OCC: Training

Behavioral Management 

This training is designed for all community corrections staff, with particular relevance for security-level personnel.  Participants will learn to effectively manage both positive and negative client behaviors through the appropriate use of sanctions, effective use of authority, positive reinforcement, incentives, and rewards. This session reviews evidence-based practices for applying these tools to support meaningful behavior change and provides opportunities to practice key skills through interactive activities and guided discussions. 

• February 4, 2026 at Lakewood from 9:00am-4:00pm
• May 6, 2026 at Grand Junction from 9:00am-4:00pm
• August 12, 2026 at Colorado Springs from 9:00am-4:00pm 

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Case Planning

This two-day workshop is designed for staff who create case plans. Participants will review and practice providing normative feedback to clients using SOA-R assessments and creating individualized, collaborative case plans.  Key topics include prioritizing criminogenic needs, developing individualized goal statements and SMART action steps, and incorporating responsivity, stabilization, and behavioral factors into case planning. Attendance is recommended for staff who have completed the SOA-R training.

• April 14-15, 2026 at Lakewood from 9:00am-4:00pm
• September 1-2, 2026 at Lakewood from 9:00am-4:00pm 

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Community Supervision of Adult Sex Offenders

This training provides an overview of community supervision strategies for the adult sexual offending population.  Participants will learn key characteristics of this population, including relevant static and dynamic risk factors that inform effective case planning. The session will address the role of denial, offer a general overview of sex offense-specific evaluations and treatment, and explore the components of safety planning. The responsibilities and collaboration of the supervision team will also be examined.

• February 26, 2026 at Lakewood from 9:00am-4:00pm
• October 22, 2026 at Lakewood from 9:00am-4:00pm 

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Core Correctional Practices

This training is designed for all types of community corrections staff and focuses on applying appropriate tools to the diverse situations they encounter.  Core Correctional Practices are evidence-based approaches that, when implemented effectively, reduce recidivism by helping clients develop long-term prosocial behaviors.  The training covers key principles and skills, including the Risk-Need-Responsivity model, quality interpersonal relationships, effective reinforcement, effective disapproval, effective use of authority, cognitive restructuring, anti-criminal modeling, structured learning and skill building, and problem solving.  

• April 28-29, 2026 at Brighton from 9:00am-4:00pm
• September 29-30, 2026 at Lakewood from 9:00am-4:00pm 

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Drug Testing 

This training is appropriate for all community corrections staff.  Topics include the properties of effective screening and confirmation tests, the characteristics of major urine metabolites for commonly used drugs, interpretation of typical urinalysis results, and common urine adulteration techniques. 

• January 29, 2026 (Virtual) 10:00am-11:30am

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DV 200: DVOMB Community Roundtable Discussion

The DVOMB hosts Community Roundtable Discussions across the state to strengthen partnerships and enhance communication among key stakeholders. These sessions provide an opportunity to improve collaboration, foster engagement, and exchange critical feedback between the DVOMB, Community Corrections, treatment providers, and the broader communities served, creating a safe and productive space for open dialogue. Community Corrections professionals will engage in discussions focused on shared challenges, best practices, and collaborative strategies to address opportunities within the field. Additional specialized breakout sessions will be offered in the afternoon on targeted topics of interest. This event is designed for Community Corrections professionals—including Directors, Case Managers, Program Supervisors, and other staff involved in the intake, supervision, and management of domestic violence offenders—as well as treatment providers, treatment victim advocates, DHS caseworkers, and all stakeholders participating in Multidisciplinary Treatment Teams.

• February 19, 2026 at Lakewood from 9:00am-3:00pm 

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Implementing DVOMB Standards in Community Corrections

This intensive training is designed for Community Corrections professionals and provides an in-depth overview of domestic violence and the application of the Colorado Domestic Violence Offender Management Board (DVOMB) Standards in the treatment and supervision of individuals who have committed domestic violence offenses. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted nature of domestic violence, the intent and requirements of the DVOMB Standards, and the role of Community Corrections staff within the Multidisciplinary Treatment Team (MTT). The training emphasizes strengthening collaboration with treatment providers and community partners to promote client accountability and public safety, while also exploring systemic challenges related to managing this population in community corrections settings. This course is appropriate for Directors, Case Managers, Program Supervisors, and other staff involved in the intake, supervision, and management of domestic violence offenders.

• February 18 at Lakewood from 9:00am-3:00pm 

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SOTIPS and VASOR-2 Workshop

The Sex Offender Treatment Intervention and Progress Scale (SOTIPS) is a statistically-derived dynamic measure designed to aid clinicians, correctional caseworkers, and probation and parole officers in assessing risk, treatment, supervision needs, and progress among adult male sex offenders. The Vermont Assessment of Sex Offender Risk-2 (VASOR-2) is designed to assess risk among adult males who have been convicted of at least one qualifying sex offense. This training will guide you through the SOTIPS and VASOR-2 scoring processes and assist you in learning the scoring rules of the assessments.

• October 7-8, 2026 at Lakewood from 9:00am-4:00pm 

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Standardized Offender Assessment - Revised

This two-day course provides comprehensive instruction on the administration and interpretation of all instruments within the Standardized Offender Assessments-Revised (SOA-R) framework, including the Simple Screening Instrument-Revised (SSI-R), the Level of Supervision Inventory (LSI), the Treatment Recommendation Worksheet (TxRW), and the Colorado Criminal Justice Mental Health Screen for Adults (CCJMHS-A). Participants will also receive training in effective interviewing techniques, the application of the Risk-Need-Responsivity principle, and the Eight Guiding Principles of Risk and Recidivism Reduction, ensuring the accurate assessment and effective management of clients.

• March 10-11, 2026 at Lakewood from 8:30am-4:30pm
• July 7-8, 2026 at Lakewood from 8:30am-4:30pm 

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Recognizing Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use

This training is appropriate for all community corrections staff. Participants will learn to recognize signs of active drug use and indicators of withdrawal in clients. Presenter David Tyler Coyle will share his expertise in working with individuals affected by Opioid Use Disorder, offering resources and guidance to support both staff and clients in addressing this challenging epidemic. The session will conclude with a Q&A opportunity.

• November 5, 2026. Virtual from 10:00am-11:30am

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Motivational Interviewing 101

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the language of change. It is designed to strengthen personal motivation for and commitment to a specific goal by eliciting and exploring the person’s own reasons for change within an atmosphere of acceptance and compassion. This class will introduce participants to the basic principles and skills (OARS) of Motivational Interviewing with opportunities to practice.

• January 13-14, 2026 at Westminster from 9:00am-4:00pm
• June 10-11, 2026 at Colorado Springs from 9:00am-4:00pm
• July 29-30, 2026 at Grand Junction from 9:00am-4:00pm 

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Motivational Interviewing 102

This class will build on the key concepts and skills learned in Motivational Interviewing 101 and introduce the Motivational Interviewing strategies which will deepen the understanding of when, and how to use the skills learned in MI 101. Participants will learn how to use Motivational Interviewing Spirit, Skills and Strategies to support clients in changing target behaviors. Motivational Interviewing 101 is a required prerequisite for attending this training. 

MI 102 will be scheduled on an as-needed basis.  Please fill out the MI 102 Interest Form below.  When sufficient interest is received, we will schedule a training in the region with the greatest demand.  

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Interventions

This training is open to all community corrections staff, with particular relevance for those conducting Behavioral Intervention (BI) meetings with clients following major rule violations. Participants will learn the components of an effective BI meeting, focusing on responses to risky, antisocial behavior that results in a major violation. Key topics include identifying behavioral intervention opportunities, active listening, demonstrating partnership, identifying underlying criminogenic needs, and applying the TEACH and STEER approaches to turn mistakes into learning opportunities through skill-building and motivation enhancement. Attendance is recommended for staff who have completed the SOA-R training or have prior training in the Risk-Need-Responsivity principle and Motivational Interviewing.

• February at 24, 2026 at Lakewood from 9:00am-4:00pm
• May 7, 2026 at Grand Junction from 9:00am-4:00pm
• August 13, 2026 at Colorado Springs from 9:00am-4:00pm 

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Improving Organizational Culture and Implementation for Success

This training is designed for staff in leadership roles and provides an overview of best practices in organizational culture and the fundamentals of Implementation Science. Participants will apply key implementation principles to real-world program innovations and areas needing improvement, developing action plans that support sustainable change. The session will also offer practical tools and strategies to strengthen morale, enhance workplace culture, and improve staff satisfaction–ultimately supporting stronger retention and overall organizational effectiveness.

• Day 1 - March 18, 2026 at Lakewood from 9:00am-4:00pm
• Day 2 - April 29, 2026, at Lakewood from 9:00am-4:00pm

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A CoP is not a formal training; rather, it is an interactive group practice session designed to strengthen and refine skills learned during prior classroom instruction. Each CoP is a two-hour virtual session that provides participants with opportunities to apply key concepts and practice essential skills. Staff who have completed the corresponding classroom training are eligible to attend. Participation is strongly encouraged, as CoPs support ongoing skill development and reinforce critical competencies.

Behavioral Management Community of Practice 

Prerequisite: Prior completion of Behavioral Management classroom training.

Skills obtained during our two-day Behavioral Management will be reinforced in this session.

• April 23, 2026. Virtual from 10:00am-12:00pm

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Case Planning Community of Practice 

Prerequisite: Prior completion of Case Planning classroom training.

Skills obtained during our two-day Case Planning will be reinforced in this session.

• September 16, 2026. Virtual from 10:00am-12:00pm

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Core Correctional Practices Community of Practice

Prerequisite: Prior completion of Core Correctional Practices classroom training.

Skills obtained during Core Correctional Practices will be reinforced in this session.

• November 18, 2026. Virtual from 10:00-12:00pm

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Improving Organizational Culture & Implementation for Success CoP

Prerequisite: Prior completion of Improving Organizational Culture and Implementation for Success classroom training.

Skills obtained during Improving Organizational Culture and Implementation for Success will be reinforced in this session.

• September 24, 2026. Virtual from 10:00-12:00pm

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Interventions Community of Practice

Prerequisite: Prior completion of Interventions classroom training.

Skills obtained during our one-day Interventions will be reinforced in this session.

• March 19, 2026. Virtual from 10:00-12:00pm

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Motivational Interviewing (MI) 101 Community of Practice

Skills obtained during our 2-day Motivational Interviewing (MI) 101 will be reinforced in this session.

Requirements: Prior attendance of formal classroom training in the CoP topic (MI 101). 

• February 19, 2026. Virtual from 10:00-12:00pm

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SOA-R Community of Practice

Prerequisite: Prior completion of Standardized Offender Assessment-Revised (SOA-R) classroom training.

Skills obtained during our two-day SOA-R will be reinforced in this session.

• May 20, 2026. Virtual from 10:00-12:00pm

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On-demand training sessions are pre-recorded learning experiences that allow participants to access course materials on their own schedule from any computer or device. This flexible format enables you to pause, rewind, and review as often as needed to support learning and comprehension. Many on-demand courses provide foundational knowledge that may be helpful to complete prior to participating in other training opportunities listed above.

Active Listening Skills & OARS

• Explain how Active Listening can increase the likelihood of behavior change
• Discuss Communication Roadblocks and how Reflective Listening can reduce Communication Breakdown
• Describe the difference between an open and closed question
• List two types of Affirmations and when they could be used
• Recognize simple & complex Reflections
• Create Summaries to bookend topics of discussion

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Evidence-based Practice in Community Corrections 101

Evidence-based practice is a significant trend throughout all human services that emphasize outcomes. Interventions within community corrections are considered effective when they reduce client risk and recidivism, and therefore make a positive long-term contribution to public safety. This EBP training module presents the body of research that briefly describes contemporary correctional assessment, programming and supervision strategies that lead to improved client outcomes.

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Interpersonal Skills

After completing the module, staff will be able to understand the importance of firm, fair and caring relationships with community corrections clients in creating an environment for success and achievement.

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Level of Supervision Inventory LSI: An Introduction

This eLearning module is a short introduction to the LSI, which is part of the Standardized Offender Assessment - Revised. It does not replace formal SOA-R training. 

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Risk-Need-Responsivity Principles

This module on risk, need, and responsivity (RNR) is the first online training in the Office of Community Corrections’ Foundational Training series on evidence based practices in community corrections. It will cover fundamentals of these principles and introduce their role in the Colorado Community Corrections system.

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Skill Training with Directed Practice

This online foundations course provides Community Corrections staff with the knowledge to teach clients new ways of thinking and responding to risky thoughts and situations. Skill training is an evidence-based practice and is one tool in helping to reduce client recidivism.

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