Train-the-trainer Calendar 2019

Residential Service Providers Training & Information Updates

November 7, 2018

Keeping current with training requirements

Two years ago the training requirements related to Community Residential Services Businesses went into effect. By law, the settings include all developmental disabilities residential programs including: Supported Living, Group Homes and Group Training Homes, Children’s Licensed Staff Residential, Alternative Living, and Companion Homes.

Upcoming training opportunities

New! Train-the-trainer Calendar 2019

The Community Residential Services Training Program is unveiling the 2019 Train-the-trainer Calendar. Based on requests and feedback, we are taking the 40 hour CORE trainers to a few new places! Email email Sarah Blanchette if you wish to receive these training dates in calendar format.

2019 Residential 40 hour CORE Train-the-Trainer dates and locations:

  • Lacey, WA: January 7 - 11
  • Spokane, WA: March 25 - 29
  • Everett, WA: May 13 - 17
  • Tacoma, WA: July 22 - 26
  • Kennewick, WA: Sept 16 - 20
  • Everett, WA: Nov 18 - 22

Community Residential Services CE Series Train-the-Trainer dates and locations

  • Everett, WA: Feb 4 - 8
  • Longview, WA: April 15 - 19
  • Spokane, WA: June 3 - 7
  • Everett, WA: Aug 19 - 23
  • Spokane, WA: Oct 14 - 18
  • Longview, WA: Dec 2 - 6

For other training opportunities and CE courses, please visit the DDA provider training opportunities page.

To announce training opportunities within your agency, contact Linda GilInclude the following information in your email:

  • Title of training
  • Dates/times, location (with address)
  • Speaker/presenter
  • Contact information for training registration
  • Is this approved for CE?
  • Who can attend?

For all other training questions contact Sarah Blanchette, Residential Provider Training Manager.