The proposed study has three key objectives (Table A.1). The first is to determine the cost of implementing select evidence-based teen pregnancy prevention programs. To carry out this objective, the study team will collect detailed cost information from a subset of up to 30 OAH TPP Program grantees. For each grantee, the study team will administer three data collection instruments: (1) a Cost Tool used to collect comprehensive information on the cost of implementing of each select program (Instrument #1); (2) an Implementation Tool used to collect basic information on the characteristics of the grantee organization and program implementation (Instrument #2); and (3) a Staff Time Use survey used to collect information on how program staff allocate their time across different program activities (Instrument #3). Data from these instruments will be used to construct estimates of total program costs, cost per program participant, and the distribution of program costs across different programs and activities.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.