Specialized training is available for certified G.R.E.A.T. officers who are interested
in delivering the G.R.E.A.T. Families component in their communities. This intensive
training will prepare lead facilitators to plan, organize, and conduct the G.R.E.A.T.
Families program in their communities. Certified lead facilitators are authorized
to train their own cofacilitation teams. Cofacilitators can include teachers, youth
counselors, members of the faith community, parents, or other qualified adults who
are committed to working with families.
The G.R.E.A.T. Families Training (GFT) is a two-day, 16-hour class. Only certified
G.R.E.A.T. officers are eligible to attend GFT classes. See the
GFT Training Schedule for a list of current training opportunities and the
G.R.E.A.T. Families Training Application
to apply for training.
If an officer is G.R.E.A.T.-certified but has not taught in the classroom during
the past three (3) school years, it is recommended that he/she attend a regular
40-hour G.R.E.A.T. Officer Training (GOT) class prior to enrolling in the GFT. Click
here to access the GOT Training Schedule and
GOT Officer Training for information on GOT training and
the training schedule.