The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) guidelines are developed and updated periodically based on federal legislation and regulations, stakeholder expertise and experience, and emerging trends and priorities. EFNEP procedures and guidelines ensure program fidelity and accountability, while also allowing for state and local flexibility.
EFNEP Guidelines
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EFNEP Technology Guidelines (pdf - 262.45 KB)
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EFNEP Technology GuidelinesExpanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Guidelines for Using Technology in Programming (une 2022) |
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NIFA-17-003 EFNEP Proposal (pdf - 366.42 KB)
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EFNEP Paraprofessional Supervision GuidelinesAdequate and effective supervision of paraprofessionals is an essential component of the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). The following resources have been developed for supervisory training, self assessment, professional development, and decision making by universities in providing supervisory support for EFNEP paraprofessionals. These resources are intended to help enhance programmatic quality and improve employee results. Evidence of success will be reflected in improved programmatic outcomes for states and universities that implement best practices and invest in paraprofessional supervision. |
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NIFA-17-006 EFNEP Volunteer Policy (pdf - 818.67 KB)
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EFNEP Volunteer Guidelines |
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EFNEP Volunteer Criteria - July 2023 (pdf - 227.86 KB)
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EFNEP Volunteer Criteria |
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NIFA-19-018 EFNEP PSE Guidance (pdf - 300.9 KB)
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EFNEP Integration of Policy, Systems, and Environmental Change Efforts*Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to provide clarity to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies. |
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NIFA-19-003 EFNEP National Guidelines for Social Media (pdf - 242.33 KB)
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EFNEP National Guidelines for Social MediaThe EFNEP National Guidelines for Social Media were updated in 2014. The guidelines were developed by the EFNEP Southern Region Social Media Committee and reviewed by the National EFNEP Office at the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) branch of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). *Disclaimer: The contents of this document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to provide clarity to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies. |