Implementation Science & Practice Skill Development

IKT’s Implementation Science & Practice offerings are designed for clinicians, leaders, and change agents who want to translate evidence into routine care. Whether you’re new to implementation or building capacity across a system, our programs blend accessible education with expert mentorship and real-world planning tools.

These offerings go beyond theory—they help you build the skills to lead change, engage teams, and move from intention to impact.

Implementation Practice Series

A tiered learning pathway for developing knowledge translation practitioners.

iKT’s signature three-level Implementation Practice Series prepares individuals to lead and support evidence-based change. Each level builds upon the last, with a mix of asynchronous modules, live facilitation, case examples, and planning tools.

Level 1: Essential Skills for Knowledge Translation Practitioners

For those new to knowledge translation or implementation.

Covers foundational concepts, including:

What is knowledge translation (KT)?
When is evidence ready for implementation?
Pre-implementation strategies
Building and leading an implementation team
Facilitating meetings and managing dynamics
Navigating power and trust
Developing an actionable plan for practice change

Includes:

8+ hours of self-paced learning
3 live mentoring sessions led by KT experts
Tools for pre-implementation planning
Certificate and CEU credit

Ideal starting point for clinicians, educators, and implementation leads.

Level 2: Evidence to Action – Applying Frameworks and Data in KT (Coming 2026)

For those with foundational KT knowledge looking to apply it in real-world settings.

Focus areas include:

Selecting appropriate frameworks (e.g., KTA, CFIR, TDF)
Conducting know-do gap assessments
Identifying and categorizing barriers and facilitators
Selecting implementation strategies using ERIC
Planning for adaptation and sustainability
Evaluating outcomes of KT efforts

Includes planning assignments and mentorship to guide active implementation.

Level 3: Advanced Frameworks & Strategic Implementation (Coming 2027)

For experienced practitioners ready to lead large-scale, multi-site, or system-level implementation projects.

Focus will include:

Strategic use of implementation science theories
Multi-level stakeholder engagement
Advanced facilitation and leadership skills
Long-term sustainability planning and scale-up strategies

Certificate Opportunity

Upon completion of all three levels of the Implementation Practice Series, participants will be eligible to apply for IKT’s Implementation Practitioner Certificate Program. This advanced designation recognizes clinicians and leaders who demonstrate the competencies, experience, and mindset required to lead implementation initiatives within healthcare settings.

Customized KTA Course for Organizations

A structured training and implementation support program for clinical teams.

The iKT offers a customized implementation practice course using the Knowledge-to-Action (KTA) Framework. The course is paired with real-time mentoring and project-based implementation planning to guide teams through active change efforts.

Features include: