Past Events
*Fundamental Awareness: Courses that provide basic knowledge for professionals who have little to no knowledge of the topic.
*Novice: Courses targeted for professionals with limited experience of the topic.
*Intermediate: Courses that are targeted for professionals with knowledge but are designed to demonstrated practical applications of concepts.
*Advanced: Courses designed to examine an applied theory for professionals in youth development.
*Expert: Courses conducted for recognized authorities on specific fields of youth development.
View Upcoming Events
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March 10, 2023 @ 10:00 AM EST
OST Provider Network Meeting on ZOOM
Friday, March 10, 2023
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Agenda includes “Human Trafficking Identification and Awareness” presentation by the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center
Register here in advance for this meeting:
https://starting-point.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYudeysqj4vH9U7ndHUuW0pnNkgfDgU6rrU
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March 8, 2023 @ 5:54 PM EST
WELCOME TO THE BOOST CONFERENCE!
Inspire Youth. Inspire Learning. Inspire Change.
Join the largest, most recognized, and comprehensive global convening for after school, expanded learning, and in and out-of-school time professionals. Set in a retreat-like atmosphere, this annual, extraordinary event will rejuvenate your passion, boost your direction for quality programming and provide tools...
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February 15, 2023 @ 9:00 AM EST
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
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February 12, 2023 @ 2:00 PM EST
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February 11, 2023 @ 1:00 PM EST
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February 11, 2023 @ 12:00 PM EST
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January 25, 2023 @ 9:30 AM EST
The past few years have been difficult for many and especially children and young adults. More recently, having hope, finding hope, and building hope in ourselves and our community may feel overwhelming, and perhaps even impossible.
Join the MyCom Network for a special Wisdom for Wednesday event with Dr. Brett Zyromski from The Ohio State University as we discuss building hope.
In the session,...
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January 21, 2023 @ 3:00 PM EST
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January 17, 2023 @ 4:00 PM EST
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December 15, 2022 @ 10:00 AM EST
Deep Dive SEL Relationship Skills-What’s the real deal about relationships?
THIS TRAINING IS CANCELLED DUE TO LOW REGISTRATION
This a four-part series of deep dive into SEL. Part 1. This facilitated dialogue session explores the Transforming Education framework (transformingeduction.org) for promoting adult capacity for SEL. As organizational leaders, we will consider, discuss and explore...
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December 14, 2022 @ 10:00 AM EST
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December 14, 2022 @ 9:30 AM EST
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December 13, 2022 @ 10:00 AM EST
Deep Dive SEL Self-Management: 0-100: Effective strategies to managing feelings and emotions.
THIS TRAINING IS CANCELLED DUE TO LOW REGISTRATION
This a four-part series of deep dive into SEL. Part 1. This facilitated dialogue session explores the Transforming Education framework (transformingeduction.org) for promoting adult capacity for SEL. As organizational leaders, we will consider, discuss...
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December 7, 2022 @ 9:00 AM EST
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November 29, 2022 @ 9:00 AM EST
Equity in Youth Work
November 29, 2022
9 am-12 pm
This virtual workshop will introduce using an equity lens framework for youth work. The session will reflect on what racial equity is and how we as youth work professionals can play a role in creating equitable systems for youth to thrive. We will focus on strengthening youth worker practice to deepen equity within our individual practice and...
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November 16, 2022 @ 10:00 AM EST
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November 9, 2022 @ 9:30 AM EST
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October 27, 2022 @ 10:00 AM EDT
Cuyahoga County Youth Work
Youth Interaction Strategies
October 27, 2022 10am-12pm
This one-day workshop, based on the Youth Program Quality Intervention—a comprehensive system for improving program quality—is designed to provide a framework for youth work based on research and best/promising practices. The workshop focuses on incorporating effective strategies to build/enhance...
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October 19, 2022 @ 10:00 AM EDT
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October 19, 2022 @ 10:00 AM EDT
Cuyahoga County Youth Work
Youth Engagement Strategies
October 19, 2022 10am-12pm
This one-day workshop, based on the Youth Program Quality Intervention—a comprehensive system for improving program quality—is designed to provide a framework for youth work based on research and best/promising practices. The workshop emphasizes incorporating effective strategies to enhance youth...
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October 12, 2022 @ 9:30 AM EDT
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October 5, 2022 @ 9:00 AM EDT
Cuyahoga County Youth Work
Youth Mental Health First Aid
October 5, 2022 9am-2:30pm
This one day workshop based on the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) curriculum, an internationally recognized evidence-based program, is designed to provide skills to individuals who care for adolescents (ages 12-18) who may be experiencing mental health-related challenges. The training gives you the skills you...
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September 28, 2022 @ 10:00 AM EDT
The Value of Coaching
September 28, 2022
10am-12pm
Through a dialogue learning session, we will explore the role of coaching for personal and professional development emphasizing its impact on the continuous improvement cycle.
Participants will engage in dialogue to include the following, building a foundation of trust and respect in the coaching process, providing objective feedback, using...
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September 22, 2022 @ 10:00 AM EDT
Data Matters: High Quality Youth Programs
September 22, 2022
10am-1pm
Data is more than just a four letter word! This one-day training focuses on the role of data in high quality youth programs. Throughout the training we will examine sources of data within our programs, identify how data can be used to support program planning and evaluation and utilize a quality improvement process that...