PLANNING FOR A TRAINING COURSE

1. 1 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course PLANNING FOR A TRAINING COURSE

2. 2 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course CHAPTER OBJECTIVE After completing this Chapter, the participant will be able to plan a clinical training course This will be a very gross objective , so to achieve this objective we need to have some strategy which will be described as the enabling objectives.This will be a very gross objective , so to achieve this objective we need to have some strategy which will be described as the enabling objectives.

3. 3 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course ENABLING OBJECTIVES Consider general planning issues Ensure appropriate participant selection Review the required course materials Select and make arrangements for the classroom Select and make arrangements for the practical session (clinic, station�)

4. 4 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course GENERAL PLANNING ISSUES #1 Begin at least 6 months before the course Number of participants Adequate space for classroom and clinical activities

5. 5 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course GENERAL PLANNING ISSUES #2 Learning materials, including whether they will require adaptation Any supplemental written materials for the learning activities Supplies and equipment

6. 6 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course ADMINISTRATIVE ARRANGEMENTS Scheduling classroom and clinic site(s) and informing appropriate staff Confirming financial support (travel, per diem) Making housing and transportation arrangements Providing information to participants in advance Obtaining learning materials, equipment and supplies

7. 7 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course CLINICAL SKILLS COURSE PARTICIPANTS Professionals working on PMTCT services Interest in providing the service Institution should be capable of offering the service Participants have the support of their supervisors Two individuals from each site should attend training, when appropriate

8. 8 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course LEARNING PACKAGE A content-specific Training Manual Participant�s Course Handbook Trainer�s Course Notebook Anatomic Models Audiovisual or other Learning Aids

9. 9 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course REASONS FOR ADAPTING COURSEWARE #1 Number of course days available has changed Number of participants changes significantly New information or skills need to be added to a course Clients are available only at specific times

10. 10 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course REASONS FOR ADAPTING COURSEWARE #2 Specific types of clients are available only at specific times Results of the pre-course questionnaire or pre-course skill assessment indicate a need for a change Participants must finish early each day because of organizational or institutional commitments

11. 11 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course CLASSROOM LOCATION Close to, or in the same building as, the clinic where the clinical portion of training will be held In a hotel where the participants are staying

12. 12 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course CLASSROOM LOGISTICS #1 This course is the only event scheduled in the room The space is large enough for the number of participants Tables arranged in a U-shape or other appropriate formation A table where the trainers can place their course materials

13. 13 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course CLASSROOM LOGISTICS #2 Space for audiovisual equipment Space for participants to work in small groups Space to set up simulated clinics Breakout rooms for small group work Room is properly heated or cooled and ventilated

14. 14 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course CLASSROOM LOGISTICS #3 Adequate electric power Toilet facilities which are adequately maintained Telephones are accessible Furniture such as tables, chairs and desks is available

15. 15 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course CLASSROOM LOGISTICS #4 There is a writing board with chalk or flipcharts and marking pens Lighting is adequate Audiovisual equipment in working order A video camera is available if possible (for a clinical training skills course)

16. 16 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course ADDITIONAL COURSE LOGISTICS Plan for morning and afternoon breaks Plan for meals Set up the room on the day before the course begins

17. 17 Clinical Training Skills - Planning for a Training Course CLINICAL TRAINING SITE SELECTION Adequate client caseload Adequate space Adequate supplies Appropriate service provision practices Sites similar to where the participants work Staff who are receptive to having the participants