Short Course
Community Needs Assessments
Self-Paced
Video Lessons
Interactive Activities
This course earns you a certificate of completion from SPS. What you earn.
About the Course
Course Outline
Who This Course is For
Why This Format Works
We've designed this short course to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Rather than overwhelming you with extensive readings or providing a list of resources to read on your own, we've created an engaging learning experience that:
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Respects your time with focused, efficient content delivery
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Builds practical understanding through interactive elements
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Provides clear examples of concepts in action
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Offers a structured path to understanding complex topics
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Includes a curated list of written resources you can use to further your learning
What You'll Learn
Course Features
Accessible through any internet browser
Closed captions available for all video content
Certificate upon completion
Ongoing access to course materials
Curated additional resources for deeper learning
Course Outline
What You'll Earn
Community-Centered Expertise: Our team brings both academic rigor and deep community experience.
At SPS, we are:
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Published researchers and evaluation experts who prioritize making complex concepts accessible
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Practitioners who have implemented systems change evaluation across diverse contexts
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Facilitators who understand the importance of building evaluation capacity that fits local needs
We believe evaluation should enhance, not burden, your work. This course reflects our commitment to making evaluation methodology accessible and meaningful for those doing the critical work of community transformation.
About the Author
Frequently Asked Questions
Maria G.C.
“As someone with no background in systems change evaluation and minimal experience in program evaluation, I found this course to be straightforward, engaging, and accessible. It was easy to navigate and took only an hour of my time. I’ll definitely remember these concepts in my work moving forward!”