Become aStrengthening Families Program for Parents and Youth 10-14

Trainer

  • Would you like to make a difference in the life of a child?

a parent?

a family?

  • Are you able to give seven evenings of your time and talent?

If so, YOU are invited to become a trained facilitator for the Strengthening Families Program for Parents and Youth 10-14.

The researched based federally designated model program, The Strengthening FamiliesProgram: For Parents and Youth 10-14 (SFP 10-14) is a parent, youth and family skills-building curriculum designed to:

  • Prevent teen substance abuse and other behavior problems.
  • Strengthen parenting skills.
  • Build family strengths.

The program is delivered with seven sessions for parents, youth and families using realistic videos, role-playing, discussions, learning games and family projects. SFP 10-14 is also available in Spanish.

The 15 hour training offers instruction on implementing the SFP 10-14, delivered within parent, youth, and family sessions. Family sessions are highly interactive and include role-playing, discussion, learning games, and family projects designed to improve parenting skills, build life skills in youth and strengthen family bonds. The $75 training fee helps cover the cost of training, food and beverages.

The Facilitator training will be held at: Enter Location of Training. The training dates are:

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To register for the SPF 10-14 training, please complete the registration form and return it with your $75 fee (checks made payable toEnter Name of Host County UW Extension) to:

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Registration deadline isEnter Date.

The Strengthening Families Program for Parents and Youth 10-14 (SFP 10-14)

What you need to know about becoming a trained facilitator and a team teacher!

Time Commitment:

  • Commitment to the facilitator training to be heldenter dates and times. Food and beverages will be provided.
  • Facilitate the SFP 10-14 at least once a year.

Support Provided:

  • The University of Wisconsin-Extension Strengthening Family Program team of trained facilitators provides the training and Iowa State University.
  • Host Sitewill provide support to SFP 10-14 teams of trained facilitators.
  • Training will be deliver in Spanish Language(Add if applicable)

Qualifications:

  • Successful completion of the SFP 10-14 facilitator training.
  • Pass a criminal background check through the Department of Justice.
  • An interest in helping parents and youth through an educational program.
  • Ability to follow the SFP 10-14 structure as presented in the facilitator training.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality for the parent group.

Specific Responsibilities after Training:

  • Facilitate the SFP 10-14 at least once per year.
  • Make arrangements for SFP 10-14 programs (times, dates, location, child care, etc.).
  • Recruit parents to participate in the SFP 10-14 workshop series.
  • Publicize the SFP 10-14 workshop series (posters, church bulletins, newspapers, radio, etc.).
  • Complete an evaluation and share the results with UW-Extension.

To learn more about SFP 10-14, visit the Website at or contact: Host’s Name at Host’s Phone Number and/or Email.

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University of Wisconsin-Extension, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Wisconsin Counties cooperating.

UW-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA.

TheStrengthening Families Program
for Parents and Youth 10-14

Facilitator Registration Form

NAME Last: ______First: ______MI: ______

ADDRESS: ______

CITY: ______STATE: ______ZIP: ______

TELEPHONE Home: ______Work: ______

Email Address: ______

Why would you like to become a Strengthening Families Program Facilitator? ______

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For Department of Justice background check:

Birth Date: ______/ ______/ ______

Other Names you have used (including Maiden and Nickname): ______
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Have you been a Wisconsin Resident for the past three years? YES ____ NO ____

Please return registration form by July 22 to:

Enter Name and Title and contact Information of Host

Enter Host Site Location and Address

Please make your $75 registration fee check payable to: Host County UW Extension

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University of Wisconsin-Extension, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Wisconsin Counties cooperating.

UW-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA.