KYPCIS PROGRAM EVALUATION

Kentucky Post Critical Incident Seminar

Kirkpatrick Model (Levels 1–4)

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This evaluation was designed to understand how well the program supports both immediate learning and long-term behavior change. Using the Kirkpatrick Model, I examined anonymous participant experience, knowledge gained, application on the job, and overall impact to determine how effectively the program translates into real-world performance.

The Challenge

Law enforcement officers and dispatchers experience repeated exposure to critical incidents that can lead to long-term psychological stress, trauma, and decreased job performance. Despite this, structured post-incident support has historically been limited, creating a need to evaluate the effectiveness of existing wellness interventions.

My Role

Led the evaluation design and analysis of the Kentucky Post-Critical Incident Seminar (KYPCIS), including development of assessment tools, data collection strategies, and interpretation of findings to support program improvement.

The Approach

Used Kirkpatrick’s Four-Level Model to evaluate program effectiveness across reaction, learning, behavior, and results. Data was collected through participant surveys, pre- and post-assessments, facilitator observation rubrics, and longitudinal follow-up measures to assess behavioral and organizational impact.

Key Findings

  • High participant satisfaction and strong perceptions of psychological safety

  • Measurable gains in knowledge of trauma responses and coping strategies

  • Increased confidence in peer-support communication

  • Evidence of continued use of coping strategies and peer engagement over time

  • Operational challenges related to facility limitations and delivery logistics

Outcome

Provided leadership with clear, actionable insights to strengthen program delivery, improve alignment between training and real-world application, and support long-term wellness outcomes.

Findings also informed recommendations for improved infrastructure, including the need for a dedicated facility to support confidentiality and program sustainability.

Program Evaluation Deliverables

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  • PCIS Eval Table of Content
  • PCIS Eval Executive Summary
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  • KyPCIS Eval Statement of Purpose
  • PCIS Eval Background Information
  • PCIS Eval Description of Eval Strategy
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  • PCIS Eval Table 1 findings
  • PCIS Table 2 Findings & Operational and Facility Consideratios
  • PCIS Eval Conclusion
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  • PCIS Eval Appendix A
  • PCIS Eval Appendix B
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  • PCIS Eval Appendix C
  • PCIS Eval Appendix D