Provider Training Overview
LifeSkills Provider Training Workshops prepare teachers, school counselors, prevention specialists, SROs, police officers, community youth educators, and other program providers to effectively implement the state-of-the-art prevention education activities and teaching strategies found in the LST program.
Each workshop plays an important role in enhancing the confidence and skill capacity of participants, resulting in optimal implementation of the LST program. While training is not required, it is highly recommended in order to achieve optimal program results. Training increases the effectiveness of the program and assists providers to develop implementation strategies for the programs comfort and fit in individual sites.
These customizable training services are available through National Health Promotion Associates, Inc. (NHPA), a health consulting, research, and development firm founded by Dr. Botvin, the developer of the Botvin LifeSkills Training (LST) 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 LST program
- Familiarize participants with the LifeSkills curriculum
- Teach participants the skills needed to successfully conduct the LST program
- Discuss practical implementation issues
- Provide an opportunity to practice teaching selected portions of the LifeSkills curriculum.
Training Formats
Online Training Workshops
Offer flexibility and convenience; accessible from your work or personal computer. Check out our training schedule to register for an online training. For more information, download an informational PDF or contact us or call 800-293-4969.
On-site Training Workshops
If you have a larger group (up to ~20) you want to be trained at your site, email us (training@nhpamail.com) to obtain a quote or request an on-site training workshop or call 914-421-2525.