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First Step to Success training sessions can be conducted in a variety of ways depending on the school/district needs, or who is getting trained.

Option 1: Two full days designed to train teachers preschool-G2, instructional assistants and potential First Step "coaches" (Family Advocate Networkers, child development specialists, psychologisists, counselors etc.). This two day session includes preventive strategies for students with challenging behaviors in preschool settings and/or the regular classroom and provides detailed information about implementing the First Step to Success programs.

Option 2: One full day all staff members and one additional day for staff members who will serve as First Step "Coaches" for the teachers.

The focus of the first day is on preventive strategies for the entire classroom that help all students and basic information for teachers to implement the First Step programs.

The focus of the second day is on the role of the "coach" on implementing the CLASS and homeBase components.

Option 3: One day training for all staff . After leaving this session, participants will be thoroughly familiar with the program, but "coaches" will need to spend time on their own to practice with the Implementation Guide to implement the program.

The Implementation Guide provides sufficient information and can be easily followed to implement the progam. However, it is essential that participants ( especially teachers) understand the importance of preventive interactions and sound classroom systems before implementing First Step to Success.

A follow-up day is recommended after participants have had a chance to implement the program. This day is designed to review, trouble shoot and problem solve. Participants are generally more motivated to implement the program with integrety if a follow-up day is planned.

In addition, technical assistance via E-mail or phone is needed after initial training.

Capacity: Up to 40 participants per presenter are recommended. If more than 40 participants plan to attend, two trainers are recommended.

Materials: The First Step to Success kit costs $145.00 and can be ordered from Sopris West (800-547-6747). The kit contains enough materials to implement the program with 3 students and their families. Additional student/parent materials can be ordered for $35.00 per set. The kits do not have to be available at the time of the training. The First Step to Success Preschool Edition costs $125 and can be ordered from Sopris West.

Training Guides: One training guide per participant is highly recommended. The guide provides a clear overview of the essential components of the First Step program and includes role-plays. The training guides ( P-train) can be ordered from Sopris West (800-547-6747) at $5.00 each.

Handouts: Fifteen additional pages of handouts are needed for each participant.

Further Information: Contact: Annemieke Golly, Ph.D., Institute on Violence and Destructive Behavior, 1265 University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon 97403-1265.
E-mail: agolly@darkwing.uoregon.edu


First Step to Success
	Documents:
		First Step Fact Sheet First Step Training Options First Step Coach Responsibilities

	Training Options First Step to Success training sessions can be conducted in a variety of ways depending on the school/district needs, or who is getting trained. Option 1: Two full days designed to train teachers preschool-G2, instructional assistants and potential First Step "coaches" (Family Advocate Networkers, child development specialists, psychologisists, counselors etc.). This two day session includes preventive strategies for students with challenging behaviors in preschool settings and/or the regular classroom and provides detailed information about implementing the First Step to Success programs. Option 2: One full day all staff members and one additional day for staff members who will serve as First Step "Coaches" for the teachers. The focus of the first day is on preventive strategies for the entire classroom that help all students and basic information for teachers to implement the First Step programs. The focus of the second day is on the role of the "coach" on implementing the CLASS and homeBase components. Option 3: One day training for all staff . After leaving this session, participants will be thoroughly familiar with the program, but "coaches" will need to spend time on their own to practice with the Implementation Guide to implement the program. The Implementation Guide provides sufficient information and can be easily followed to implement the progam. However, it is essential that participants ( especially teachers) understand the importance of preventive interactions and sound classroom systems before implementing First Step to Success. A follow-up day is recommended after participants have had a chance to implement the program. This day is designed to review, trouble shoot and problem solve. Participants are generally more motivated to implement the program with integrety if a follow-up day is planned. In addition, technical assistance via E-mail or phone is needed after initial training. Capacity: Up to 40 participants per presenter are recommended. If more than 40 participants plan to attend, two trainers are recommended. Materials: The First Step to Success kit costs $145.00 and can be ordered from Sopris West (800-547-6747). The kit contains enough materials to implement the program with 3 students and their families. Additional student/parent materials can be ordered for $35.00 per set. The kits do not have to be available at the time of the training. The First Step to Success Preschool Edition costs $125 and can be ordered from Sopris West. Training Guides: One training guide per participant is highly recommended. The guide provides a clear overview of the essential components of the First Step program and includes role-plays. The training guides ( P-train) can be ordered from Sopris West (800-547-6747) at $5.00 each. Handouts: Fifteen additional pages of handouts are needed for each participant. Further Information: Contact: Annemieke Golly, Ph.D., Institute on Violence and Destructive Behavior, 1265 University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon 97403-1265. E-mail: agolly@darkwing.uoregon.edu

	First Step Coach Responsibilities 1. Attend First Step to Success training. Study and practice with materials until comfortable with all components. 2. Conduct classroom observations of students receiving the First Step to Success program before and after implementation of the program. Observations are 15 minutes in length. Detailed instructions on conducting observations can be found in the First Step to Success Training Guide (p. 32). 3. Collect rating scale data from the teacher and parent (optional) prior to and following implementation of the program (rating scales on pages 69 and 70 in Training Guide or Screening for Behavior Problems - Stage II -Teacher Questionnaire. 4. Meet with the target student's teacher and parent(s) to identify behaviors the student needs to learn. Obtain parent cooperation. 5. Meet with the target student to explain the program, role-play behaviors to be learned, clarify expectations, and identify possible reinforcers. 6. Meet with the target student's class to explain the program and enlist the cooperation of the other children. 7. Implement the CLASS program days 1-5. During each of these days the First Step Coach will be in the classroom for approximately 30-40 minutes. 8. Call the target student's parents each night during days 1-5. These phone calls should be brief-typically 2-5 minutes. They serve as a check-in and increase accountability of all involved. 9. Consult with the teacher during the remainder of the CLASS program and help problem solve as needed. 10. Facilitate communication between the teacher and parent(s). 11. Implement the homeBase program weeks 1-6. The homeBase program consists of six weekly meetings of approximately 45 minutes with the parent(s). It is estimated that the average time commitment per case will be between 30 and 40 hours, plus initial training.