Day One:  Morning - 9:00AM

Module One:  Introduction
 Introduction
 Purpose of TOT- Parenting IS Prevention Overview
 Review of Agenda
 Expectations
 Norms
 Parenting in the 1990s - Interactional Exercise

Module Two:  Prevention and Parenting Theory and Research

Prevention Background
Definition of Prevention
Institute of Medicine Continuum Model
Six Strategies

Research on the Influence of Family on Adolescent Drug-Taking Behavior
Research Review - Mini Lecture and Transparencies

Cultural Issues for Substance Abuse Prevention and Parenting
Parenting Differences and Similarities Across Cultures
 

Day One:  Afternoon - 1:00PM

Module Three:  Parenting Programming Types and Strategies

Types of Parenting Programming
Large Group:  Wagon Wheel Exercise
Review of Types of Programming
Key Elements of Good Parenting Programs

How to Choose Effective Parenting Programs

Day Two:  Morning - 9:00AM

Module Four:  Starting and Maintaining Parent Programs

Getting Parents Involved to Participate in Training and Other Activities
Targeting Issues, Supporters and Opponents
Organizing Parent Supporters and Organizations
Organizing Parent Organizations
Mobilization of the Larger Community
Barriers to Parents' Participation in Parenting Organizations
Model of Group Development
Retaining Parents' Involvement in Parenting Education

Day Two:  Afternoon - 1:00PM

Module Five:  Parenting Resource Development and Evaluation Issues

Resource Development Through Networking
How to Find Resources to Support Parent Training and Other Community Prevention Efforts

Evaluation of Parenting Programs
Definition
Three Types of Evaluation
Evaluation Tools

Module Six: Next Steps in Developing Parenting Programs
Next Steps
Conclusion Day Three:

9:00 AM    Welcome to Day Three
Overview of Activities

10:30 AM    Introduction to the Experiential Learning Model
Training Design and Format
Learning Opportunities and Cycles

9:45 AM    Skills Needed to Deliver this Course
Small Group Activity
Large Group Discussion

10:30 AM    Consideration for Preparation and Delivery
Small Group Discussion

11:00 AM    Issues of Delivery
Small Group Discussion

LUNCH –
12:00 Noon (30 Minutes)

12:30 PM    Teach-backs
Large Group Presentation
Dialogue Session: Presentation and Delivery

3:30 PM    Small Group Individual Feedback
Presentation Feedback & Discussion
Next Steps

4:00 PM    Large Group Dialogue
Trainer Readiness
Consultation with Trainers

4:30 PM    Evaluation

5:00 PM     Closure