Table 2.

Qualitative Evaluation Themes

Qualitative Theme	Illustrative Resident Quotes
1) Residents indicated a desire to receive effective training in SBIRT.	“We care so much about these patients but if we aren’t adequately trained in this area we won’t be able to effect any change in their lives”
2) Residents had some initial uneasiness regarding observation that dissipated once they experienced the benefits of this approach.	“At first I was reluctant regarding skills practice and it took a couple of weeks to really realize how useful those skills are.” “I appreciated the practice opportunities. I see them as a necessary evil. I can’t think of any other way to teach skills.”
3) Residents experienced benefits as a result of practice opportunities.	“The most helpful part of the curriculum was the practice.” “Pushing us out of our comfort zones keeps us engaged with the work.”