The Active Implementation Specialist® Course

Begin your journey by leveraging evidence-based strategies.

Our asynchronous learning course is for anyone who is ready to take the next right step toward becoming a change leader, leveraging the best available evidence related to the practice and science of implementation. Begin your journey by building an implementation toolkit that produces measurable results.

This course includes 92 lessons and 6 hours of video content to supplement your reading of Implementation Practice & Science.

Implementation Specialist taking online course.
What you’ll gain…
  • Foundational knowledge
    Learn the core principles of implementation science and the Active Implementation Frameworks™.
  • Practical applications
    Get opportunities to extend your learning into your work through applied exercises at the end of each module.
  • Course certificate
    Upon completion, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion.

Asynchronous course highlights:

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Self-Paced and Interactive
Flexible modules, exercises, and quizzes to suit your schedule.

Active Implementation Frameworks

Expert Instruction
Learn directly from Dean Fixsen about the AIF and build on your knowledge from Implementation Science and Practice.

Active Implementation Specialist Course

Materials
An e-book copy of Implementation Practice and Science is included in your course materials. (Spanish translation is available upon request.)

We invite you to register for the course or contact us with questions!

Needs-based scholarships are available. Please reach out to implement@airn.org for more information.

Team-based learning option

Is this the right time for you and your team to learn more about implementation?

The Active Implementation Specialist® course can also be taken as a team-based learning program for Implementation Teams and Implementation Specialists, with AIRN staff facilitating weekly discussions to apply your learning in real time.

This learning program can happen with a team or teams from one organization or with teams from more than one organization, with a limited number of attendees (typically 9 to 15). This format brings together diverse perspectives in guided group sessions to tackle real-world implementation challenges.

Implementation Team taking online course.
What you’ll gain from a team-based learning program…
  • Collaborative learning
    Work alongside peers in small-group consultations to apply the Frameworks to your specific context.
  • Problem-solving skills
    Develop strategies for overcoming implementation barriers with expert guidance.
  • Course Certificate
    Upon completion, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion.

Team-based course highlights:

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Interactive Group Sessions
Engage with fellow practitioners in facilitated problem-solving meetings.

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Expert Consultation
Receive insights from experienced consultants who offer practice-based guidance.

Active Implementation Specialist Course

Materials
An e-book copy of Implementation Practice and Science is included in your course materials. (Spanish translation is available upon request.)

Contact us to discuss the specifics of your organizational needs, change effort, and timeline.

Needs-based scholarships are available. Please reach out to implement@airn.org for more information.