through open training workshops sponsored by NHPA. On-Site Training Workshops Training workshops can be scheduled for organizations requiring training for a maximum of 20 people. To obtain a quote or request an on-site training workshop click here. Open Training Workshops NHPA sponsors open Provider Training Workshops to the public throughout the year. For more information on open training workshops, click here to view our open training schedule or call LifeSkills Training National Training Department at 1-800-293-4969. The following costs apply to our open training workshops: One-day Foundation Training Workshop:  $235* Two-day Core Training Workshop:  $300* Training of Trainers (TOT) Workshop:  $1070 (Training materials included) *Please note that travel and training material costs are additional.  Contact our training department for more information 1-800-293-4969.