Face Forward: Facilitator Training Program

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Welcome to Face Forward
- Welcome to Face Forward
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Quick-Access Resources
- INSTRUCTIONS: Opening PDFs in presentation mode
- FOR DELIVERY: Facilitator Slides (PDF)
- CHECKLIST: Trauma-Informed Pre-Session Checklist
- Face Forward Facilitator's Manual (PDF)
- Face Forward Participant Workbook (PDF)
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Day 1: Adaptability
- D1-01. Day 1: Introduction
- D1-02. Day 1: Structure
- D1-03. Activity: Signal from noise
- D1-04. Activity: Switch sprint
- D1-05: Activity: Pressure relay
- D1-06: Stretch scenario
- D1-07: Barrier bounce
- D1-08: Strategic stop/go
- Day 1: Quiz
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Day 2: Communication and Collaboration
- D2-01. Day 2: Introduction
- D2-02. Day 2: Structure
- D2-03. Activity: Name it to frame it
- D2-04. Activity: Compassionate communication
- D2-05. Activity: Confidence loop
- D2-06. Activity: Unplanned scenarios
- D2-07. Activity: Ask, don't tell
- D2-08. Activity: Message ripple
- Day 2: Quiz
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Day 3: Creativity and Innovation
- D3-01. Day 3: Introduction
- D3-02. Day 3: Structure
- D3-03. Activity: Unusual details
- D3-04. Activity: Reframe relay
- D3-05. Activity: Emotion access bridge
- D3-06. Activity: Empathy map and pitch
- D3-07. Activity: See it, build it
- D3-08. Activity: Implementation improv
- Day 3: Quiz
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Day 4: Problem Solving
- D4-01. Day 4: Introduction
- D4-02. Day 4: Structure
- D4-03. Activity: Thinking trap detective
- D4-04. Activity: Re-think roundtable
- D4-05. Activity: Fact finder sort
- D4-06. Activity: Reverse It!
- D4-07. Barrier breakers
- D4-08. Pivot point
- Day 4: Quiz
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Workshop Management
- WM-01. How to open a workshop
- WM-02. How to close a workshop
- WM-03. Time management and pacing
- WM-04. Handing group dynamics
- WM-05. Troubleshooting common issues
- Workshop Management: Quiz
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Facilitation Skillset
- FS-01. Instructor presence
- FS-02. Leading discussions
- FS-03. Giving instructions clearly
- FS-04. Running breakout groups
- FS-05. Handing resistance
- FS-06. Navigating silence
- FS-07. Staying on Script vs. Adapting
- FS-08. Handing unexpected learner reactions
- Facilitation Skillset: Quiz
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Emotional Safety
- ES-01: Trauma-informed practice basics
- ES-02: Recognizing activation
- ES-03: Responding to emotional distress
- ES-04: Boundaries and escalation protocol
- Emotional Safety: Quiz
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Debriefing
- DB-01. How to run a debrief
- DB-02. Managing diverse emotional reactions
- DB-03. Turning insights into learning
- Debriefing: Quiz
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Selection and Testing
- ST-01. How to interpret assessments
- ST-02. Selecting modules based on scores
- ST-03. Adjusting for literacy-level complexity
- Selection and Testing: Quiz
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Equity and Inclusion
- EQ-01. Adapting activities for different literacy levels
- EQ-02. Cultural humility and avoiding assumptions
- EQ-03. Universal design considerations
- Equity and Inclusion: Quiz

Face Forward:
Facilitator Training
Program

Prepare to deliver the CLO Face Forward program with confidence. Master facilitation techniques, assessment strategies, and create engaging, inclusive learning environments for adult learners.

Course curriculum

Welcome to Face Forward

Quick-Access Resources

Day 1: Adaptability

Day 2: Communication and Collaboration

Day 3: Creativity and Innovation

Day 4: Problem Solving

Workshop Management

Facilitation Skillset

Emotional Safety

Debriefing

Selection and Testing

Equity and Inclusion