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Cost of Evaluation
The cost of evaluation varies as a result of a number
of factors, including experience and education of consultants, the type of
evaluation required, the population density or size, and the geographic
location of your program. Generally, about 15 to 20 percent of available
program funds should be budgeted for evaluation. The exception is for a
program evaluation with an experimental design. In most experimental
designs, the cost of evaluation will be extensive. The cost of evaluation
should always be included in proposals for grant funds. Resources spent on
evaluation should be viewed as an investment in future success, with
dividends of reduction in suicidal behaviors.
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