Training on Behavioral Science for Sustainable WASH Outcomes
Course Overview
This course explores how behavioral science principles can be applied to improve the design, implementation, and impact of WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) programs. Participants will learn to integrate behavioral insights into hygiene promotion, sanitation uptake, and sustainable water use. The training introduces proven strategies like “nudge theory WASH applications” and psychological frameworks to influence long-term WASH behavior change in diverse contexts.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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WASH program designers and implementers
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Public health officers and hygiene promoters
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Behavior change communication (BCC) specialists
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NGO and humanitarian agency staff
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Social scientists and development researchers
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Local government officials in health and sanitation sectors
Course Level: Intermediate
Course Impact
Organizational Impact
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Enhances sustainability and long-term impact of WASH programs through behavioral insights.
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Optimizes resource allocation by focusing on interventions likely to be adopted by communities.
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Strengthens credibility as a leader in evidence-based development programming.
Personal Impact
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Builds in-demand skills for development and humanitarian careers.
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Supports progression to senior program design, leadership, or advisory roles.
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Empowers participants to lead and champion behaviorally-informed development initiatives.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand the fundamentals of behavioral change WASH training
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Apply behavioral theories to design effective WASH interventions
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Use tools and techniques from behavioral economics to influence hygiene behaviors
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Integrate nudge theory WASH applications in program strategies
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Measure the impact of behaviorally-informed WASH initiatives
Course Outline
Module 1: Foundations of Behavioral Science in WASH
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Introduction to behavioral change WASH training
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Behavioral determinants of WASH practices
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Key psychological drivers of hygiene and sanitation behavior
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The role of social norms and context in influencing behavior
Module 2: Behavior Change Theories and Frameworks
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Applying the COM-B model and Health Belief Model
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Using the Fogg Behavior Model in sanitation and hygiene promotion
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Understanding barriers to sustained WASH behavior
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Case examples: psychology of hygiene promotion in practice
Module 3: Designing Behaviorally-Informed WASH Interventions
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Principles of nudge theory WASH applications
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Behavioral insights for clean water use and toilet adoption
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Visual cues, defaults, and social influence strategies
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Designing WASH tools and messages for sustained change
Module 4: Implementation Strategies and Community Engagement
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Participatory approaches for behavior change
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Engaging influencers and early adopters in communities
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Co-creation and user-centered design of interventions
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Monitoring behavioral drivers during rollout
Module 5: Evaluating and Sustaining Behavior Change
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Tracking behavior change outcomes in WASH programs
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Measuring psychological shifts and adoption rates
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Integrating behavior change in sustainable WASH behaviors course
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Case studies: designing WASH interventions behavior using behavioral science
Prerequisites
Course Administration and Investment
Whether you join us in a physical boardroom or through our virtual campus, we’ve designed every administrative detail for a seamless, professional experience.
Our fees are all inclusive during course hours.
- Covered: High level tuition, comprehensive materials (digital + physical), mid morning and afternoon refreshments, a full executive lunch, and any scheduled study visits or site tours.
- Not covered: Travel, visa fees, medical/travel insurance, personal expenses, and accommodation.
From registration to the classroom, we keep things clear and efficient.
- Registration: Find your preferred schedule, click “Register,” complete the form, and submit. Need help? Talk to us directly.
- Pre Course Assessment: After registering, you’ll receive a diagnostic survey to help facilitators tailor content to your needs.
- Joining Instructions: Once fees are paid, you’ll receive a Delegate Welcome Pack at least 7 days before the start date (venue maps, virtual access links, and pre reading materials).
We provide premium environments optimized for adult learning and networking.
- Physical Venues: Premium 4 star and 5 star executive boardrooms across our global host cities, with high tier catering.
- Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT): High definition, interactive platforms featuring breakout rooms, digital whiteboards, and live technical support.
- NITA and Regulatory Compliance: Administrative processes align with national training authorities.
You’ll leave with tools that extend the course value far beyond the final day.
- ForElite Learner Kit: A physical or digital course manual, proprietary templates, and a curated toolkit of industry standard SOPs.
- On Site / In App Support: Dedicated course coordinators handle technical, dietary, or logistical inquiries in real time.
We validate your commitment to excellence with internationally recognized credentials.
- Attendance Tracking: Rigorous daily logging to meet corporate and regulatory accreditation requirements.
- Verifiable Credentials: Upon successful completion, you receive a certificate of course completion.
Our relationship with you doesn’t end when the course closes.
- Feedback & ROI Reporting: Detailed post course evaluations to give sponsors clear insight into training impact.
- Alumni Network Access: Every delegate joins the ForElite Alumni Network for ongoing peer to peer learning and exclusive webinars.
When is the next intake?
UpdatedWe offer customized training solutions tailored to your organization's specific needs (location, dates, content and team size).
Talk to us and we’ll guide you on the best schedule and format for your team.
Training Methodology
We turn knowledge into results. Using our P.E.A.K. Framework (Prepare, Engage, Apply, Know), every participant leaves with practical skills they can use immediately.
Proven Impact
In the last 12 months, over 1,200 professionals have applied the P.E.A.K. Framework to reduce onboarding time by an average of 30% and accelerate project delivery across 14 industries.
The outcome: Participants don’t just learn. They gain the tools, confidence, and strategy to drive measurable impact.
Tailor-Made Training and Customization
Off-the-shelf solutions rarely fit perfectly. At ForElite Training Institute, we built our Tailor-Made Training (TMT) service to embed our expertise directly into your unique strategy, culture, and operations.
We replace generic examples with scenarios from your sector (e.g., public sector, NGOs, financial services, or logistics).
Choose a format that fits your operations: intensive 3 day bootcamps or weekly sessions that minimize work disruption.
We teach directly from your actual templates, brand guidelines, or financial reports.
Host your bespoke training in any of our 21+ global cities, or we'll send facilitators to your office anywhere in the world.
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