NCTI's Building Blocks for Behavioral Change

• Development of a personalized understanding of the relationship between values, attitudes and behaviors as they relate to the decision making process, is the first key to successful and lasting behavior change.
• For lasting behavior change to happen, the offender must experience intrinsic motivation. NCTI curricula uses a values discrepancy model with the assistance of motivational interviewing techniques to enhance the possibility of the intrinsic desire taking place.
• Establishment of a supportive environment based on trust that allows for trial and error.
• Use of an interactive learning process to ensure that each individual’s learning style is addressed.
• Utilization of the Real Colors® Personality Instrument to enhance communication and understanding.
• Providing opportunities to practice newly acquired skills.
• Use of a cognitive behavioral curriculum that directs the learning process and ensures consistency of information and delivery.