The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) is establishing a greater role in Health Security Cooperation Education and Training (HSCET), which includes delivery of health and medical courses to international military students both as mobile training teams and in-residence courses. The INTEGRATE project is a proactive and integrated effort to ensure the program’s effectiveness and strategic alignment with defense and security priorities from its inception. The effort will focus on proactively establishing a robust framework for evaluation, including the identification and monitoring of international military students’ learning outcomes. Unlike traditional approaches that often incorporate evaluative measures after a program is established or even post-program implementation, this initiative is built on a foundation of continuous assessment. We are incorporating success criteria throughout the entire program management lifecycle, from initial planning to sustainable implementation. Our foundational steps include a thorough analysis of the current demand for formal HSCET programming, such as identifying preferred formats and critical knowledge and abilities gaps. We are gathering this information specifically from Combatant Commands (CCMDs) and other key stakeholders across the Department of War (DoW) and the U.S. Government. This ensures the program is not only strategically aligned but also directly addresses the real-world needs of its intended clients and audience. From concept to application, the initial phase of this multistage approach focuses on capturing these foundational demand signals via various engagement methods. To ensure a robust and integrated understanding, we are employing mixed-methods, beginning with an explanatory sequential design that leverages a survey to inform the interviews and plenary discussions. The analysis will then use an interactive convergent design, integrating both qualitative and quantitative data to inform the results and future direction. By Identifying Needs and integrating the insights gained from these evaluative measures, we will be able to Transform Engagement by directly connecting stakeholder feedback to program design. This process will then Generate Responsive Action by providing actionable, evidence-based recommendations for strategic program development, ensuring that USU’s HSCET program meets the evolving needs of the DoW. The INTEGRATE approach will inform the roadmap for shaping the curriculum, delivery methods, and strategic alignment of the program, ultimately strengthening security cooperation efforts to support both CCMDs and DoW priorities and objectives. Disclaimers: “The opinions and assertions expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences or the Department of War.” “The contents and opinions in this presentation are the sole responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions or policies of The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.” “Neither I nor my family members have a financial interest in any commercial product, service, or organization providing financial support for this research.”