Welcome
Facilitator Training Curriculum is designed to equip facilitators with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to guide individuals and groups through the process. This curriculum emphasizes personal wellness, empowerment, and recovery, ensuring facilitators can support participants effectively.
The training has two learning modules:
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Training Modules: MsWord.doc
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Training Modules: MS PowerPoints
It is suggested that you study each modules.
Training Modules
1. Introduction to WRAP
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The Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) was developed in 1997 by Mary Ellen Copeland, a mental health advocate and educator, in response to the needs expressed by individuals living with mental health challenges.
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WRAP is recognized as an evidence-based practice, supported by research demonstrating its effectiveness in improving participants' quality of life, reducing psychiatric symptoms, and fostering hope.
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At the core of WRAP are values and ethics that guide its use, ensuring it is a safe, respectful, and empowering tool for all individuals on their wellness journey.
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Training is designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead groups and workshops.
This comprehensive training covers the principles of facilitation techniques, and strategies for creating a supportive and empowering environment.
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WRAP is a self-designed prevention and wellness process that anyone can use to get well, stay well, and make their life the way they want it to be. Initially created by Mary Ellen Copeland and a group of people who had experienced mental health difficulties, WRAP has grown into a widely recognized approach to personal recovery and well-being.
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Facilitator Training Curriculum is designed to equip facilitators with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to guide individuals and groups through the WRAP process. This curriculum emphasizes personal wellness, empowerment, and recovery, ensuring facilitators can support participants effectively.
2. Facilitation Skills
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Successful groups rely on skilled facilitators who foster a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment for participants. This guide outlines essential facilitation skills and best practices to ensure positive outcomes and meaningful engagement.
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As a facilitator mastering active listening and effective communication is essential for supporting participants and fostering a safe, respectful environment. Active listening involves fully focusing on the speaker, acknowledging their feelings, and responding without judgment.
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As a WRAP facilitator, one of your key roles is to foster group cohesion and effectively manage group dynamics. Building a sense of unity among participants encourages open communication, mutual respect, and shared learning. Begin by setting clear guidelines and expectations, ensuring everyone feels heard and valued within the group.
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Active listening is a fundamental component of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) because it fosters trust, understanding, and meaningful connections between individuals and their support networks.
3. WRAP Components
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The Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) is a structured system designed to support individuals in managing their mental health and wellness.
In Washington, DC, WRAP has been implemented to empower community members by providing practical tools and strategies for recovery and self-management.
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Complete Process
A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Your Personal WRAP.doc
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4. Creating a Safe Space
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5. Self-Advocacy & Empowerment
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6. Practical Facilitation
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