Help Topic: TEACHER TRAINING

  1. What are the objectives of Project ALERT teacher training?

    The primary purpose of the Project ALERT training is to learn how to teach Project ALERT with fidelity in the classroom. The main objectives of the training are:

    • to help you understand the content and processes around which Project ALERT is based;
    • to model and practice key activities in the curriculum;
    • to encourage fidelity when using Project ALERT; and
    • to increase your confidence in teaching the curriculum.

  2. Which educators should be trained?

    Project ALERT training is intended for middle school core teachers, SAP advisors, science, health and PE teachers, school counselors, school nurses, and anyone else who directly implements the curriculum in the classroom or who has oversight responsibility.

    Since Project ALERT spans two grade levels, it is important to train teachers delivering the core lessons as well as those who will be delivering the booster lessons.

  3. What training options are available?

    Project ALERT training is available online. Custom workshops can also be organized for school districts with groups of 25 or more. Educators may select the training format that best meets their needs and learning style. Training online offers 24-hour a-day flexibility, self-paced instruction, and cost efficiency (no travel or substitute teacher fees). One-day training workshops give educators the opportunity to interact "in-person" with an expert Project ALERT Trainer and fellow workshop attendees.

  4. Who conducts the “in-person” Project ALERT workshops?

    Project ALERT trainers are located regionally throughout the United States. Each of these highly qualified individuals has received extensive training in the Project ALERT curriculum, its research underpinnings and effective classroom strategies.