Introduction to Coldspring Training
Coldspring Center is committed to providing quality, evidence-informed training. Our goal is to increase system and organizational capacity so that all
people receiving services have access to programs that are person-centered and trauma-informed and staff who are skilled, compassionate, and committed to equity.
Our programs are designed to build confidence and competence by offering opportunities to practice new skills (with activities such as scenarios, reflections,
demonstration, discussion, role play/modeling, collaborative whiteboard). We understand that adult learning requires ongoing practice and we work with
organizations to support staff beyond their online, in-person, or virtual trainings through coaching, practice sessions, and facilitation guides that can be used to
encourage continued learning. Organizations and systems of care that implement our trainings build a common language and focus, increase opportunities for
collaboration that can facilitate long-term change, and improve program quality and outcomes.
Our trainings are available as self-paced online courses, facilitated virtual trainings, or in-person trainings.
Online Training: Working with the latest technology, we offer on-demand, self-paced trainings that are 15-45 minutes in
length. Learners may stop mid-course and return to where they left off. Each course also includes download-able tools and resources. Online training
allows for flexible implementation and individual pacing which leads to improved knowledge retention and integration.
Facilitated Virtual or In-person Training: Trainers utilize a participant-centered workshop approach which includes interactions and
adult learning activities to maximize retention and application of concepts. Each facilitated training includes an
Activity handout
that supports the interactions included in the session, a
Practice Tools handout that supports implementation and continued learning
after the training, and a
Slides and References handout of the material covered. Virtual trainings are offered live using Zoom.
Blended Learning: Blended learning combines the accessibility and flexibility of the online training format with the pragmatic interactive workshop opportunities of the virtual training format.
Most Popular:
Trauma Informed Excellence® (TIE)
Explores the impact of trauma on brain and human development, self-care, and leadership. The TIE series is an innovative approach to aligning knowledge and practice with
recent developments in neurobiology, genetics, leadership, and psychology.
Medical Case Management Certificate or
HIV Medical Case Management Certificate
The Medical Case Management (MCM) Certificate Program is designed to bring a foundation of best practices and innovative approaches to staff who provide
direct services. It focuses on the skills needed by medical case managers, non-medical case managers, patient navigators, community health workers, linkage to
care staff, outreach workers, and prevention staff. The program provides learners with a solid knowledge base, along with the clinical skills required to succeed
with a diverse set of people and their needs. The curriculum can be implemented with a general audience, or with additional content for HIV medical case managers.
Co-Creating a Culture of Belonging: Foundations in Equity and Cultural Humility
Explores how to work with both co-workers and participants in our programs to co-create a culture of belonging that is rooted in equity and
cultural humility.
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a powerful research-based intervention that can be implemented regardless of the educational level of the service provider or staff person. MI is designed to
strengthen a person's motivation for change. This training provides the foundation needed to implement MI effectively.
Thrive: Self-Care & Culture
Building resilient staff, teams, and organizations is foundational to creating trauma-informed services. Helping professionals are at risk of experiencing trauma and toxic stress as a part of
providing services. Knowledge is the best defense against burnout, vicarious trauma, and secondary traumatic stress
HIV Essentials
Science-based and up to date, this series provides comprehensive and accessible information about HIV, prevention and testing, the immune system, and treatment.
Ensuring that new and experienced staff have current information about HIV and available treatment is key to providing quality services to people
living with HIV. This three part series is a good starting point!