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The SkillBuilder training calendar is published three times a year in January, May, and September by the West Virginia Commission for National and Community Service. The next PRINT DEADLINE for events taking place September 2009 through January 2010 is August 8, 2009. Submissions may be made online at any time. The deadline applies only to getting your training listed in the next printed version of SkillBuilder.

ID		Course Name, Date, Time, Location, Instructor, Fee		How to Register		Course Description
1003		FREE 4-Day Watershed Training! Eastern Coal Regional Roundtable Starts: 07/07/2009, 00 PM Ends: 07/10/2009, 00 PM Mullens Opportunity Center, Mullens WV Instructor: WV Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and WV Committee for National and Community Service (CNCS) Registration Fee: none		To register, please contact: Kelsey Fischer 304-294-1005 info@easterncoal.org		Summer Practicum is geared for new and developing watershed groups. This is your chance to get out of the classroom and get dirty! Watershed groups will participate in 4 days of intense, hands-on practice in water monitoring and organization development. Organizations should bring two (2) individuals from their organization (one to participate in each track). Participants will leave with Save our Streams Certification-- Level I and Level II Certification (through WVDEP) and Leadership Plenty for Watersheds Certification. As with the spring training, all costs are covered by an EPA grant (so it's free for you!) See www.easterncoal.org for more information and a registration form.
992		Batter Up! Leadership in a Time of Crisis Faces of Leadership Conference Starts: 07/14/2009, 1:30 PM Ends: Same Day , 3:00 PM Charleston Civic Center Instructor: Ruth G. Wylie, John E. Barnette, Mountain State University, School of Leadership and Professional Development Registration Fee: Part of conference fee		To register, please contact: Moya Doneghy 304-558-0111 moya.doneghy@wv.gov		What is a crisis? How will you cope? Learn to keep your head in the game when a crisis occurs. This workshop will explore leadership in crisis situations. If you’re the one who’s there when the fire starts, you’re in charge!!! Using real life examples, participants will examine the nature of crises and the implications for leaders. Come learn the seven essential strategies for successful crisis leadership. Be ready when you’re called on to step up!
991		Basics in Effective Volunteer Management Faces of Leadership Conference Starts: 07/14/2009, 1:30 PM Ends: Same Day , 5:00 PM Charleston Civic Center Instructor: Patrick Nestor, Carl Townsend, WVU Extension Registration Fee: Part of conference fee		To register, please contact: Moya Doneghy 304-558-0111 moya.doneghy@wv.gov		Whether you are new in leading a volunteer program or a seasoned veteran, this workshop will give you information that helps strengthen programs to meet the needs of volunteers, clients and the community. During this session volunteer program managers will learn of the ten areas of competency for volunteer program management success, and will gain a mastery of understanding in four of these competencies, motivation, system management, risk management and evaluation
994		What Do You Want From Me? Crisis Leadership Faces of Leadership Conference Starts: 07/15/2009, 3:30 PM Ends: Same Day , 5:00 PM Charleston Civic Center Instructor: Ruth G. Wylie, John E. Barnette, Mountain State University, School of Leadership and Professional Development Registration Fee: Part of conference fee		To register, please contact: Moya Doneghy 304-558-0111 moya.doneghy@wv.gov		What do people expect of a leader in a crisis situation? What do they want a leader to do? How can leaders meet so many expectations? Find out how emotions affect leaders and others involved in a crisis before, during and after the event - no matter who is “in charge”. Using hands-on activities, participants will learn how to clarify values, create hope and connect with others.
993		Don’t Be an Ostrich! Faces of Leadership Conference Starts: 07/15/2009, 1:30 PM Ends: Same Day , 3:00 PM Charleston Civic Center Instructor: Alexandra Podolny & Joshua Easton, University of Maryland, Center for Health and Homeland Security Registration Fee: Part of conference fee		To register, please contact: Moya Doneghy 304-558-0111 moya.doneghy@wv.gov		What if there was a serious fire at your agency’s building? What if your office was flooded? How would you continue to provide the services you offer? What about your records? Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) ensures that your organization can maintain essential functions during and after any emergency. Learn the key elements of a functional COOP plan. Leave with a COOP template and fundamental planning tools for your agency. Don’t hide our head in the sand! If you don’t have a plan in place, you can’t afford to miss this session!!
996		5th Annual Walk-A-Thon American Red Cross-Greenbrier Valley Chapter Starts: 07/20/2009, 9:00 AM Ends: Same Day , 4:00 PM Greenbrier Valley Medical Center Track Instructor: Registration Fee: $5.00		To register, please contact: Davis Musser 304-645-1070 gdavisarcgvc@yahoo.com		A fun filled day with good food and entertainment
860		Homebuyer Education KISRA Starts: 08/20/2009, 6:00 PM Ends: Same Day , 9:00 PM 1448 10th Ave., Suite 205, Huntington Instructor: Patricia Scott Registration Fee: FREE		To register, please contact: Patricia Scott 304-768-1300 (Must call to register) patricias@kisra.org		The modules we discuss in homebuyer education are as follows: 1. Preparing for Homeownership 2. Shopping for a Home 3. Obtaining a Mortgage 4. Life as a Homeowner 5. Managing Your Finances
990		Getting it Done: Developing a Fundable Restoration Plan Canaan Valley Institute Starts: 09/15/2009, 8:30 AM Ends: 09/17/2009, 3:00 PM Canaan Valley Resort, Davis, WV Instructor: CVI Staff Registration Fee: $950.00		To register, please contact: Paula Worden 800.922.3601 ext 223 paula.worden@canaanvi.org		The focus of the course will be the process of performing watershed and stream corridor assessment, analyzing the information, developing a restoration plan, and implementing the plan via a case study. To demonstrate the process, a comprehensive case study will be explored. The importance of successful collaboration and cooperation of stakeholders and agencies will be emphasized. Several private, state, and federal funding mechanisms for restoration projects, including mitigation and mitigation banking, will be highlighted. The administrative components of a successful watershed management plan will be discussed, as will project management details such as scheduling and managing design work, coordination of construction crews and contractors, and recruitment and retention of volunteers.
861		Homebuyer Education KISRA Starts: 09/17/2009, 6:00 PM Ends: Same Day , 9:00 PM 1448 10th Ave., Suite 205, Huntington Instructor: Patricia Scott Registration Fee: FREE		To register, please contact: Patricia Scott 304-768-1300 (Must call to register) patricias@kisra.org		The modules we discuss in homebuyer education are as follows: 1. Preparing for Homeownership 2. Shopping for a Home 3. Obtaining a Mortgage 4. Life as a Homeowner 5. Managing Your Finances
955		Financial & Estate Planning and Changes in the Law Altenheim Resource & Referral Center Starts: 09/24/2009, 9:00 AM Ends: Same Day , 12:00 Altenheim Resource & Referral Center, 1359 National Road, Wheeling WV 26003 Instructor: Gerald Townsend, Attorney at Law, Elderlaw specialist Registration Fee: Free		To register, please contact: Ann Koegler 304 243-0996 akoegler@verizon.net		Mr. Townsend will address issues regarding estate planning that seniors and caregivers - family and professional - need to know. Mr. Townsend will talk about what Medicare does and does not cover, documents that are important to financial management and health care with seniors and caregivers, Medicaid and the changes brought about by the Deficit Reduction Act. Seating is limited so call to reserve your space at this free informational program!
863		Homebuyer Education KISRA Starts: 10/22/2009, 6:00 PM Ends: Same Day , 9:00 PM 1448 10th Ave., Suite 205, Huntington Instructor: Patricia Scott Registration Fee: FREE		To register, please contact: Patricia Scott 304-768-1300 (Must call to register) patricias@kisra.org		The modules we discuss in homebuyer education are as follows: 1. Preparing for Homeownership 2. Shopping for a Home 3. Obtaining a Mortgage 4. Life as a Homeowner 5. Managing Your Finances
950		Grantwriting Basics Kanawha County Public Library Starts: 11/04/2009, 1:00 PM Ends: Same Day , 5: PM Ray Room, Charleston Public Library Instructor: Kim Barber Tieman Registration Fee: Free		To register, please contact: Olivia Bravo 304-343-4646 olivia.l.bravo@kanawha.lib.wv.us		Grantwriting Basics is intended to build new capacity for nonprofit organizations. It is designed for people without grantwriting experience who want to learn the process through practical application. This introductory class will cover the elements of a grant proposal and the information organizations need to have in place before they begin to write.