During this online self-study training, participants will be provided with an in-depth overview of the principles and practices that are essential for successfully evaluating injury and violence prevention (IVP) programs and policies.

There are five modules, which are designed to help participants learn key concepts, skills, and strategies for evaluating IVP programs and policies.  They include:

— Understanding the Importance of Evaluation

— Key Elements of Program and Policy Evaluation

— Program vs. Policy Evaluation: Similarities and Differences

— Getting Started with an Evaluation

— Applying Key Elements to an Evaluation

The self-study training is a joint initiative of the Safe States Alliance and the American Public Health Association (APHA).  Funding for the self-study training was provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC).

Continuing education credits are offered for this training for Safe States members. These include credits for individuals who are Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and Certified in Public Health (CPH).