Training of Facilitators and Trainers

Training of Facilitators and Trainers is a five-week distance learning event (five sessions – 15 hours total) that is designed to help new trainers and facilitators, as well as those looking to enhance their skills.

This training includes the following course objectives for participant learning:

  • Assess the needs and expectations of an audience.
  • List the conditions which create a positive climate for learning.
  • Identify concepts related to adult learning principles.
  • Identify skills related to facilitating group discussions and process.
  • Create a training plan for site-based and distance training.
  • Describe and demonstrate the skills used in various training techniques.

Upcoming Courses

Participants may choose one of two sessions in 2023. The summer session and fall sessions will both take place on Thursdays. 

Summer 2023

The summer TOFT course will start Thursday, June 15, 2023. The session will be held weekly from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EDT through July 15, 2023.

Fall 2023

The fall TOFT course will start Thursday, October 5, 2023. The session will be held weekly from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EDT through November 2, 2023.

The cost to attend the Training of Facilitators and Trainers course is:

  • NSPN members: $450
  • Non-members (standard fee): $550
 Click here to register.


Registration will close once all seats are filled or on Thursday, June 1, 2023 for the summer session and Thursday, September 21, 2023 for the fall session.