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SUMMARY:Better Birth Outcomes – Comprehensive (BBO-C) & Navigation (BBO-N) Program
DESCRIPTION:State and local agency personnel working as Navigator(s) with the Better Birth Outcomes – Comprehensive (BBO-C) & Better Birth Outcomes – Navigation (BBO-N) Programs. \nRegistration for this course closes one week prior to the training date. \n\n\n\nCourse Length 1 day\nClass Times 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM\n\n\nCourse Description \n\nPurpose: To enable the learner to have the knowledge and skills required to meet program standards in the policies\, practices and procedures of the Better Birth Outcomes programs. This virtual and/or in-person training is designed to give new program navigators an overview of the program and cover each step of the services provided: client identification or outreach; assessment; service planning and resource identification; linking clients to services and coordination; monitoring services; advocacy and evaluation. \n**Attendees are required to complete 3 web-based modules prior to the face-to-face portion of the training.**
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/better-birth-outcomes-comprehensive-bbo-c-navigation-bbo-n-program-15/
LOCATION:Springfield\, 100 North 11th St\, Springfield\, IL\, 67203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Better Birth Outcomes – Comprehensive (BBO-C) & Navigation (BBO-N) Program,Bureau of Maternal & Child Health,CHTC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
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SUMMARY:Breast & Cervical Cancer Cornerstone
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes April 7\, 2026 \nState and local agency personnel working in the Breast & Cervical Cancer program. \nRegistration for each course closes one week prior to the class date. \n\n\nCourse Length 2 days\nClass Times 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM\n\n\nCourse Description \n\nPurpose: To provide training on Cornerstone data entry for the IBCCP. \nThis training will provide a “hands-on” approach to the Breast & Cervical Cancer functions within the Cornerstone software system. The course includes: Client Enrollment\, Breast & Cervical Cancer Data\, Service Provider Selection\, Procedure Specific Data\, Case Notes\, Procedure History Inquiry\, Assessments\, and Reports. \nVirtual training: The first half of the training day contains the instructional portion of the training and the second half of the day comprises independent data entry assignments with technical assistance available. All assignments must be accurately complete during the assigned time
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/breast-cervical-cancer-cornerstone-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CHTC,Cornerstone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
CREATED:20260108T195128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T222930Z
UID:10000033-1775552400-1775746800@springfieldul.org
SUMMARY:Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Training
DESCRIPTION:This Training is a 3 day virtual series:\nApril 7\, 2026       9:00am – 3:00pm  (Tuesday)\nApril 8\, 2026       9:00am – 3:00pm  (Wednesday)\nApril 9\, 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
CREATED:20260109T231758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T231758Z
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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-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CHTC,WIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T011553Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Lactation Specialist Course
DESCRIPTION:Training Schedule: March 18-20 and 23-24\, 2026\, 8am – 5:30pm \nThe Certified Lactation Specialist Course is a week-long intensive training designed for staff interested in improving their skills in working with the breastfeeding dyad. All content included on the IBLCE topical outline are covered. Participants will be taught how to use appropriate counseling skills\, how to teach parents and families\, and most importantly\, how to function hands-on as a clinician. This course is taught virtually with 3 instructors via didactic information as well as discussion\, videos\, and visual examples of lactation problems. Certification as a lactation specialist (CLS) is achieved through attendance at the entire course\, completion of assigned homework\, and passing the end of course exam on the last day. The CLS certification can be renewed every 5 years via continuing education or by retaking the exam.
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/certified-lactation-specialist-course-2/
CATEGORIES:CHTC,WIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
CREATED:20251204T175526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T003509Z
UID:10000059-1773302400-1773423000@springfieldul.org
SUMMARY:IBCLC Certification Cram Review Course
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/ibclc-certification-cram-review-course/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CHTC
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T000000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
CREATED:20250917T152311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T222701Z
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SUMMARY:Better Birth Outcomes - Comprehensive (BBO-C) & Navigation (BBO-N) Program
DESCRIPTION:State and local agency personnel working as Navigator(s) with the Better Birth Outcomes – Comprehensive (BBO-C) & Better Birth Outcomes – Navigation (BBO-N) Programs. \nRegistration for this course closes one week prior to the training date. \n\n\n\nCourse Length 1 day\nClass Times 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM\n\n\nCourse Description \n\nPurpose: To enable the learner to have the knowledge and skills required to meet program standards in the policies\, practices and procedures of the Better Birth Outcomes programs. This virtual and/or in-person training is designed to give new program navigators an overview of the program and cover each step of the services provided: client identification or outreach; assessment; service planning and resource identification; linking clients to services and coordination; monitoring services; advocacy and evaluation. \n**Attendees are required to complete 3 web-based modules prior to the face-to-face portion of the training.**
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/better-birth-outcomes-comprehensive-bbo-c-navigation-bbo-n-program-6-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Better Birth Outcomes – Comprehensive (BBO-C) & Navigation (BBO-N) Program,Bureau of Maternal & Child Health,CHTC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
CREATED:20260109T232604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T224227Z
UID:10000050-1772442000-1772467200@springfieldul.org
SUMMARY:IWIC Frontline Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes February 20\, 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-4/
CATEGORIES:CHTC,WIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
CREATED:20251002T204235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T210742Z
UID:10000035-1772010000-1772037000@springfieldul.org
SUMMARY:Better Birth Outcomes - Comprehensive (BBO-C) & Navigation (BBO-N) Program
DESCRIPTION:State and local agency personnel working as Navigator(s) with the Better Birth Outcomes – Comprehensive (BBO-C) & Better Birth Outcomes – Navigation (BBO-N) Programs. \nRegistration for this course closes one week prior to the training date. \n\n\nCourse Length  1 day\nClass Times  09:00 AM – 04:30 PM\n\n\nCourse Description \n\nPurpose: To enable the learner to have the knowledge and skills required to meet program standards in the policies\, practices and procedures of the Better Birth Outcomes programs. This virtual and/or in-person training is designed to give new program navigators an overview of the program and cover each step of the services provided: client identification or outreach; assessment; service planning and resource identification; linking clients to services and coordination; monitoring services; advocacy and evaluation. \n**Attendees are required to complete 3 web-based modules prior to the face-to-face portion of the training.** \nPlanner: Renee S. Byrd\, BS\, MSEd \n  \n\nPerformance Objectives \n\n\n\nUpon completion of the course\, participants will be able to: \n1. Client Engagement & Assessment \n\nObjective: Demonstrate the ability to conduct or support comprehensive assessments of pregnant and postpartum clients\, including identifying medical\, social\, and environmental risk factors.\n\n2. Care Coordination & Service Navigation \n\nObjective: Effectively connect clients to appropriate medical homes\, social services\, and community resources.\n\n3. Communication & Cultural Competency \n\nObjective: Apply culturally responsive communication strategies to build trust and rapport with diverse clients.\n\n4. Documentation & Data Management \n\nObjective: Accurately document client interactions\, assessments\, and referrals in accordance with program protocols.\n\n5. Collaboration with Nursing Staff \n\nObjective: Collaborate effectively with Nurse Navigators to support follow-up care and ensure continuity of services\, if applicable.\n\n6. Outcome Monitoring & Follow-Up \n\nObjective: Track client progress and follow up to ensure engagement with referred services and achievement of health goals.\n\n7. Program Knowledge & Compliance \n\nObjective: Understand and adhere to the goals\, eligibility criteria\, and compliance requirements of the BBO-C and BBO-N programs.\n\n\n\nCourse Code \nPT – BMCH\n\n\nClock Hours (Social Workers) \n6\n\n\nContact Hours \nRN: 6\n\n\nTrainer(s) \nNatalie Bullock\, BSN\, RN\nCheri Coffman\, BBO Coordinator\nCecelia Eckles\, MA\, BSN\, RN\nLinda Evans\, MPH\, BSN\, RN\nKabria Jefferson\, MSN\, RN\nTracey Kreipe\, PMHNP-BC\, DNP\nSharon Madrigal\, MSN\, RN\nTasha Stone\, MSHI\, BSN\, RN\, CLS\nCynthia Wilson\, MS\, RN\nCortney Woods\, BSN\, RN\nSyed Zaheer\, MPH\, RN\nRenee S. Byrd\, BS\, MSEd\nJennifer Bradshaw\, RN\, BSN\, CLC\nVanessa Avila\, M.Ed\, BSW\, CLS\, CPS Tech\n\n\n\nTraining Type\nBureau of Maternal & Child Health (BMCH)
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/better-birth-outcomes-comprehensive-bbo-c-navigation-bbo-n-program-14-2/
LOCATION:Springfield\, 100 North 11th St\, Springfield\, IL\, 67203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Better Birth Outcomes – Comprehensive (BBO-C) & Navigation (BBO-N) Program,Bureau of Maternal & Child Health,CHTC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
CREATED:20260109T231435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T220852Z
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SUMMARY:Breast & Cervical Cancer Cornerstone
DESCRIPTION:Registration Closes: February 11\, 2026 \nState and local agency personnel working in the Breast & Cervical Cancer program. \nRegistration for each course closes one week prior to the class date. \n\n\nCourse Length 2 days\nClass Times 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM\n\n\nCourse Description \n\nPurpose: To provide training on Cornerstone data entry for the IBCCP. \nThis training will provide a “hands-on” approach to the Breast & Cervical Cancer functions within the Cornerstone software system. The course includes: Client Enrollment\, Breast & Cervical Cancer Data\, Service Provider Selection\, Procedure Specific Data\, Case Notes\, Procedure History Inquiry\, Assessments\, and Reports. \nVirtual training: The first half of the training day contains the instructional portion of the training and the second half of the day comprises independent data entry assignments with technical assistance available. All assignments must be accurately complete during the assigned time
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/breast-cervical-cancer-cornerstone-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CHTC,Cornerstone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
CREATED:20250909T171959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T004238Z
UID:10000060-1766048400-1766075400@springfieldul.org
SUMMARY:IDHS MCH - Nurse Navigator
DESCRIPTION:State and local agency personnel working as Nurse Navigator(s) with IDHS Maternal and Child Health Programs.\n\n\nCourse Length 1 day\nClass Times 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM\n\nCourse Description \n\nPurpose: To enable the learner to have the knowledge and skills required to meet program standards as a nurse in the Better Birth Outcomes – Comprehensive (BBO-C) and/or High Risk Family Case Management (HRFCM) programs. This in-person training is designed to give Maternal Child Health Nurses an overview of their role in the IDHS prevention-focused MCH programs to prioritize the engagement between the dyad and their medical home. The course will explore the nurses’ role to support health literacy when engaging with birthing families in the community public health setting.  However\, please note that this course is not an ESPDT course\, as the DHS programs are not intended to be a replacement for assessments done by the medical home. \n*Registration for this course closes one week prior to the training date. \nPlanner: Renee S. Byrd\, BS\, MSEd \nInstructor: Elyssa Galloway\, MSN\, BSN\, RN
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/idhs-mch-nurse-navigator/
CATEGORIES:Bureau of Maternal & Child Health,CHTC,IDHS MCH - Nurse Navigators
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
CREATED:20250523T194447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T191633Z
UID:10000002-1743670800-1743696000@springfieldul.org
SUMMARY:IWIC Frontline Training
DESCRIPTION:State and local agency personnel working in the support staff capacity with the Illinois WIC Program. \nCourse Length 1 day\nClass Times 09:00 AM – 04:00 PM \nCourse Description\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. \n \nPerformance Objectives\n\n\nUpon completion of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nReference the WIC Policy and Procedure Manual regarding support staff responsibilities including the eligibility requirements of the WIC Program\nAccess the IWIC system and accurately complete a participant search\nDemonstrate proficiency in enrolling new participants in IWIC\nDemonstrate an understanding of support staff responsibilities for various types of visits including benefit issuance\, future appointment scheduling and participant referrals\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Instructions \n\nSpecial Instructions: In order for staff attending this training to receive the greatest benefit\, the attendee should have at least one month of experience in the role of Frontline staff. Attendees must also complete the following on the Frontline Orientation checklist: \n\n1. Illinois WIC Management Information System (MIS) Basics – All sections\n2. Illinois WIC Frontline Role and Eligibility Determination Process – All sections\n3. Illinois WIC Frontline Role with Nutrition Education\, Documentation and Customer Services (PCS) – All sections\n4. Illinois Authorized WIC Food List\n5. Illinois Authorized WIC LA Vendor List\n6. Complete the New User System Access Request; Initial Log In and Enrollment in both the Training & Production Environments; and WIC Coordinator must log into both the Training and Production environments to activate Staff Accounts & Assigning Roles.\nBy registering for this training\, I certify I have completed the above Pre-Work to attend IWIC Frontline Training\nIn order to receive a certificate of completion\, you must attend all day and complete the assigned training scenarios.\n\n\n\n\nCourse Code PT – WIC \n\n\n\nClock Hours (Social Workers) 0.00 \n\n\n\nContact Hours 0.00 \n\n\n\nTrainer(s) V. Mina Caban\, BS; Monica Murphy-Hayes\, BS\, CLE \n\nTraining Type WIC
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/157/
LOCATION:Springfield\, 100 North 11th St\, Springfield\, IL\, 67203\, United States
CATEGORIES:CHTC,WIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T104650
CREATED:20250523T194447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T194447Z
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SUMMARY:Bureau of Maternal & Child Health (BMCH) Combined Training
DESCRIPTION:State and local agency personnel working as Case Managers with the Family Case Management Program. \nRegistration for this course closes one week prior to the training date. \n\n\n\nCourse Length: 3 days \n\n\nClass Times: 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM \n\n\n\nCourse Description \n\nPurpose: To enable the learner to have the knowledge and skills required to meet program standards in the policies\, practices and procedures of the Cornerstone software system. The classroom training is designed to address the needs of new case managers and cover each step of the Case Management process: client identification or outreach; assessment; service planning and resource identification; linking clients to services and coordination; monitoring services; advocacy and evaluation. The software training will provide a “hands-on” approach to the Family Case Management functions within the Cornerstone software system including: Client Enrollment\, Completion of Assessment Tools\, Development of Care Plans\, Documentation of Case Notes\, Referring/Scheduling Clients and Recording Time & Activity Logs. \n**Attendees are required to complete 9 web-based modules prior to the face-to-face portion of the training.** \n\nPlanner: Marlin D. Hollis\, BA\, MPA
URL:https://springfieldul.org/event/bureau-of-maternal-child-health-bmch-combined-training/
LOCATION:Springfield\, 100 North 11th St\, Springfield\, IL\, 67203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bureau of Maternal & Child Health,CHTC
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