The Great Lakes MHTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

DESCRIPTION:

The DBT STEPS-A Implementation Training provides instructors, teachers and school staff familiarity with the DBT STEPS-A curriculum.  This training includes background information on how the DBT STEPS-A curriculum was developed, potential barriers and issues in implementation, solutions for student related challenges, and implementation strategies for teaching lessons. 

The training is designed to establish four basic elements necessary in implementing the DBT STEPS-A curriculum effectively: 

• Background and Development of the DBT STEPS-A curriculum 
• Structure and Implementation Considerations
• Overview and demonstration of DBT STEPS-A lessons 
• Preparation and participant practice of teaching DBT STEPS-A lessons

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

Particpants who fully attend this training will be eligible to receive 16.5 NBCC continuing education hours. Certificates will be sent to qualifying individuals within 2 weeks after the conclusion of the series.