Table 1 Description of core intervention components

Didactic activities

In-person or online coursework consisting of lectures, case studies; readings, and/or self-paced modules (e.g., slide-deck presentations)

Mentorship and expert consultation

Continued support that is initiated at the start of an implementation project and continued throughout project development and/or deployment; one-on-one or group meetings with leaders and faculty in implementation science and/or practice

Practical application activities

Small projects or field placements dedicated to implementing an evidence-based innovation under real-world circumstances

Knowledge sharing activities

Group meetings (online or in-person) that encourage networking, reflection, and the discussion of implementation experiences and reflections from implementation projects

Technical assistance

Email, phone, or website support for how to deliver an evidence-based innovation or an implementation strategy; specific reference to “technical assistance” or “technical coaching”