Building Logic Models

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Overview

"Building Logic Models" expands on the knowledge and skills learned in "Introduction to Logic Models." In this training program, learners will build a logic model based on a scenario – ranging from simple to complex. Participants must correctly identify the components in the scenario that belong in the program’s logic model and enter those components into the appropriate place in the logic model framework.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this training program, students should be able to:

  • Construct a public health program logic model based on given program information

Council on Linkages Core Competencies

  • 2A6 – Participates in program planning processes
  • 2A8 – Identified mechanisms to monitor and evaluate programs for the effectiveness and quality
  • 2B7 – Develops plans to implement policies and programs
  • 2B9 – Develops mechanisms to monitor and evaluate programs for their effectiveness and quality
  • 2C8 – Implements plans and programs with consistent policies
  • 2C10 – Critiques mechanisms to evaluate programs for their effectiveness and quality

Who should take this course?

This program is ideal for those interested in practicing and enhancing logic model building skills, as a part of designing and/or evaluating a program.

Prerequisites

Through prior training or experience, participants are expected to have some background knowledge of the following topics:

  • Logic Models
  • Program Development & Evaluation
  • Evaluating a Public Health Program

For those without this background, it is recommended that you complete the following training before beginning this program: Introduction to Logic Models , Program Development & Evaluation , and Evaluating a Public Health Program.

Continuing Education Credits

0.5 CPH credit. The New York City-Long Island-Lower Tri-County Public Health Training Center is a NBPHE pre-approved provider of CPH continuing education credits.  0.5 CPH CE will be awarded for participation in this activity.

Estimated time to complete

10 - 30 minutes, depending on the number of scenarios completed

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