Training Cadre Resource Tool
Trainer Observation Form
Instructions: Use this form as a starting point for your development efforts. Customize this form, adding relevant information as appropriate or
removing information that does not apply to your situation.
Observer Instructions: Attach a copy of the training agenda and highlight the agenda items you observed. If observing a team, use the initials of
the trainer you are observing to indicate individual observed.
Trainer(s): [INSERT TRAINER NAME] Observer: [INSERT OBSERVER NAME]
Curriculum/Program: [INSERT PROGRAM NAME] Date: [INSERT DATE] Time: [INSERT TIME]
Non-Negotiable — Introductory Elements
Instruction Inclusion Observations
Introduces her/himself and participants ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Provides icebreaker/warm-up activity ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Reviews and/or provides logistical information ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Reviews goals and objectives for training ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
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funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Instruction Inclusion Observations
Reviews the training agenda ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Develops and posts group norms ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Solicits and posts participant expectations ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Non-Negotiable — Body
Instruction Inclusion Observations
Provides the rationale for the curriculum— ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
theory/research base
Provides an orientation to topic and curriculum manual, ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
including updated content information
Provides skill-building sessions focused on the teaching ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
methods employed in the curriculum
Developed by or adapted from RMC Health Professional Development Partnership,
funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Instruction Inclusion Observations
Facilitates a practice-teach session where participants ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
teach curriculum lessons that focus on skills-
development:
Modeling by trainer
Prep time for participants
Dyad, triad, or small-group practice
Feedback beginning with self-reflection
Non-Negotiable — Closing Elements
Instruction Inclusion Observations
Facilitates a processing discussion ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Provides closure ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Administers the written evaluation (on last day of ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
training)
Provides time for implementation (action) planning ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Developed by or adapted from RMC Health Professional Development Partnership,
funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Areas of Competency
Instruction Inclusion Observations
Demonstrates knowledge about the subject matter ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Models a variety of teaching strategies/techniques ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Demonstrates ability to address specific ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
questions/concerns
Honors individual learning styles ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Draws on group resources and ideas ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Advocates for: ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Children and youth
Health education
Creates an effective, functional learning environment ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Integrates appropriate technology ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Finds ways for learners to be successful ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
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funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Instruction Inclusion Observations
Acknowledges participants’ success ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Provides regular opportunities for participant reflection ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
and self-assessment
Promotes the use and value of meaningful assessment ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Examines and reflects on her/his own attitudes and ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
behavior regarding diversity
Is flexible, tolerant, and fair ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Values different points of view ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Involves all learners ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Diplomatically handles sensitive situations ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Allows for participation ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Functions as an effective member of the training team ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
(if applicable)
Developed by or adapted from RMC Health Professional Development Partnership,
funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Instruction Inclusion Observations
Demonstrates a commitment to the mission and values ☐Yes ☐No ☐ N/A
Observer Comments:
[INSERT COMMENTS]
Areas of Concern/Recommendations:
[INSERT COMMENTS]
Commendations:
[INSERT COMMENTS]
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funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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