How to Become a Replication Site

Recognizing that every community is unique, NCAT cultivates relationships with each interested city by helping them learn more about the program model, its benefits, and the process of replication.

NCAT has designed a thorough and systematic replication protocol that takes each city into the process of becoming an affiliate through three phases.

Phase 1: Feasibility

Proposed length: 12 months

The purpose of the feasibility phase is to determine whether the potential affiliate has the essential key attributes critical for successful replication. NCAT and the core local leadership of each site will conduct a detailed due diligence study to assess the need and readiness of the community.

Phase 2: Pre-opening/Planning

Proposed length: 12 months

NCAT will guide community leaders through a detailed start up process for their center, which will include:

Identification and training of an executive director
Creation of a board of directors
Incorporation of Center for the Arts and Technology
Guidance of facility design and renovation
First year start-up curriculum
Guidance for fundraising strategies

Phase 3: Early Implementation

Proposed length: 2–3 years

This phase includes:

Curriculum expansion
Program development, quality, and consistency
Guidance of facility expansion
Infrastructure development
Relationship building

Contact Us

NCAT is committed to helping communities interested in change. To help us learn more about your community and how we can help, please contact us:

National Center for Arts & Technology
1815 Metropolitan Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15233

Telephone: 412-323-4000 ext.133
NCATinfo@mcg-btc.org