S.A.F.E. Solutions has developed a model that builds skills development in problem solving and leadership, and has carefully designed a two-stage program to fulfill these goals. At the beginning of the training process, an interview and the orientation are conducted to determine the student's specific needs and to adjust the program to those needs.
The Model was designed for children and youth between the ages of 12 and 17 years old or older. It is geared to students from various backgrounds, socio-economic groups and learning limitations and features a step by step approach for both facilitator and student. The process of working independently promotes the development of self-confidence.
The scheduling, objectives, and methodology for teaching the program are outlined in the lessons. The sessions can be held at home at school or in the community and are tailored to the needs of the students' age group or learning capacity. Each of the two courses -- Problem Solving and Leadership -- consists of thirteen lessons, presented weekly to facilitate teaching and learning. With a week between sessions there is ample time for the student to complete the lesson and built-in flexibility allows for adjustments for the trainee and the trainer. For ease and efficiency the courses are accessible on the internet.
Participants can proceed using a program that is consistent and designed specifically for them. The model is built around a partnership between the student and the facilitator, but mainly the parent(s) whose involvement is crucial in helping the student to reach his or her full potential.