Salvation Army ALM Division Hosts Multi-Division Train-the-Trainer Class
Thad Hicks | thad_hicks@uss.salvationarmy.org
Jackson, MS (January 10, 2014) - Representatives from multiple Salvation Army divisions are gathering in Jackson MS this weekend. The meeting is designed to train these representatives to become Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Service Trainers. Individuals from Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama will spend Friday and Saturday in deep study as they learn how to properly teach The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services training course load.
As the footprint of The Salvation Army continues to grow within the emergency and disaster management fields, an effective method for teaching others is imperative. The Salvation Army is blessed with wonderful curriculum and the proper sharing of this material is vital. The Salvation Army takes its work very seriously, and requires anyone who wants to train their disaster workers to go through a Train the Trainer course. This course stresses current teaching techniques, as well as how to facilitate an effective learning environment. In addition, the class actually requires everyone to “practice” their teaching. No one leaves the course without showing the instructor that they have what it takes to carry these materials out into the field, and share them successfully. ALM Divisional Disaster Director, Thad Hicks added, “Great instructors help create great students. Research shows that an inspiring and informed instructor is one of the most important factors influencing success, so it is critical to pay close attention to those we have delivering our training.”
The Salvation Army trains constantly. For more information on the training program in your area, and for information on attending one of the classes check us out at: http://disaster.salvationarmyusa.org
About The Salvation ArmyThe Salvation Army annually helps more than 30 million Americans overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships through a range of social services. By providing food for the hungry, emergency relief for disaster survivors, rehabilitation for those suffering from drug and alcohol abuse, and clothing and shelter for people in need, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at 7,600 centers of operation around the country. In the first-ever listing of “America’s Favorite Charities” by The Chronicle of Philanthropy, The Salvation Army ranked as the country’s largest privately funded, direct-service nonprofit. For more information, visit www.SalvationArmyUSA.org. Follow us on Twitter @SalvationArmyUS and #DoingTheMostGood.