Featured In-Person Training
Behavioral Interventions
FORMAT: In-person, Instructor-led Training
DATES: March 28, 2023
TIME: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
LOCATION: 710 Kipling, 2nd Floor, Lakewood, CO
COST: Free
AUDIENCE: This training is open to all community corrections case management and security staff working with clients - IMPACT Staff
PREREQUISITES: Online courses: 1. Active Listening Skills: OARS; 2. Principles of Risk, Need, and Responsivity; 3. Evidence-based Practices in Community Corrections
Also, an understanding of the principles of contingency management/rewards and sanctions.
REGISTER HERE FOR BI TRAINING:
Email OCC Training (Behavioral Interventions) with any questions of concerns.
DESCRIPTION: This training gives a basic overview of the Behavioral Intervention process and framework while allowing participants to practice their learned interpersonal communications skills when addressing problematic behaviors or issues with clients.
Case Planning and Progression Matrix
FORMAT: In-Person, Instructor-led Training
DATES: April 19-20, 2023
TIME: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
LOCATION: 710 Kipling, 2nd Floor Conference Room, Lakewood, Colorado
COST: Free
AUDIENCE: This training is designed for case management staff in community corrections programs.
PREREQUISITE: SOA-R Basic training; Motivational Interviewing or the online module "Active Listening Skills: OARS" training is highly recommended.
REGISTER HERE FOR CASE PLANNING TRAINING
External (Anyone outside of CDPS) - Login to DCJ External Training Portal and search for "OCC Case Planning and Progression Matrix"
Internal (CDPS employees) - Login to Saba and search for "OCC Case Planning and Progression Matrix"
Email OCC Training (Case Planning and Progression Matrix) with any question or concerns.
DESCRIPTION: Trainees will practice using OARS and providing normative feedback to collaborate with clients on development of individualized case plans. Topics include targeting criminogenic needs and using S.M.A.R.T. goals and action steps. The progression matrix will be touched on just briefly.
Motivational Interviewing 101
FORMAT: In-Person, Instructor-led Training
DATES: April 12-13, 2023
TIME: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
LOCATION: 710 Kipling, 2nd Floor Conference Room, Lakewood, Colorado
COST: Free
AUDIENCE: This training is designed for IMPACT staff who are or will be conducting or following up on case planning activities.
PREREQUISITE: SOAR (Standardized Offender Assessment - Revised) Basic Training
Email OCC Training with any questions or comments.
DESCRIPTION: Participants will learn the principles and micro-skills of Motivational Interviewing and have opportunities to practice the skills of open questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries.
Standardized Offender Assessment Revised (SOA-R) Basic Training
FORMAT: Instructor-led In-person/Blended Training - Upcoming Workshops
DATES in 2023 in Lakewood: March 29-30; May 30-31; August 1-2; October 2-3; December 13-14 (9:00am - 4:30pm)
LOCATION: 710 Kipling Street, 2nd Floor Conference Room in Lakewood, CO
COST: Free
NOTE: If we do not receive the required minimum number of participants, we may cancel or postpone the training.
AUDIENCE: State Probation Departments, Community Corrections Programs, Jail-based Behavioral Health Services (JBBS), and Department of Corrections (including Parole)
PREREQUISITE: Principles of Risk, Need, Responsivity eLearning Module
SOA-R Basic Training Registration
If you are new to SABA or would like additional information, please contact Liz Craig at 720-633-3811 or via e-mail at liz.craig@state.co.us.
Training with OCC
The Office of Community Corrections offers numerous training opportunities for Criminal Justice professionals in a variety of formats, including:
- Online, on-demand, and self-paced training
- Regularly scheduled in-classroom trainings and conferences
- And training by request for your agency.
NOTE: Many of these courses require registration via the State Learning Management System. If you are a NEW user, you must create a new STUDENT ACCOUNT and follow the prompts before you can register for a class.
Looking for Training?
Online and On-Demand
Active Listening Skills & OARS
FORMAT: Online and On-Demand
LENGTH: 30 minutes
OFFERED BY: Office of Community Corrections
COST: Free
REGISTER:
Active Listening Skills & OARS External Training Portal
Active Listening Skills & OARS Internal Training Portal
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES: This online course provides Community Corrections staff with the knowledge to actively listen using OARS (open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries). Active listening skills are an evidence-based practice and tool used to increase behavior change.
Skill Training with Directed Practice
FORMAT: Online and On-Demand
LENGTH: 1 hour
OFFERED BY: Office of Community Corrections
COST: Free
REGISTER:
Skill Training with Directed Practice External Training Portal
Skill Training with Directed Practice Internal Training Portal
DESCRIPTION: 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.
Why Implementation Science Training?
FORMAT: Online and On-Demand
LENGTH: Self-paced (<10 minutes)
COST: Free
AUDIENCE: This training is open to all Community Corrections professionals including, but not limited to, victim advocates, treatment providers, and probation.
REGISTER:
New to SABA? Set Up New Account to Register
Have an existing SABA account? Take the Course Now
DESCRIPTION: In this short course, learners will explore a familiar scenario with the goal of gaining a basic understanding of implementation science and how it can help us successfully execute a plan.
For more information, please contact Cara Wagner at cara.wagner@state.co.us
Evidence-Based Practices 101
FORMAT: Online and On-Demand
LENGTH: 1 hour
COST: Free
AUDIENCE: Designed for staff who are looking for an introduction to Evidenced-Based Practices in Community Corrections or those who are seeking a refresher on this information.
REGISTER:
External Training Portal
Internal Training Portal - CDPS Employees
DESCRIPTION: Evidence-based practice (EBP) 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
Risk-Need-Responsivity Principles
FORMAT: Online and On-Demand
LENGTH: Self-paced (approximately 30 - 45 minutes)
COST: Free
AUDIENCE: This training is open to all Community Corrections professionals including, but not limited to, victim advocates, treatment providers, and probation.
REGISTER:
New to SABA? Set Up New Account and Register
Have an existing SABA account? Take the Class Now
DESCRIPTION: 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 the fundamentals of these principles and introduce their role in the Colorado Community Corrections system.
For more information, please contact Liz Craig at 720-633-3811 or via e-mail at liz.craig@state.co.us.
Interpersonal Skills
The Division of Criminal Justice’s Office of Community Corrections is offering online training for all community corrections staff. After completing this 1-hour 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.
New to SABA? Set Up a New Account to Register
Internal CDPS Staff Internal Training Portal - CDPS Employees Only
Level of Supervision Inventory (LSI): An Introduction
FORMAT: Online and On-Demand
LENGTH: Self-paced (1 hour)
OFFERED BY: Office of Community Corrections
COST: Free
REGISTER:
DESCRIPTION: 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. Questions or concerns? Please contact Liz Craig.
Self-Paced
Sex Offender Management Board Standards Training - Community Corrections Staff ONLY
AUDIENCE: Community Corrections staff ONLY (not intended for SOMB providers)
FORMAT: Self-Paced Online (no certificate available)
LENGTH: 3 hours
OFFERED BY: Office of Community Corrections
COST: Free
DESCRIPTION: This training will offer participants the opportunity to learn information regarding the function, purview, and history of the Colorado Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB) and an overview of the Adult Standards and Guidelines. It will also offer resources, guidelines, and tools provided within the Standards, and by the Board, to assist in the effective supervision of these offenders within the community. Participants will gain knowledge in the use and application of the Adult Standards for the supervision of sex offenders within the community using a detailed PowerPoint and group-based discussions.
Click below to access the materials from the class held Monday, April 6, 2020:
Recorded Videos
Overview of the OCC Measurement Process
(6 min 5 sec) To learn more contact Chrystal Owin.
Complaint Process
Community Corrections Progression Matrix
(24 min 14 sec) To learn more contact Chrystal Owin.
Check Back Later for These Classes
- BSMART (Behavioral Shaping Model And Reinforcement Tool)
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FORMAT: Classroom
LENGTH: 8 hours
COST: Free
AUDIENCE: This training is open to all community corrections professionals including, but not limited to, victim advocates, treatment providers, and probation
DESCRIPTION: This one-day training is designed for all community corrections staff that are working with clients on the Behavioral Shaping Model and Reinforcement Tool (BSMART). Staff members will learn the foundational principles for effectively utilizing evidence-based sanctions when addressing problematic behavior while incorporating an evidence-based contingency management system to reward clients when positive behavior change occurs. Trainees will learn how to target interventions in order to address criminogenic need areas. This course is only applicable to staff members that are involved with the BSMART implementation process. -
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Training
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FORMAT: Classroom
LENGTH: One Full Day
COST: Free
AUDIENCE: Designed for Community Corrections stakeholders (program staff, board staff, & members) who will be involved with PREA investigations.
DESCRIPTION: This PREA training will include: an overview of PREA standards, including the investigative process; interviewing information tailored to the community corrections setting; first responder duties and evidence collection; investigation and substantiating sexual harassment claims; legal liability; report writing; and LGBTQI+ issues and how they pertain to PREA.
- Progression Matrix Coaches' Training
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FORMAT: Classroom
LENGTH: 2 Days
COST: Free
AUDIENCE: This training is intended for Community Corrections case managers and supervisors who have been selected by their program to be Progression Matrix Coaches.
PREREQUISITE: Coaches must have attended the two-day Progression Matrix Case Manager Training prior to registering for this training.
DESCRIPTION: Trainees will review the foundational principles of the Progression Matrix which include a review of the Eight Guiding Principles for Effective Interventions, the top 8 criminogenic needs, and the S.M.A.R.T. method of case planning. Trainees will learn about the Coaching and Fidelity Checklist and will practice how to review case plans. Trainees will also learn coaching fundamentals and will practice how to provide coaching and feedback on Progression Matrix case plans.For more information, please contact Liz Craig at 720-633-3811 or liz.craig@state.co.us.
Resources from Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado
Criminal Justice Recommended Training Resources
The Colorado Division of Criminal Justice offers a variety of training opportunities. Additionally, below is a list of trainings offered by local, state, federal and private entities that are helpful for professionals working in the Criminal Justice system.
For Community Corrections Workers:
- Implementation Science
- Case Planning (CTAP)
For Grant Recipients:
For Law Enforcement:
- How to Respond to a Sexual Assault Victim
- First Response to Victims of Crime Handbook