AF-CBT Training Model

Training Model as of January 26, 2023

LEARNING COMMUNITY: INTENSIVE SKILLS-TRAINING

1. Basic Training workshop/experiential seminar on the use of AF-CBT (16 hours in-person or remote)
2. Advanced Training workshop, 6 months later (2 hours in-person or remote)
3. Case consultation calls with trainer (12-18 calls in 6-12 months) with 2 case presentations by each trainee
4. Fidelity monitoring feedback based on trainer reviews of digital audio files uploaded by each trainee to our secure website (2 files submitted/trainee).
5. Online access to the trainer for Q&A and to website for updated materials, staff support for online infrastructure and conference call system
6. OPTIONAL: Supervisor-only calls to promote AF-CBT supervision and use (4-6 calls)

PERFORMANCE REVIEW (at end of training)

1. Completion of post-training survey and agency metrics.
2. Review of staff eligibility for Clinician Certification program with trainer
3. Program data summary of trainee and agency metrics evaluation (follow-up)

NOTE

1. Interested clinicians who meet initial eligibility criteria after training can apply to be  considered for the voluntary AF-CBT Clinician Certification program.  For information on requirements and costs, see the Certification page.
2. All trainer travel costs are an additional expense (e.g., transportation, lodging, meals, etc.).  

OPTIONAL SUPERVISOR/LEADERSHIP TRAINING (for supervisors & program manager only):

Year 2: Personalized Training/Consultation in AF-CBT Supervision Skills

1. Advanced supervisor training: Brief discussions/seminars to promote ongoing supervisory competence in and program sustainability of AF-CBT
2. Supervisor consultation calls: Individual phone calls, as needed
3. “Ask the Trainer” electronic message board and e-mail contact: Access to AF-CBT treatment team via the website and to the trainer via e-mail.