The TOT engages participants in a comprehensive, multi-day distributive learning process that builds the knowledge and skills required to effectively train educators to deliver evidence-based HIV, STD and/or pregnancy prevention programs for adolescents.

This rigorous 4-day workshop includes advanced training on the science of learning, intensive coaching on effective strategies for engaging adult learners, and targeted instruction and practice in training others to deliver a specific curriculum.

TOT Components

CIC’s TOT instructional designs are research based and include pre-work, a pre-assessment, the in-person skill-development workshop and follow-up support. The TOT is conducted in two parts:

• Part I—EBP Core: Two days of intensive training on the science of learning, masterful facilitation techniques and micro-skills, as well as skill practice on EBP strategies.
• Part II—Curriculum Specific: Two days of intensive training on the key components of a specific EBP. This includes the research findings and theory base, developer intent, unique curriculum characteristics, targeted EBP skills practice, and specific trainer tips related to the targeted curriculum.

TOT Eligibility

To be effective in achieving intended outcomes, TOT participants must be highly qualified, seasoned trainers who have demonstrated the following:

• An advanced skill level in training and facilitation skills and engagement of adult learners.
• Completion of a TOE (Training of Educators), preferably conducted by CIC or another trusted training organization, on the targeted curriculum/program.
• Strongly recommended: Delivery or co-delivery of the targeted program.

TOT Certificates

Those who complete the TOT will receive an CIC certificate of completion. This enables the trainee to:

• Conduct Training of Educators (TOE) sessions within the trainee’s designated service area, using CIC’s research-based EBP training designs.
• Attend just Part II of future TOTs for additional EBPs at a reduced cost. (Note: Eligibility requirements still apply.

TOT Objectives

As a result of attending an CIC TOT, participants will be able to:

1. Apply current science-based practices in delivering a training of educators on a selected evidence-based program.
2. Deliver proven facilitative micro-skills to promote learner engagement, reflective practice, critical thinking and skill acquisition.
3. Show mastery in delivering key training strategies commonly used in CIC EBP Training of Educators, including Brainstorming, Processing/Process Checks, Roleplays and Practice Sessions.
4. Use appropriate levels of intervention when managing difficult training situations, including disruptive learner behaviors.
5. Initiate a personal plan of action to strengthen their training and facilitation skills.

“I recently completed my first Training of Trainers with CIC. It was an incredibly well designed and thoughtful process, with emphasis on the CIC Distributive Learning Approach. The pre-assessment and pre-work had us prepared to “dig in” to the training materials and allowed the participants to make the most out of the time we had together to build our skills as trainers. I look forward to the continued support from CIC as we implement our first training of educators.”

Shannon Lindsay, Training Coordinator
SC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy