T-TAP Course Series Train the Trainer
Below you will find information on our T-TAP Course Series Train the Trainer . On this page is event information, who the series is for, and FAQs you may have.
T-TAP Course Series Train the Trainer Information
The T-TAP Course Series Train the Trainer will be a three-day event, featuring one in-person day and two virtual sessions. The cost of the training is $20 and will be limited to 50 attendees. If you are interested in attending, you must attend all three days.
About the Event
Registration is now open! Registration will run until Wednesday, August 16th. CLICK HERE to register!
When? The T-TAP Course Series Train the Trainer will be a three-day event. The in-person day will be Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 am until 3:30 pm, with registration starting at 8:30 am. The two virtual days will be Wednesday, September 6, and Wednesday, September 13 from 9 am until noon.
Where? The in-person event on Wednesday, August 30 will be held at Mid-State Technical College, Community Engagement Room (CER 634/635) in Stevens Point. The virtual sessions will be held via Microsoft Teams.
Who? The T-TAP Course Series Train the Trainer is for anyone looking to become a T-TAP Course Series instructor. To become a T-TAP course series instructor, you must:
- Have experience as an adult educator/trainer providing a minimum of 200 hours of Tier level training
- Be a Registry Level 13 or higher
- Have successfully completed the T-TAP Course Series as a participant
- Hold a current Tier 3 Trainer Endorsement in the Wisconsin Registry
- Be proficient in creating and presenting your own training content
- Have the Language Endorsement if proficient in a second language and are planning on training in your second language
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does T-TAP stand for?
T-TAP stands for Trainer - Technical Assistance Professional. Visit this page for an overview on Trainers and Technical Assistance Professionals in the Wisconsin Registry system.
Who is the T-TAP Course Series Train the Trainer event for?
This training event is for individuals who will train the T-TAP Course Series to others.
I want to become a Tiered Trainer or Technical Assistance Professional. Should I attend this event?
No. This event is for individuals who commit to being an instructor of the revised T-TAP course series and offering this training to others. To attend this event you must already be a Tier 3 Trainer and meet the other qualifications to be an instructor of this content.
What are the instructor qualifications for training the T-TAP Course Series?
To qualify to become a T-TAP Course Series instructor:
- Have experience as an adult educator/trainer providing a minimum of 200 hours of Tier level training
- Be a Registry Level 13 or higher
- Have successfully completed the T-TAP course series as a participant. This can be any version of the T-TAP Course Series, but the revised 2023 T-TAP Course Series is highly recommended.
- Hold a current Tier 3 Trainer Endorsement in the Wisconsin Registry.
- Be proficient in creating a presenting your own training content.
- If you are planning a training in a language other than English, have the Language Endorsement specific to that language.
Where can I find out more information about the T-TAP Course Series?
For more information about the T-TAP course series, please visit this website:
What is the format of the Train the Trainer event?
The first day is a full day in-person session, with no virtual option. The remaining two days are offered virtually in half-day sessions.
Will I be given all the materials necessary to present the T-TAP Course Series?
No. The T-TAP Course Series Train the Trainer materials are a guiding framework and supporting documents. You will need to develop your own courses using high quality adult learning principles, maintaining fidelity to the course requirements. You will need to develop your own course outlines/instructional plan and presentation materials such as PowerPoints.
What is the cost for the T-TAP Course Series Train the Trainer event?
The cost for the Train the Trainer event is $20 and includes both the in-person and virtual sessions.
Do I need to commit to all three dates?
Yes. To be an instructor of the T-TAP Course Series, you will need to attend all three sessions.
Will the T-TAP Course Series Train the Trainer be offered again?
Yes. However, future offerings will depend on demand. There is no guarantee that the cost and Train the Trainer format will remain the same.
How often will I need to offer the T-TAP Course Series as an instructor after attending this event?
You will need to offer the T-TAP Course Series as an instructor every two years or you will lose your T-TAP course series instructor status and need to attend another Train the Trainer event.
What if I only want to offer the Foundations and Trainer courses, but not the Technical Assistance course. Do I still need to attend all three Train the Trainer sessions?
Yes. Even if you only plan to offer two of the courses, it is important for you to be familiar with the content of the third course to avoid overlap of content.