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SUMMARY:WIC Coordinator Training
DESCRIPTION:This course is specifically designed for new local agency staff working in a management capacity within the WIC Program.\n\n\nCourse Length 3 days\n\nDay 1: Tuesday\, May 5th\nDay 2: Tuesday\, May 12th\nDay 3: Wednesday\, May 20th\n\nClass Times 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\nCourse Description \n\nProvide guidance on the responsibilities of a WIC Coordinator\, to ensure compliance with WIC program policies and federal regulations at the local agency level. \n\n\n \nPerformance Objectives\n\n\nUpon completion of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the WIC program polices and USDA Federal Regulations\, working in the role as a WIC Coordinator.\nApply WIC Coordinator responsibilities and activities per state policies.\n\n\n\nSpecial Instructions\n\n\nBy registering for this training\, I certify I have completed and agree to the following: \n\nThis training is offered in 3 consecutive weekly sessions\, each lasting 3 hours\, in additional to independent activities assigned between sessions\nContacted RNC regarding suggested timeline for completion of training; 3-4 months in the WIC Coordinator role is typically recommended prior to attending this training.\nNew WIC Coordinator Orientation Checklist – all items apart from New WIC Coordinator Training Days 1\, 2 and 3 (this training currently being registered for). This includes completed orientation checklists for Frontline\, CPA\, (and BFPC if applicable). Orientation checklists are to be completed within six (6) months of starting the WIC Coordinator role.\nAccess to equipment and a training environment conducive to remote-based (online) training\n\nComputer with stable internet connection\, camera\, microphone\, speaker/audio output (or headphones if within open work area) and a quiet space to focus on training and avoid interruption while attending the training\n\n\nCompleted the ‘New WIC Coordinator Responsibilities SSM’ as part of orientation checklist and familiar with WIC policy and related resources\nAttendance for the entirety of the training and participation throughout this training are required to receive a certificate of completion and continuing education credit. Trainees may be asked to participate by speaking\, utilizing the chat function\, submitting activities\, or other modes of interaction.\nPlease note: If fewer than 5 trainees register for this training\, it may be canceled and registrants will need to register for the next available date.\n\nRegistration for this training closes one week prior to the scheduled training date. \n\n\nCourse Code PT – WIC\nAttendance 10\nContact Hours RNs – 10\nRegistered Dietician 10\n\nTrainer(s) Renee Byrd\, MSEd\n\nTraining Type WIC
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/wic-coordinator-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CHTC,WIC,WIC Coordinator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Medically Prescribed Formula Training
DESCRIPTION:Dietitians\, Nutritionists\, Nurses who hold the title of Competent Professional Authority (CPA) in the Illinois WIC Program\n\n\nCourse Length Online\nClass Times 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\nCourse Description \n\nTo provide the most current information to new Competent Professional Authority (CPA) staff working in the Illinois WIC program on the fundamentals of medically prescribed formulas
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/introduction-to-medically-prescribed-formula-training-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CHTC,WIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102109
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SUMMARY:IWIC Frontline Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration Closes May 29\, 2026\n\n\nState and local agency personnel working in the support staff capacity with the Illinois WIC Program.\n\nCourse Length 1 day\n\nClass Times 09:00 AM – 04:00 PM\n\n\nCourse Description \n\nThis course is offered virtually and has been designed to address the needs of those\, new and experienced\, who are involved in the daily support of the WIC program. This training will provide training on WIC policy\, income and eligibility determination\, and a “hands-on” approach to the IWIC software system including: client enrollment\, referring and scheduling clients and EBT issuance. \nPlanner:  Monica Murphy-Hayes\, BS\, CLE
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/iwic-frontline-training-7/
CATEGORIES:CHTC,WIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102109
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SUMMARY:Using VENA to Guide WIC Services
DESCRIPTION:Dietitians\, Nutritionists\, Nurses who hold the title of Competent Professional Authority (CPA) in the Illinois WIC Program.\n\n\nCourse Length Online\n\nClass Times  09:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\nCourse Description \n\nThe Intro to PCC training has been updated and renamed ‘Using VENA to Guide WIC Services’.   This is a requirement for staff that certify participants to attend after obtaining 6 months of WIC experience. \n\n\n \n\nPerformance Objectives \n\nUpon completion of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nDemonstrate effective participant centered counseling techniques by using open-ended questions\, affirmations and reflective listening to guide conversations\nApply the principles of VENA to conduct strength based\, collaborative and individualized assessments tailored to participants unique needs and preferences\nUse behavior change strategies to support participants in setting realistic health goals\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Instructions \n\nBy registering for this training\, I certify I will complete and enrure the following before attending the live training: \n\nWatched the following four pre-recorded webinars\, completed the associated pre-work activities and print/access the Using Vena to Guide WIC Services Workbook to follow along during training.  This takes approximately 2 hours to complete.\nPre -recorded webinars\n\nPart 1: Introduction (18 minutes)\nPart 2: Webinar: Assessing Protective Factors and Nutrition Risks (20 minutes)\nPart 3: Sensitive Topics and Topics for Nutrition Services (21 min)\nPart 4: Family Assessments and Moving from Assessment to Nutrition Services (15 minutes)\nPrework included in Using VENA to Guide WIC Services Workbook\n\nActivity: 1A Focus on Strengths\, Not deficiencies (8 minutes)\nActivity: 2B Probing for Further Information (5 minutes)\nActivity: 3A Crafting Strong Affirmations (5 minutes)\nActivity 4A: Avoiding the Expert Trap (5 minutes)\nActivity 5A: Asking About Sensitive Topics (8 minutes)\nActivity: 6A Connecting the Dots (5 minutes)\nActivity: 7A Family Based Springboard Questions (8 minutes)\n\n\n\n\nAttendance for the entirety of the training and participation throughout this training are required to receive a certificate of completion. Trainees will be asked to participate by speaking\, utilizing the chat function\, submitting activities\, or other modes of interaction.\nAccess to equipment and training environment conducive to remote-based online training including: Computer with stable internet connection\, camera\, microphone\, speaker/audio output (or headphones if within open work area) and a quiet space to focus on training and avoid interruption while attending the training.\nPlease note: If fewer than 5 trainees register for this training\, it may be canceled\, and registrants will need to register for the next available date.\n\n\n\nCourse Code Meeting/Conference\nAttendance 5\nClock Hours (Social Workers) 5\nContact Hours RN: 5\nRegistered Dietician 5\n\nTrainer(s) \nJennifer Allington\, MS\, RD\, LDN; Melissa Banz\, MS\, RD\, LDN\, CLC; Jaclyn Castellanet\, MS\, RD\, LDN\,CLC; Ginny Belt\, BS\, RD\, LDN\, CLC; Jessica Gadomski\, MS\, RDN\, LDN\, Amanda Gelasi\, MS\, RD\, LDN; Constance Herriott\, MS\, RDN\, LDN\, CLC; Valerie Koress\, MS\, RDN\, LDN\, IBCLC; Jennifer Nance\, MS\, RDN\, LDN\, CLS.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration for these trainings closes one week prior to the scheduled training date.
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/using-vena-to-guide-wic-services-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CHTC,WIC
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SUMMARY:Peer Counselor Supervisor Training
DESCRIPTION:Designed for new WIC Peer Counselor Supervisors\, this is the official USDA Food and Nutrition Service training program for managing peer counseling programs. Includes supervising and retraining peer counselors\, practice setting\, scope of practice\, hiring strategies\, and program policies \nPRESENTER: Carole Peterson\, MS\, IBCLC (The presenter has no relevant affiliations or financial interests or arrangements.) \nPre-requisites:  open to any Peer Counselor Supervisor\, clinic supervisor or those agencies exploring the Peer Counselor Program. You must be employed at an Illinois WIC agency or health department.  You must be committed to finishing the course\, including completing all requirements and sharing information as appropriate. \nWho should attend:  Any Peer Counselor Program Supervisor that has not previously attended the A Journey Together for Managers course is encouraged to attend. \nContinuing Education Credits:  Pending:    8.5 RN     8.5 RD \nThis training will be provided in a Zoom Platform in real time.  \nFor additional questions contact:  Audrie Mumphery at audrie.mumphery@illinois.gov
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/peer-counselor-supervisor-training-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CHTC,WIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102109
CREATED:20260108T195128Z
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SUMMARY:Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Training
DESCRIPTION:This Training is a 3 day virtual series:\nOctober 27\, 2026       9:00am – 3:00pm  (Tuesday)\nOctober 28\, 2026       9:00am – 3:00pm  (Wednesday)\nOctober 29\, 2026       9:00am – 3:00pm  (Thursday) \nThis training course provides an orientation and identifies the primary roles and responsibilities of the peer counselor.  The training will provide three-day virtual sessions. Self-study modules and homework will be assigned. Participants will be expected to complete homework assignments and tests. \nPre-requisites:  open to any new peer counselor or a peer counselor who has not taken the USDA Peer Counselor course.   You must be employed at an Illinois WIC agency or health department.  You must be committed to finishing the course\, including completing all requirements and sharing information as appropriate. \nWho should attend:  Any new Peer Counselor that has not previously attended a USDA Peer Counselor course is encouraged to attend.
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/breastfeeding-peer-counselor-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CHTC,WIC
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