About BEST: How to Become Involved

Programs interested in participating in BEST training may select one or more of the following options. 

Option One: Purchase a Module or Modules

Programs may purchase copies of the modules from the BEST Project.  It is recommended that each team member have his/her own copy.

Cost:           $85 per module

Contact:      Jennifer Olson or Laurie Danahy
                    BEST Project, CDHD
                    129 West Third St.
                    Moscow, Idaho  83843
                    Phone: 208.885.3514
                    E-mail: jenn@uidaho.edu or ldanahy@uidaho.edu
 

Option Two:  Receive Consultation/Support from BEST Project

Programs that purchase copies of the BEST modules can request consultation services and support from the BEST Project.  Project staff can supply pre/post/follow-up evaluations and summaries; assignment review and management; e-mail, phone and/or written consultation; and/or program visits/workshops.  College credit may be arranged and is usually offered on a fee per student basis.   Please Note: The following costs are estimates only.  Actual costs are negotiated with each program to ensure the appropriate level and quality of service.  Please contact a BEST staff member for details.

Cost:           $85 per module (cost may be reduced in certain circumstances)

$180 per team (with up to 10 people on the team) for pre, post, and

follow up evaluations and summaries

$300 per team for assignment review and management with e-mail, phone and/or written support and consultation

$500 per day for consultant preparation, travel and presentation, plus

travel expenses, for program visits  and workshops

Contact:      Jennifer Olson or Laurie Danahy
                    BEST Project, CDHD
                    129 West Third St.
                    Moscow, Idaho  83843
                    Phone: 208.885.3514
                    E-mail: jenn@uidaho.edu or ldanahy@uidaho.edu

Option Three:  Create a Customized Module

 BEST Project staff members are available to work with individual states, programs or sites to create a customized version of a BEST module that addresses their particular needs, interests and cultures.  The BEST Project is also able to develop modules on new topics which meet the needs of early childhood and educational programs.

Cost:           To be arranged on a contract basis

Contact:    Jennifer Olson or Laurie Danahy
                    BEST Project, CDHD
                    129 West Third St.
                    Moscow, Idaho  83843
                    Phone: 208.885.3514
                    E-mail: jenn@uidaho.edu or ldanahy@uidaho.edu