Program Implementation Toolkit

When you implement a program with quality, the chances of long-term success increase. What does that look like? In this informational sheet, we outline the basics of quality implementation—each stage and how to execute it. We’ve also included examples of successful implementation frameworks.
Implementation Frameworks and Models

Need to start recruiting program participants, but not sure where to begin? We’ve identified a variety of recruitment strategies that can be tailored to your specific target population.
Recruitment Strategies for Evidence-Based Programs

You have worked hard to recruit participants. Now how do you keep them? Communication, convenience, and appreciation are the best methods of retention. This informational document will give you a breakdown of how to use all three methods. We include practical examples that you can use today!
Participant Retention StrategiesReference List: Participant Retention Strategies

Understanding how to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and evidence-informed programs is important to success. Here, we provide guidance and strategies on how to deliver a program with fidelity.
Understanding Fidelity

Fidelity refers to implementing a program with adherence to the program model that was designed by the developer. Why does fidelity matter? A number of research studies have clearly linked program fidelity with positive program outcomes. This tool is designed to help you improve the quality of your program by increasing program fidelity.
Maintaining Fidelity Checklist

Not sure whether the program you are delivering is ready to be evaluated? Several areas need to be considered—such as an organization’s culture and climate and the adequacy of a program’s design—before it is determined if a program can be evaluated. Use this checklist to assist you as you determine the strengths and weaknesses of a program and the organization before entering the evaluation process.
Program Evaluability Assessment Checklist

When planning for an evaluation, it is important to consider the purpose of the evaluation. Understanding the goals of your evaluation will help to determine which type of evaluation will best fit your needs and guide your evaluation plan with your evaluation team. Here we describe the difference between a process and outcome evaluation.
Preparing for a Program Evaluation

Do you need assistance in planning for a program evaluation? Use this worksheet to prepare for an evaluation and generate dialogue among members of your evaluation team as you formulate your evaluation plan.
Evaluation Planning Worksheet

There are a number of resources available that can assist professionals with navigating the evaluation process. Here, we list resources that are designed to assist you in preparing for and conducting a program evaluation.
Program Evaluation Resources and Tools