Clearing the Path: Effective Use of Evidence-based Clearinghouses
This course is designed for child welfare workers, educational administrators, prevention specialists, and other professionals dedicated to serving children, youth, and families. Its purpose is to help you effectively use clearinghouses to identify, compare, and select programs that address your community’s needs. By enhancing your ability to assess program credibility, you’ll be empowered to make informed decisions when implementing or recommending evidence-based interventions.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the significance of clearinghouses as they relate to evidence-based programs and the continuum of confidence.
- Navigate clearinghouses effectively.
- Using clearinghouses, identify effective, safe interventions that address your community's need.
Developers
Geneen Burris M.S., Implementation Specialist, Penn State EPIS
Nicole Platz M.S., Implementation Specialist, Penn State EPIS
eCourse Credentialing
Act 48 and Social Work CEUs [PA only] We currently offer continuing education credit for participants in Pennsylvania and are exploring opportunities to expand eligibility to additional states in the future. Penn State is a Pennsylvania Department of Education non-credit Act 48 approved provider. Upon successful completion, participants can earn 1 hour toward fulfilling their Act 48 requirements by participating in this course and completing all activities. Be sure to complete the evaluation at the end of this course and indicate if you seek Act 48 credits in your learner profile. Penn State is proud to partner with the National Association of Social Work, Pennsylvania Chapter to offer Continuing Education Credits. Upon successful completion, participants can apply for 1 hour of credit. Be sure to complete the course evaluation at the end of this course and indicate if you seek Social Work CEUs in your learner profile. Upon course completion, you will receive an email with instructions on how to apply and receive credit.
eCourse Length: 31-60 Minutes
eCourse Level: Introductory
eCourse Type: Full eCourse