Writing SMART Objectives for Programs

In this video, we break down how to write SMART objectives for health education programs. SMART objectives are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound — and they form the backbone of effective program planning.

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What's Covered

  • What SMART objectives are and why they matter
  • How to write objectives that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound
  • Common mistakes when writing program objectives
  • How SMART objectives connect to evaluation
  • Practice examples of writing SMART objectives for health programs

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