Encourages uniform levels of professional expertise inSRA methodology

De ning the SRA approachThe theoretical and public health basis for SRAContent of successful SRA programs

Building parent-child connectedness

Building community & school partnerships

The importance of research & program evaluation

Implementing an evidence-based approach

Sexual health data, research, trends & medical accuracy

E ective public messagingApplying an SRA code of ethics to your program

The Ascend Sexual Risk Avoidance Specialist (SRAS) Certifcation Program

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“The context, history, knowledge and research truly equips the SRAS with the necessary tools to

educational program.”

Coming to Lithonia, Georgia, January 14-15, 2016!

Comments from Past Attendees

“SRAS training has truly exceeded my expectations. I have been given extensive information and tools to

public health and sex education.”

Increases the overall quality of school and community sexual health education

Provides seasoned SRA educators with continuing education to assure that they have the most current

for Title V grantees

Successful completion earns the SRAS (Sexual Risk Avoidance Specialist) designation after one’s name to signify professional training. (e.g. Jane Doe, SRAS)

For more information, please contact Viola January at vjanuary@mtciga.org or 404-725-5568

Formerly the National Abstinence Education Association (NAEA)

©Ascend 2016

“Ascend’s SRA training is extremely comprehensive, user-friendly, and up-to-date. This is a must for all SRA presenters and program directors.”

Training Information

Accommodations

Please Note: Once you register, you will need to send a letter of commendation to Christine Eckley

at: ceckley@WeAscend.org. This letter can come from a colleague, or someone else in your network,and needs to briefly state why you are a good candidate for the training and how it will benefit you in the work you do. Upon receipt, Christine Eckley, from Ascend, will send you the link for the pre-courework.

Date and Time:

Rates

January 14 & 15, from 9am to 5pm.Training will be held at Stronghold Christian Church, 724 Rock Chapel Road (Hwy 124) Lithonia, Georgia 30058

Hyatt Place Atlanta-East/Lithonia7900 Mall Place RoadLithonia, Georgia 30038770-484-4384

To register, visit our site

For more information, please contact Viola January at vjanuary@mtciga.org or 404-725-5568

$250 Early Bird Special (Register by November 30)

7850 Stonecrest SquareLithonia, Georgia 30038770-484-0092

Pre-course reading is required. There are 9 modules with quizzes that must be completed prior to the training. Once you register, you will receive further instructions and details.

Registration deadline is December 3, 2015.

LaQuinta1184 Dogwood DriveConyers, Georgia 30012770-918-0092

Observers do not need to complete the pre-coursework nor submit a letter of commendation!

$300 registration fee after November 30, 2015

Light breakfast and afternoon snacks provided

Formerly the National Abstinence Education Association (NAEA)

©Ascend 2016

The Ascend Sexual Risk Avoidance Specialist (SRAS) Certifcation Program

Coming to Lithonia, Georgia, January 14-15, 2016!