Description
The purpose of this introductory course is to explain the concept of Implementation Science and to show how implementation science bridges the gap between prevention science and practice, informing and improving program quality, delivery, and impact. This course will demonstrate the importance of the relationship between what we know (science) and what we do (practice).
Learning Objectives
Real-World Application
This course helps learners improve how programs are put into practice by translating research into everyday action. Learners can use implementation science to select stronger evidence-based programs, assess program fit, identify barriers to success, support staff readiness, monitor fidelity, and make improvements during rollout, leading to better outcomes in schools, community organizations, prevention programs, and youth-serving systems.
Developers
Geneen Burris MS, Implementation Specialist, Penn State EPIS
Heather Roberts, Implementation Specialist, Penn State EPIS
Jordan Joyce MPS, Implementation Specialist, Penn State EPIS
Mary Ann Demi MS, Implementation Specialist, Penn State EPIS
Continuing Education
- Earn a certificate upon completion and submit it to your employer for continuing education credit.
- Pennsylvania educators earn Act 48 credits by completing this course.
- The PLP team is currently exploring additional opportunities to expand continuing education credit eligibility within Pennsylvania and to other states in the future.
What Learners are Saying
Learners shared that they plan to apply this knowledge to make more informed, evidence-based decisions when selecting, implementing, and improving programs and interventions across a variety of settings. Many noted that the course strengthened their ability to evaluate program effectiveness, consider research when making decisions, improve teaching and training strategies, support treatment planning and referrals, and provide stronger assistance to colleagues and service providers.
