LENA Start Training

 

Follow the steps below to learn everything you need for LENA Start.

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1. Complete online courses.

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2. Register for and attend live training.

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3. Ready for LENA Start!

Training is required for both program managers and coordinators. Courses for  are listed below. Please complete the appropriate lessons based your expected involvement in LENA Start as either a program manager or coordinator. Online courses may also be shared directly with others in your organization or revisited anytime.

Program manager: a person who plans and manages how LENA Start is implemented in your community.

Coordinator: a person who directly supports participating families by leading LENA Start parent groups and completing weekly administrative responsibilities. 


1. Complete online courses.

Begin your LENA Start journey! Learn at your own pace to build foundational knowledge and understanding of the LENA Start program.

These courses are required before attending LENA Start Live. Consider registering for LENA Start Live now and complete these courses closer to the live training date.

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1. Introduction to LENA Start


24 minutes
Program manager/Coordinator

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2. Planning for LENA Start


30 minutes
Program manager/Coordinator optional

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3. LENA Start Recruitment


56 minutes
Program manager/Coordinator optional

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4. LENA Start for Coordinators


50 minutes
Program manager/Coordinator

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5. LENA Start: Virtual Sessions


12 minutes
Program manager/Coordinator Complete if planning to deliver the program virtually.

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6. How to Use LENA Start Technology


15 minutes
Program manager/Coordinator


2. Register for and attend LENA Start Live.

This live training (via Zoom), provides more in-depth exploration into data, reports, and sequence logistics while connecting with other professionals from LENA Start organizations nationwide.

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  1. Register for a date that is (ideally) at least one month prior to beginning your first LENA Start group.
  2. Online courses must be completed before attending.
  3. Register each participant separately  to receive training links and information. 

3 hours
Program manager / Coordinator

January 15, 2025, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. ET
February 11, 2025, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. ET
March 12, 2025, 1-4 p.m. ET

April 23, 2025, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. ET
May 14, 2025, 1-4 p.m. ET


3. Ready for LENA Start!

We are so happy you are a part of our LENA community — we can't wait to see how you, your kids, and your families grow!