Evidence-Based Intervention
Nurturing Families Certified Trainers prepare professionals to become Facilitators of the Nurturing Families™ 2nd Edition program. Certified Trainers lead facilitator trainings, provide consultation and coaching, and may conduct agency, statewide, or national workshops and conferences.Â
To maintain active certification, all trainings and workshops must be documented and submitted to the Nurturing Families Center.Â
Observe an 18-hour Facilitator Training led by an experienced Certified Trainer
Purchase the required Trainer Packet
Complete 6–10 hours of individualized training and coaching
Your first two trainings must be conducted within your organization
Your Certified Trainer will provide consultation and support during this phase
To remain an active Certified Trainer, the following requirements must be met throughout the year:
Conduct support groups for Nurturing Families alumni
Promote programs on the Nurturing Families Center website and social media
Conduct at least two (2) 18-hour Facilitator Certification Trainings annually
Conduct fidelity booster sessions as needed
Promote the implementation of the Nurturing Families program
Keep contact information current on the Nurturing Families Center website
Ensure Facilitators are official affiliates of the Nurturing Families Center
Visit the Nurturing Families Center website regularly
Adhere to all material copyright requirements
Monitor program fidelity and adaptations
Attend three (3) Trainer networking meetings
Attend the Recertification Conference every November
Recertify all Facilitators between December and February
Conduct two (2) Nurturing Families Facilitator Trainings
Ensure participants purchase required Nurturing Families manuals prior to training
Provide ongoing coaching and consultation to support fidelity implementation
