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Includes training material that are used for the program.  Please note that all updated forms are listed by having a date at the end of the title, indicating the latest revision. 

• Teaching Adult Learners Study Guide (pdf)
• Edition 6 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers (pdf)
• Toll Free Ordering Frequently Asked Questions (pdf)
• Training Completion Form (pdf)
• Instructor Manual Order Form for State/Substate Retrainings - Step by Step Instructions (pdf)
• Interim Candidate Training Process for New Instructors (pdf)
• Instructor Re-Training Master Outline (pdf)
• Presentation Timeframes - to help you judge whether or not you are “on time” with your presentation (pdf)
• Training Handout: Presentation Skills and Instructional Techniques (pdf)
• Guidance on Providing Accessibility For Persons With Disabilities (pdf)

Mid-Edition 6 Participant Workbook and Instructor Manual Revision Pages Packet

• Attachment A - Instructor Manual Revision Pages Packet 8/08 (pdf)
• Attachment B - Chief Trainer and Trainer memo for August 2008 mailing 8/08  (doc)
• Attachment C - Special Note to States that teach 4-hour course 8/08 (doc)
• Attachment D - Chief Trainer-Trainer Form 8/04/10 (pdf)
• Attachment E - Q&A Sheet on Mid-Edition 6 Revisions 8/08 (doc)

CarFit is an educational program created by the American Society on Aging and developed in collaboration with AAA (American Automobile Association), AARP, and the American Occupational Therapy Association.

CarFit Delivery Methods (pdf)

We Need to Talk (WNTT) provides participants with a 90-minute seminar led by trained facilitators.  They lead discussions on topics such as when it is a good time to talk with older family members or friends about thier driving, who should open the discussion, what are the warning signs that an older driver should limit or stop driving, and how to develop a transportation plan that will still allow the older adult to get out and remain a part of the community.

For more information please read the CarFit and WNTT FAQ (pdf)

CarFit/WNTT Position Description:

The CarFit/WNTT Coordinator has the primary responsibilty for the CarFit and/or WNTT programs in the state as determined by the State Coordinator, which includes being the primary contact with the National Office; identifying new Event Coordinators (EC)/Technicians/Facilitators; supporting and encouraging existing EC/Facilitators to conduct events and seminars; working with the Marketing Specialist and others to encourage sponsors/hosts to offer a package of DSP Courses; CarFit Events and WNTT Seminars; and collaborating with AARP State Office staff.

Please read the position description for more detailed information: CF/WNTT Position Description (pdf)

Also read the 2010 Funding/Accounting/Reimbursement Guidance (pdf)

Volunteer Expense Reimbursement Form (pdf)

Links to website and videos:

Link to CarFit website: www.car-fit.org

Link to AARP webpage and CarFit videos: www.aarp.org/carfit

Link to AARP webpage and WNTT videos: www.aarp.org/weneedtotalk

Inventory items and brochures:

D18791 WNTT - Promotional Brochure (pdf)

D18792 WNTT - Facilitator Guide (pdf)

D18863 WNTT - State/Host Guide (pdf)

The WNTT Brochures are ordered online from The Hartford at: http://www.thehartford.com/talkwitholderdrivers/brochure/brochure.htm

Reporting We Need To Talk (WNTT) Trainings

No paperwork needed!  Report WNTT Seminars and WNNT Facilitator Trainings online.  Go to this website: https://survey.aarp.org/cgi-bin/WeNeedToTalk/index.cgi and report your trainings and provide any comments you want.  Please report all trainings.