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October 2026 NVAA EMS: Strategic Planning for Program Managers

To support meaningful interaction and a quality learning experience, this training is limited to 100 participants. Because of this participation cap, we may not be able to accept every applicant. When reviewing applications, we consider several factors, including how the training aligns with an applicant’s current role and whether they have previously participated in the training. Participants who successfully complete all requirements for this training are eligible to receive 0.7 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through OVC TTAC, an IACET Accredited Provider.

Training Schedule
Introductory Week
October 26, 2026 (no webinar) 

Week 1: Prepare and Assess 
Webinar: November 5, 2026 @ 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (ET)

  • Describe the steps of the strategic planning process.
  • Explain how to prepare for the strategic planning process.
  • Assess whether an organization is ready to initiate the strategic planning process.
  • Explain how to conduct a SWOT analysis.
  • Determine sources of data for assessing your organization.

Week 2: Create 
Webinar: November 12, 2026 @ 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (ET)

  • Describe the common elements of a strategic plan.
  • Develop guiding statements.
  • Develop clear goals and objectives.
  • Identify strategies for setting priorities based on the list of goals and objectives.
  • Discuss the process of writing a strategic plan.

Week 3: Implement and Communicate 
Webinar: November 19, 2026 @ 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (ET)

  • Explain why an action plan is important.
  • Describe how to develop an action plan.
  • Explain the importance of communicating and marketing a strategic plan.
  • Discuss how to identify client and stakeholder needs.
  • Explain how to develop a simple communication plan.
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Date of Expiration: 09/30/2029

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Date Created: September 10, 2026