How is the best practice standard for training applied to the VIRTUS programs?
The best practice standard for training requires an organization first to develop awareness through authoritative facilitator-led awareness sessions (preferably utilizing facilitators who are part of the organization). In-depth training is provided on a regular basis to reinforce the knowledge established in the initial facilitator-led training session and to introduce new points—particularly as the laws change. The best practice standard also requires frequent monitoring of the training to determine effectiveness. The VIRTUS programs meet and exceed the best practice standard. The VIRTUS® Programs Expert Consulting Team The original VIRTUS® programs Expert Consulting Team (Experts) advised and consulted with program developers in two significant areas: • The Experts created a framework for developing a comprehensive program to deal with the issue of child sexual abuse-both proactively and reactively. • The Experts also consulted with the program developers to ensure that the very best
