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Please note that we have a specific number of seats available for the Institute. The demand is high and seating is limited and will fill quickly. We cannot guarantee that seating will be available through the registration cutoff date. Registration may be closed prior to the cutoff date due to reaching maximum capacity.

Please refer to the specific Institute page for important deadlines.

About the Institute

Joining the Training through Zoom 

Each Zoom meeting has a unique Zoom invitation link and password. You will be sent the Zoom link by email. When you receive the link, you will need to “register” for the training (please do so ahead of time). To register for the training:

  • You will need to complete the Zoom registration form.
  • After registering, you will receive an automated email with an access link. The link is unique to you. Do not forward or share it.

Plan to join the training about 10 minutes before the start time. This will allow you to address any technological issues before the meeting begins. When you join the training, you will be placed within the Zoom “Waiting Room.” The host will admit you to the training at the appropriate time.

Community Expectations for Active Engagement

Virtual trainings can (and will) be interactive and engaging! Below are some general suggestions for how to actively and mindfully engage:

  • Be in the “ASQ Zone” by removing distractions from your environment. For example, close applications for email, websites, or other applications that may affect your ability to participate.
  • Create a comfortable workspace. Set up in a space where you can close the door and have space for your training materials and supplies.
  • Reduce background noise. Consider wearing noise-cancelling headphones to limit distractions during the training.

To successfully complete the Virtual Training Institute, participants must

  • attend video conference sessions using a desktop or laptop computer. Smartphones and tablets are not compatible with some of the activities planned for the training.
  • attend the sessions with their web cameras enabled. The trainers must be able to see all participants. Webcams will also support interactive participation in various training activities. Webcams may be built into your computer or add-on attachments.
  • attend sessions throughout the entire scheduled Institute*, participating in all aspects of the training.
  • have copies of the ASQ®-3 User’s Guide and the ASQ®:SE-2 User’s Guide with them during the training sessions. If you need copies, you can purchase them at brookespublishing.com with 20% off savings code shared in your confirmation email.
  • have the ASQ-3 & ASQ:SE-2 Training of Trainers Handbook with them during the training sessions. This Handbook will be shipped to the participant’s preferred shipping address by Brookes in advance.

The Institutes are designed for intermediate to advanced ASQ users who already oversee ASQ implementation and training within their organization; participants will leave the Institute prepared to instruct their colleagues on ASQ-3 and/or ASQ:SE-2. This Institute is not intended for new ASQ users. (Please visit our Comprehensive ASQ-3 & ASQ:SE-2 Institute which is better suited for beginner ASQ users.)

The Institute is your opportunity to network with colleagues, have questions answered by our expert speakers, and learn how to conduct an ASQ-3 and/or ASQ:SE-2 introduction seminar within your own organization.

You are being trained to return to your place of employment for the purpose of providing introduction training on ASQ-3 and/or ASQ:SE-2 to colleagues within your office/organization/agency. You are not authorized to train outside of your place of employment nor are you authorized to charge a fee for your training. If necessary, you may charge a nominal fee to cover the cost to reproduce training materials only.

You may duplicate the materials for distribution at trainings for colleagues within your office/organization/agency. If necessary, you may charge a nominal fee to cover the cost to reproduce training materials only. Please refer to the Terms of Use.

Institute trainers are people who have been involved in the authorship, development, and/or research of the ASQ-3 and/or the ASQ:SE-2. All have extensive experience in early childhood and early childhood intervention.

Yes! Our Institute trainers are expert speakers and contributing authors on either ASQ-3, ASQ:SE-2, or both!

Institute Hours and Attendance Requirements

All 3-day Training of Trainer Institutes will take place from 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM Eastern Time. Please adjust your start time based on your local time zone.

For the best possible Institute experience and to successfully complete the training, you must attend virtually every day during the appropriate hours for your specific training. Attendance is closely monitored throughout the training Institute. Certificates of completion and a URL to download training materials will be emailed at the conclusion of the Institute to those who successfully complete the entire Institute. Brookes On Location reserves the right to withhold the training materials and Certificate of Completion if a participant’s attendance does not meet our requirements.

Participants must stay for the entire time on each day in order to successfully complete the training, no exceptions. Please avoid scheduling appointments or meetings during the training hours. Attendance is closely monitored throughout the Institute. Certificates of completion and a URL to download training materials will be emailed at the end to those who successfully complete the entire Institute. Brookes On Location reserves the right to withhold the training materials and Certificate of Completion if participants attendance does not meet our requirements.

We understand that emergencies occur and that a call to the office may become necessary; outside of emergency circumstances, please avoid scheduling calls/meetings while you are in attendance at the Institute. If this is unavoidable, please attempt to limit these interruptions by scheduling them during breaks and lunches. As is noted, full attendance is required for successful completion of the training; please arrange your business calls and meetings accordingly.

Required Materials

You will need to own your own copy of the following:
ASQ-3 User’s Guide (Brookes Publishing Stock #70045, $55.00); and
ASQ:SE-2 User’s Guide (Brookes Publishing Stock #79581, $55.00)

Institute attendees receive a 20% pre-Institute discount on all ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 products (except ASQ Online). The discount code will be emailed along with your confirmation of registration, once your payment is processed. You may use the required User’s Guides from your Organization or if you don’t have these materials you may purchase the required materials from Brookes Publishing by either going online to www.brookespublishing.com or by calling us at 1-800-638-3775. Order at least 4 weeks before to receive your products prior to the Institute. International customers should place their orders at least 6- weeks, but preferably, 8-weeks prior to the Institute.

Brookes On Location will provide each participant with the ASQ Trainer’s Handbook which contains the training PowerPoint (PDF), case studies, practice forms, and handouts. This will be shipped to your preferred address.

You may purchase your required materials from Brookes Publishing Co. by either going online to www.brookespublishing.com or by calling us at 1-800-638-3775. Order three weeks before to receive your products before the Institute. Institute attendees receive a 20% pre-Institute discount on all ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 products (except ASQ Online). A discount code will be emailed along with your confirmation of registration, once your payment is processed. See www.agesandstages.com for information on the complete ASQ product line. Please place your order at least 4 weeks prior to your Institute to ensure timely delivery of products. International customers should place their orders at least 6- weeks, but preferably, 8-weeks prior to the Institute.

Registration Fees and Payment

You may pay your registration fee with a credit card or purchase order. If paying by purchase order, please make sure to complete the online registration first. Then email your purchase order to [email protected].

The following forms of payment are accepted by Brookes Publishing:

  • Credit cards: Discover, Visa, Master Card, and American Express
  • Purchase order: Submit your purchase order with your registration form

Yes, we will be happy to accept a purchase order. You must complete online registration first. Then email your purchase order to [email protected].

Registration fees are nonrefundable. If you are unable to attend, you may send a substitute in your place or transfer to another training. All substitution and cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to [email protected] no later than the registration deadline for this training. Substitution requests have a fee of $25.00, and transfer requests have a fee of $75.00. After the registration deadline has passed, we are unable to accept substitutions and/or transfers for this training