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Improve your skills and keep up with all the latest information in our ongoing training events. We offer a variety of training programs focused on the topics that matter.

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April 2025
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Supervision Boot Camp: Frontline Series (4-Day program)

Supervisors today face a world of tremendous change and challenge. This program is designed for new and experienced supervisors and managers who want to keep their knowledge and skill consistent with, or a step ahead, of the demands of the work place. The Boot Camp has been designed to build skills in the basic competencies that supervisors […]
14 - 17 Apr
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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Early-Stage Business Boot Camp – Ava – (4-Week / 8-Session Program)

Are you an aspiring or early-stage small business owner? The Early-Stage Business Boot Camp helps entrepreneurs look at all aspects of their business, explore the feasibility of a new business venture, and learn how to develop a viable business model. During this fast-paced, interactive, fun, and energizing program, attendees will discover the best practices, talk […]
14 Apr - 08 May
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
305 E Washington Avenue, Ava, MO 65608
305 E Washington Avenue, Ava, MO 65608
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NSF SBIR Interactive Workshop – Missouri S&T – Rolla, MO

This day and a half in-person workshop is designed to assist technology start-ups or businesses and university researchers developing a startup, that have a breakthrough technology, in learning how to apply for the National Science Foundation (NSF) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Grants and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) to fund their R&D. This hands-on […]
16 - 17 Apr
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Missouri S&T
12350 Private Drive 7002, Rolla, MO 65401
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Officers Response to Mental Health Crisis

The Officers Response to Mental Health Crisis will focus on training officers on how to respond to calls where someone is dealing with a mental health crisis.  These types of calls include: Recognizing Warning Signs of Suicide Recognizing Trauma, Stress & PTSD Depression, Bi-Polar & Stigma Understanding Psychosis Understanding Autism Spectrum Understanding Dementia & Alzheimer’s
17 Apr
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
MSU Public Safety Training Center
35 College St., Camdenton, MO 65020
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Innovate SOMO Week

Innovate SOMO Week

Innovate SOMO Week is a community-driven, hybrid event designed to highlight entrepreneurial success, workforce development and economic innovation across the 47 counties of Southern Missouri. While Springfield and Cape Girardeau serve as innovation hubs, the goal is to showcase activity happening in all communities — big and small. Whether that means featuring a high-growth tech […]
21 - 25 Apr
All Day
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Discover & Lead with Your Strengths

Every day employees are spending more and more time working in team and group situations. But few of them have ever received any training in how to succeed in these situations. Many employees are even threatened by the process. During this program, you will learn and practice the fundamentals of building effective and productive work […]
22 Apr
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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AI Simplified: Practical Tools for Business Productivity

Are you curious about how artificial intelligence can help save you time, reduce stress, and achieve more? Join us for an engaging, hands-on workshop designed to demystify generative AI and show you how to use it effectively in your daily work and personal projects. Whether you’re a small business owner, employee, or community member, this […]
23 Apr
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
efactory
405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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Introduction to Grant Writing

As a seasoned grant writer or newcomer, you will practice the essentials of writing grant proposals in this interactive and creative workshop. You will learn everything from how to write, research and locate funding sources to where to find grant writing tips and tutorials that have taken years of expertise to cultivate. This includes where […]
25 Apr
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
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405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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Achieving Results Without Authority

As more companies reorganize along horizontal rather than vertical lines, the need emerges for those in non-authoritative positions to encourage action from others to achieve business objectives and manage projects. Cultivating positive influence, cooperation and negotiation skills are essential for anyone who needs to get work done though others. This seminar examines principles, strategies, and […]
29 Apr
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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The Effective Leader

Increasingly, organizations are realizing the need for leadership at all levels. Because people want to be led, not managed, managers need to develop as leaders in addition to being highly competent in functional management areas. There is an impressive body of knowledge regarding leadership, and the skills needed to be an effective leader. The Effective […]
30 Apr
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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May 2025
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LEOSA Training Course

Missouri State University is your certified training provider for the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) HR-218 in southern Missouri.  As a qualified retired or separated officer, you may earn your LEOSA credentials for conceal and carry after successfully completing this training. We will shoot the State mandated 50 round qualification at the firing range. To […]
03 May
9:00 am - 10:00 am
MSU - Hammons Student Center Firing Range
731 Bear Blvd, Springfield, MO 65897
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LEOSA Training Course

Missouri State University is your certified training provider for the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) HR-218 in southern Missouri.  As a qualified retired or separated officer, you may earn your LEOSA credentials for conceal and carry after successfully completing this training. We will shoot the State mandated 50 round qualification at the firing range. To […]
03 May
10:00 am - 11:00 am
MSU - Hammons Student Center Firing Range
731 Bear Blvd, Springfield, MO 65897
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