New RMC Train-the-Trainer (TTT) Program
To support the successful and scalable adoption of respectful maternity care practices, AWHONN offers the RMC Train-the-Trainer (TTT) Program, which equips internal RMC champions to lead education and culture change within their own facilities. Each site is encouraged to select 1–2 participants to attend. Our inaugural cohort launched in July 2026, and our next two cohorts are planned for January 2027 and July 2027.
Learn More: RMC Train-the-Trainer Program – Information Session On-Demand
2027 Call for Sites: AWHONN RMC Train-the-Trainer Program
Respectful Maternity Care (RMC) is defined as the provision of care that maintains privacy, confidentiality, and dignity; is free from harm or mistreatment; and supports informed choice during labor and birth. RMC is a fundamental human right, ensuring that all birthing individuals receive respectful, equitable, and high-quality maternity care (Bohren et al., 2020).
The Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) is pleased to launch the RMC Train-the-Trainer (TTT) Program and is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving as trainers at their maternity care sites.
Each cohort will include a diverse selection of facilities across the United States—representing a variety of birth volumes and maternity care settings (e.g., birth centers, rural hospitals, critical access facilities). Space is limited.
| 2027 RMC Train-the-Trainer Cohort #1 | 2027 RMC Train-the-Trainer Cohort #2 |
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Virtual Foundational Session Series
In-Person Instructor Candidate Workshop
Post-Training Support Sessions
Please note that the cohort will then be prepared to join the RMC Designation Readiness Series in July. |
Virtual Foundational Session Series
In-Person Instructor Candidate Workshop
Post-Training Support Sessions
Please note that the cohort will then be prepared to join the RMC Designation Readiness Series in January. |
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be full AWHONN members in good standing.
Applicants must demonstrate formal approval and support from their facility’s leadership team.
Applicants must submit one letter of reference from a professional colleague (e.g., manager, educator, peer, or physician partner) who can speak to their leadership, commitment to RMC, and readiness to serve as an implementation leader.
Work Setting
Eligible applicants must work in or support Labor & Delivery, Intrapartum care, LDRP, or Post-partum/Newborn care units. Individuals that represent a variety of roles are encouraged to apply, including APRNs; managers and directors; nurse educators; nurse scientists or researchers; and staff nurses.
Trainer Responsibilities
Selected trainers will:
- Attend a 2-day, in-person RMC Train-the-Trainer program
- Complete a three-month virtual orientation (monthly meetings) prior to the in-person session
- Lead implementation of staff training on RMC at their facility
- Facilitate completion of AWHONN’s Data Use Agreement and assist with hospital data collection to track progress and outcomes (See the RMC Data Collection & Definitions Guide for reference)
- Participate in virtual support meetings following training
- Facilitate ongoing follow-up activities
- Serve as internal RMC champions within their organization
Application Timeline: 2027 Cohort #1
- November 15, 2026 - Application submission deadline
- November 20, 2026 - Notification of selected sites
Application Timeline: 2027 Cohort #2
- May 9, 2027 - Application submission deadline
- May 14, 2027 - Notification of selected sites
Pricing for Facility Participation in the RMC Train-the-Trainer Program
- Expert guidance in developing and executing a facility-wide RMC implementation strategy
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Preparation and support for designated staff to become instructors for the RMC Participant Workshop
- Allocated seats for the RMC Participant Workshop for facility staff
- Access to data collection tools and a benchmarking database to track progress and outcomes
- Membership in AWHONN’s national RMC online learning community and peer network
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Structured implementation coaching and ongoing support from AWHONN
- Access to standardized implementation materials, templates, policies, and resources from the RMC Implementation Toolkit
- Participation in pre-training virtual foundational sessions for RMC trainers and an in-person immersion training session for RMC
- Alignment with the national RMC Framework and support for future RMC Designation readiness
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Estimate for AWHONN’s RMC Train-the-Trainer Course |
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| Step | Details | Your Calculation | ||||||||||||||||
| Annual Facility Fee
The Annual Facility Fee covers the data collection piece and applies as long as the facility is offering RMC Courses.
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• Identify your annual birth volume • Select the range that applies to your facility • Insert amount into column on right |
$__________ | ||||||||||||||||
| Trainer Materials & Administrative Fees $350 per trainer, 1-2 per facility recommended Includes:
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• Determine number of trainers • Calculate total # of trainers × $350 • Insert amount into column on right |
$__________ | ||||||||||||||||
| Staff Education (per learner seat)
• Determine number of staff to be trained • Cost per learner: $69, or $49 for Critical Access Hospitals (CAH) |
• Calculate total # of learners × $69 (CAH: $49) • Insert amount into column on right |
$__________
Note: Volume discounts may apply and could lower this cost. |
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| Total Cost for the Program | $__________
(sum of the above) |
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- Volume discounts may reduce the total cost.
- For customized pricing, contact: productsales@awhonn.org.
