Customized Employment Training: January 9th - March 13th

Register Here: January ACRE Customized Employment Training Registration and Details

Participants in the COEF ACRE Customized Employment Training will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions, On-Demand coursework, and individualized mentoring. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the course and achieving course objectives.

Who Should Register & Attend:
This training is for Colorado employment support professionals who are seeking qualification as a Customized Employment service provider and an ACRE training certificate in Customized Employment.

Training Schedule & Dates:
Live Session Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Live Session Dates: Live sessions are Mondays and Wednesdays (excluding holidays)

• Week One:1/9 & 1/11
• Week Two: 1/18
• Week Three: 1/23 & 1/25
• Week Four: 1/30 & 2/1
• Week Five: 2/6 & 2/8
• Week Six: 2/13 & 2/15
• Week Seven: 2/22
• Week Eight: 2/27 & 3/1
• Week Nine: 3/6 & 3/8
• Week Ten: 3/13 
  • Participants must attend and participate in all live sessions as well as complete independent homework to earn a training certificate and to be recognized as a Colorado qualified Customized Employment provider.

Questions, please contact Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu 

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment YOUTH Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future YOUTH Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

YOUTH Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 5:30-6:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment FAMILIES Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future FAMILIES Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

FAMILY Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 6:30-7:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

Supported Employment Training: January 10th - February 14th

Register Here: January ACRE Supported Employment Training Registration and Details

Participants in the COEF ACRE Support Employment Training engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions and On-Demand coursework assignments. Each week there will be two live instruction sessions that are paired with coursework in our YesLMS learning management system.

Who Should Register & Attend:
This training is for Colorado supported employment professionals who are seeking an ACRE training certificate. Coursework is completed through our learning management system. Many assignments are designed to be integrated into an employment professional's work with employment seekers actively seeking employment.

Training Schedule & Dates:
Listed below are the dates/times for each week of training

• Week One: 1/10 & 1/12 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Two: 1/17 & 1/19 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Three: 1/24 & 1/26 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Four: 1/31 & 2/2 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Five: 2/7 & 2/9 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Six: 2/14 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm

Questions, please contact Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu 

Customized Employment Training: January 9th - March 13th

Register Here: January ACRE Customized Employment Training Registration and Details

Participants in the COEF ACRE Customized Employment Training will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions, On-Demand coursework, and individualized mentoring. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the course and achieving course objectives.

Who Should Register & Attend:
This training is for Colorado employment support professionals who are seeking qualification as a Customized Employment service provider and an ACRE training certificate in Customized Employment.

Training Schedule & Dates:
Live Session Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Live Session Dates: Live sessions are Mondays and Wednesdays (excluding holidays)

• Week One:1/9 & 1/11
• Week Two: 1/18
• Week Three: 1/23 & 1/25
• Week Four: 1/30 & 2/1
• Week Five: 2/6 & 2/8
• Week Six: 2/13 & 2/15
• Week Seven: 2/22
• Week Eight: 2/27 & 3/1
• Week Nine: 3/6 & 3/8
• Week Ten: 3/13 
  • Participants must attend and participate in all live sessions as well as complete independent homework to earn a training certificate and to be recognized as a Colorado qualified Customized Employment provider.

Questions, please contact Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu 

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment YOUTH Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future YOUTH Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

YOUTH Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 5:30-6:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment FAMILIES Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future FAMILIES Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

FAMILY Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 6:30-7:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

Supported Employment Training: January 10th - February 14th

Register Here: January ACRE Supported Employment Training Registration and Details

Participants in the COEF ACRE Support Employment Training engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions and On-Demand coursework assignments. Each week there will be two live instruction sessions that are paired with coursework in our YesLMS learning management system.

Who Should Register & Attend:
This training is for Colorado supported employment professionals who are seeking an ACRE training certificate. Coursework is completed through our learning management system. Many assignments are designed to be integrated into an employment professional's work with employment seekers actively seeking employment.

Training Schedule & Dates:
Listed below are the dates/times for each week of training

• Week One: 1/10 & 1/12 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Two: 1/17 & 1/19 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Three: 1/24 & 1/26 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Four: 1/31 & 2/2 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Five: 2/7 & 2/9 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Six: 2/14 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm

Questions, please contact Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu 

The Colorado Benefits Collaborative meets every month.

To learn more about this collaborative and details on how to join, please email: Melanie Honsbruch at Melanie.Honsbruch@cuanschutz.edu

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment YOUTH Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future YOUTH Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

YOUTH Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 5:30-6:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment FAMILIES Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future FAMILIES Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

FAMILY Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 6:30-7:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

Customized Employment Training: January 9th - March 13th

Register Here: January ACRE Customized Employment Training Registration and Details

Participants in the COEF ACRE Customized Employment Training will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions, On-Demand coursework, and individualized mentoring. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the course and achieving course objectives.

Who Should Register & Attend:
This training is for Colorado employment support professionals who are seeking qualification as a Customized Employment service provider and an ACRE training certificate in Customized Employment.

Training Schedule & Dates:
Live Session Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Live Session Dates: Live sessions are Mondays and Wednesdays (excluding holidays)

• Week One:1/9 & 1/11
• Week Two: 1/18
• Week Three: 1/23 & 1/25
• Week Four: 1/30 & 2/1
• Week Five: 2/6 & 2/8
• Week Six: 2/13 & 2/15
• Week Seven: 2/22
• Week Eight: 2/27 & 3/1
• Week Nine: 3/6 & 3/8
• Week Ten: 3/13 
  • Participants must attend and participate in all live sessions as well as complete independent homework to earn a training certificate and to be recognized as a Colorado qualified Customized Employment provider.

Questions, please contact Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu 

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment YOUTH Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future YOUTH Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

YOUTH Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 5:30-6:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment FAMILIES Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future FAMILIES Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

FAMILY Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 6:30-7:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

Monthly IPS Learning & Practice Community meetings.

For details on how to join or attend, please reach out to Deirdre Sage at Deirdre.Sage@cuanschutz.edu

Supported Employment Training: January 10th - February 14th

Register Here: January ACRE Supported Employment Training Registration and Details

Participants in the COEF ACRE Support Employment Training engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions and On-Demand coursework assignments. Each week there will be two live instruction sessions that are paired with coursework in our YesLMS learning management system.

Who Should Register & Attend:
This training is for Colorado supported employment professionals who are seeking an ACRE training certificate. Coursework is completed through our learning management system. Many assignments are designed to be integrated into an employment professional's work with employment seekers actively seeking employment.

Training Schedule & Dates:
Listed below are the dates/times for each week of training

• Week One: 1/10 & 1/12 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Two: 1/17 & 1/19 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Three: 1/24 & 1/26 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Four: 1/31 & 2/2 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Five: 2/7 & 2/9 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
• Week Six: 2/14 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm

Questions, please contact Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu 

Customized Employment Training: January 9th - March 13th

Register Here: January ACRE Customized Employment Training Registration and Details

Participants in the COEF ACRE Customized Employment Training will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions, On-Demand coursework, and individualized mentoring. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the course and achieving course objectives.

Who Should Register & Attend:
This training is for Colorado employment support professionals who are seeking qualification as a Customized Employment service provider and an ACRE training certificate in Customized Employment.

Training Schedule & Dates:
Live Session Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Live Session Dates: Live sessions are Mondays and Wednesdays (excluding holidays)

• Week One:1/9 & 1/11
• Week Two: 1/18
• Week Three: 1/23 & 1/25
• Week Four: 1/30 & 2/1
• Week Five: 2/6 & 2/8
• Week Six: 2/13 & 2/15
• Week Seven: 2/22
• Week Eight: 2/27 & 3/1
• Week Nine: 3/6 & 3/8
• Week Ten: 3/13 
  • Participants must attend and participate in all live sessions as well as complete independent homework to earn a training certificate and to be recognized as a Colorado qualified Customized Employment provider.

Questions, please contact Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu 

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment YOUTH Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future YOUTH Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

YOUTH Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 5:30-6:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment FAMILIES Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future FAMILIES Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

FAMILY Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 6:30-7:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment YOUTH Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future YOUTH Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

YOUTH Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 5:30-6:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 5:30-6:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment FAMILIES Training: February 6, 2023 - February 16, 2023

Register Here: A Brighter Future FAMILIES Training Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to announce the release of "A Brighter Future: Navigating the World of Disability and Employment." This is a new curriculum and training for youth and families and is being funded by the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

Training participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes six one-hour virtual training sessions with additional one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Participants will complete a pre and post-course survey to assess knowledge gained from this training opportunity. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the training and achieving course objectives.

Training Purpose: To deliver a statewide training curriculum that educates youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families/care providers about Employment First, about the possibilities, processes, potential services, systems navigation, and strategies for securing work.

Training Topics:

• What Employment First is.
• What skills are needed to get employment.
• How employment fits into the education process.
• How managing health impacts employment.
• The services and agencies that can help in obtaining employment.
• How employment may impact Social Security benefits.

There are separate tracks for youth and families that cover all six modules.

Our Target Audience:
Youth with I/DD between the ages of 14 and 21 and their family members inclusive of both urban and rural areas. 

Cost of Training: Free

FAMILY Track Training Schedule: (Mountain Time)
Listed below are the dates/times for each day of training.

• Day 1: Monday, 2/6 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 2: Wednesday, 2/8 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 3: Thursday, 2/9 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 4: Monday, 2/13 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 5: Wednesday, 2/15 from 6:30-7:30pm
• Day 6: Thursday, 2/16 from 6:30-7:30pm

Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Cron at tiffany.cron@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration.

Cohort 3 Customized Employment Training: February 21, 2023 - April 13, 2023

Register Here: Customized Employment Training Details and Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to bring you this training opportunity in partnership with the Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Colorado Customized Employment Collaborative.

Participants in the COEF ACRE Customized Employment Training will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions, On-Demand coursework, and individualized mentoring. Learning assignments and knowledge checks will help learners practice and demonstrate customized employment skills while also confirming their understanding of course content. 

This training covers content on:

• Core Values and Principles for Employment Services
• Discovery Services
• Customized Job Development
• Training Strategies: Systematic Instruction and Workplace Related Support
• Additional Required Course Electives:
  • Common Objections to Work
  • Supervision Requirements in the Community and Employment
  • Customized Employment for Students and Youth
  • Group Discovery

Cost: Free to Colorado Providers
Start Date: February 21, 2023
Live Session Times: 1:00 - 4:00 MST
Live Session Dates: Live sessions are Tuesdays and Thursdays (excluding holidays)

• Week One: 2/21 & 2/23
• Week Two: 2/28 & 3/2
• Week Three: 3/7 & 3/9
• Week Four: 3/14 & 3/16
• Week Five: 3/21 & 3/23
• Week Six: 3/28 & 3/30
• Week Seven: 4/4 & 4/6
• Week Eight: 4/11 & 4/13
• Week Nine: 4/18 
  • Participants must attend and participate in all live sessions as well as complete independent homework to earn a training certificate and to be recognized as a Colorado qualified Customized Employment provider.

Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the course and achieving course objectives. This training is eligible for SB18-145 training reimbursement, please learn more about the pre-authorization and reimbursement information here. 

If you have any questions or need accommodations to register, please email Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu. 

Customized Employment Training: January 9th - March 13th

Register Here: January ACRE Customized Employment Training Registration and Details

Participants in the COEF ACRE Customized Employment Training will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions, On-Demand coursework, and individualized mentoring. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the course and achieving course objectives.

Who Should Register & Attend:
This training is for Colorado employment support professionals who are seeking qualification as a Customized Employment service provider and an ACRE training certificate in Customized Employment.

Training Schedule & Dates:
Live Session Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Live Session Dates: Live sessions are Mondays and Wednesdays (excluding holidays)

• Week One:1/9 & 1/11
• Week Two: 1/18
• Week Three: 1/23 & 1/25
• Week Four: 1/30 & 2/1
• Week Five: 2/6 & 2/8
• Week Six: 2/13 & 2/15
• Week Seven: 2/22
• Week Eight: 2/27 & 3/1
• Week Nine: 3/6 & 3/8
• Week Ten: 3/13 
  • Participants must attend and participate in all live sessions as well as complete independent homework to earn a training certificate and to be recognized as a Colorado qualified Customized Employment provider.

Questions, please contact Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu 

Cohort 3 Customized Employment Training: February 21, 2023 - April 13, 2023

Register Here: Customized Employment Training Details and Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to bring you this training opportunity in partnership with the Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Colorado Customized Employment Collaborative.

Participants in the COEF ACRE Customized Employment Training will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions, On-Demand coursework, and individualized mentoring. Learning assignments and knowledge checks will help learners practice and demonstrate customized employment skills while also confirming their understanding of course content. 

This training covers content on:

• Core Values and Principles for Employment Services
• Discovery Services
• Customized Job Development
• Training Strategies: Systematic Instruction and Workplace Related Support
• Additional Required Course Electives:
  • Common Objections to Work
  • Supervision Requirements in the Community and Employment
  • Customized Employment for Students and Youth
  • Group Discovery

Cost: Free to Colorado Providers
Start Date: February 21, 2023
Live Session Times: 1:00 - 4:00 MST
Live Session Dates: Live sessions are Tuesdays and Thursdays (excluding holidays)

• Week One: 2/21 & 2/23
• Week Two: 2/28 & 3/2
• Week Three: 3/7 & 3/9
• Week Four: 3/14 & 3/16
• Week Five: 3/21 & 3/23
• Week Six: 3/28 & 3/30
• Week Seven: 4/4 & 4/6
• Week Eight: 4/11 & 4/13
• Week Nine: 4/18 
  • Participants must attend and participate in all live sessions as well as complete independent homework to earn a training certificate and to be recognized as a Colorado qualified Customized Employment provider.

Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the course and achieving course objectives. This training is eligible for SB18-145 training reimbursement, please learn more about the pre-authorization and reimbursement information here. 

If you have any questions or need accommodations to register, please email Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu. 

Customized Employment Training: January 9th - March 13th

Register Here: January ACRE Customized Employment Training Registration and Details

Participants in the COEF ACRE Customized Employment Training will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions, On-Demand coursework, and individualized mentoring. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the course and achieving course objectives.

Who Should Register & Attend:
This training is for Colorado employment support professionals who are seeking qualification as a Customized Employment service provider and an ACRE training certificate in Customized Employment.

Training Schedule & Dates:
Live Session Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Live Session Dates: Live sessions are Mondays and Wednesdays (excluding holidays)

• Week One:1/9 & 1/11
• Week Two: 1/18
• Week Three: 1/23 & 1/25
• Week Four: 1/30 & 2/1
• Week Five: 2/6 & 2/8
• Week Six: 2/13 & 2/15
• Week Seven: 2/22
• Week Eight: 2/27 & 3/1
• Week Nine: 3/6 & 3/8
• Week Ten: 3/13 
  • Participants must attend and participate in all live sessions as well as complete independent homework to earn a training certificate and to be recognized as a Colorado qualified Customized Employment provider.

Questions, please contact Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu 

Register Here: Workplace Supports and Systematic Instruction Details and Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First is excited to announce the launch of our Workplace Supports and Systematic Instruction training! Registration is now open for our February 2023 Workplace Supports and Systematic Instruction training course. This two-week remote learning course will cover content on providing workplace supports, systematic instruction, and other training strategies.
 
Participants in the COEF Workplace Supports and Systematic Instruction training will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions, On-Demand coursework, and individualized mentoring. Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the course and achieving course objectives.

Coursework is completed through our learning management system. The assignments are designed to be integrated into an employment professional's work. Learning assignments, knowledge checks, and mentoring will help learners practice skills while also confirming their understanding of the course content.

This training covers content on:

• Foundational Concepts of Employment
• Work-Related Activities, Understanding the Position & Supports
• Understanding and Implementing Training Strategies including Systematic Instruction
• Technology, Behavioral/Social Supports, and Long-Term Satisfaction

Who Should Register & Attend:
This training is for Colorado employment support professionals who are seeking qualification in systematic instruction and who provide job coaching services and supports.

Cost of Training:
Free to Colorado Providers

Training Completion Expectations &Requirements:
Training Participants must attend all training days and turn in all coursework to successfully complete the training and to earn a training certificate from the Colorado Office of Employment First.
 
Training Schedule & Dates:
Live Session Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 Noon MST
Live Session Dates: Live sessions are Tuesdays and Thursdays

• Week One: 2/28 & 3/2
• Week Two: 3/7 & 3/9
  • Participants must attend and participate in all live sessions as well as complete independent homework to earn a training certificate.

Please reach out to Brian Dean at brian.dean@cuanschutz.edu if you have questions or need support to submit your registration request.

Cohort 3 Customized Employment Training: February 21, 2023 - April 13, 2023

Register Here: Customized Employment Training Details and Registration

The Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) is excited to bring you this training opportunity in partnership with the Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Colorado Customized Employment Collaborative.

Participants in the COEF ACRE Customized Employment Training will engage in an interactive learning experience that includes live sessions, On-Demand coursework, and individualized mentoring. Learning assignments and knowledge checks will help learners practice and demonstrate customized employment skills while also confirming their understanding of course content. 

This training covers content on:

• Core Values and Principles for Employment Services
• Discovery Services
• Customized Job Development
• Training Strategies: Systematic Instruction and Workplace Related Support
• Additional Required Course Electives:
  • Common Objections to Work
  • Supervision Requirements in the Community and Employment
  • Customized Employment for Students and Youth
  • Group Discovery

Cost: Free to Colorado Providers
Start Date: February 21, 2023
Live Session Times: 1:00 - 4:00 MST
Live Session Dates: Live sessions are Tuesdays and Thursdays (excluding holidays)

• Week One: 2/21 & 2/23
• Week Two: 2/28 & 3/2
• Week Three: 3/7 & 3/9
• Week Four: 3/14 & 3/16
• Week Five: 3/21 & 3/23
• Week Six: 3/28 & 3/30
• Week Seven: 4/4 & 4/6
• Week Eight: 4/11 & 4/13
• Week Nine: 4/18 
  • Participants must attend and participate in all live sessions as well as complete independent homework to earn a training certificate and to be recognized as a Colorado qualified Customized Employment provider.

Our experienced and engaging instructors will be available throughout the course to support participants in navigating the course and achieving course objectives. This training is eligible for SB18-145 training reimbursement, please learn more about the pre-authorization and reimbursement information here. 

If you have any questions or need accommodations to register, please email Brian Dean at Brian.Dean@cuanschutz.edu.