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Professional Development Institute
Each year, NSDTA sponsors a Professional Development Institute that serves as a forum for the advancement of knowledge and skills of Training Services professionals from beginner to seasoned specialist. The goal of each presentation is to enhance the knowledge and skills of the adult learner. The desired result for each workshop is a participant enriched in knowledge, skills and attitude.

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NSDTA's 2012 Annual
Professional Development Institute

October 14 - 17, 2012

Portland, Oregon

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Call for Presentations

NSDTA is looking for exciting and educational workshops to be presented at its annual Professional Development Institute.

Share your knowledge, expertise and best practices!

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This institute is the premier national training and networking event for people involved in human services training, staff development and organizational development.  Presenters represent governmental agencies including human services, public health, child welfare, corrections and human rights, as well as nongovernmental agencies including private sector child welfare and community-based organizations.

Goal of the Professional Development Institute
Through its annual Professional Development Institutes, The National Staff Development and Training Association works to:

  • Advance knowledge and skills of Human Services Training, Staff Development, Quality Assurance and Organizational Effectiveness;
  • Provide for the interactive exchange of ideas, research, practice models and products, programs and technologies
  • Promote interaction, affiliation and leadership among Training Services Professionals within the Public Human Services.

 


Joan Carrera Memorial Scholarships
The 2012 nomination forms will be available soon. The deadline will be in June, 2012.
NSDTA believes the opportunity to attend its Institutes should be shared with as many human services training professionals as possible, but it also recognizes that many agencies simply may not have the funds necessary to send staff. To that end, NSDTA has decided to offer the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to attend our annual Institute. These scholarships are being named for Joan Carrera, a pioneer in staff development and training from HHS, and a true friend, mentor, and inspiration to NSDTA. The scholarships cover registration, hotel, travel and per diem costs.

Awards
The 2012 nomination forms will be available soon. The deadline will be in June, 2012.
NSDTA is pleased to offer the opportunity to recognize outstanding performance in the training and development field. Awards are open to any individual, agency, company, or program that provides training for public sector employees.

Workshop Presenters
NSDTA invites presentations featuring areas of knowledge, skills and program development representing the wide range of services and programs provided by Training Services, Quality Assurance and Organizational Effectiveness professionals.

If you’re looking for tips for presenting workshops, check out our Guidelines for Workshop Presenters.


Ongoing Training Events and Resources Available

  • Learning Opportunity for Child Welfare Middle Managers
    The Leadership Academy for Middle Managers (LAMM) is a wonderful learning Opportunity.  The LAMM will provide middle managers in state, regional, county, and tribal child welfare agencies cutting-edge training in leadership and workforce development.  This academy is part of the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute, a member of the T/TA network of the Children's Bureau.
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    View the complete LAMM program and nomination information packet


     
  • The Leadership Academy for Supervisors (LAS)

    The Leadership Academy for Supervisors (LAS) is an exciting resource for supervisors in public, private and tribal child welfare agencies that provide child welfare services.  This is a unique professional development opportunity to enhance leadership skills and network with others through regional peer networking forums. 
    Certificates and/or CEUs are available for those who complete the training requirements.

    http://www.ncwwi.org

 


Give Us Your Opinion: NSDTA Interest Survey 
The NSDTA Board is interested in expanding its outreach and service to human services staff development professionals via a variety of means. The purpose of this short 10-15 minute survey is learn from you what products and services you want to support your practice.


 

Highlights from the 2011 Professional Development Institute


 
Highlights from past Professional Development Institutes

2010 - Boston
2008 - Atlanta

2007 - Dallas
2006 - Minneapolis
2005 - Washington D.C.
2004 - Chicago

Past Institute Locations

Past Award Winners 
NSDTA is proud of its past award winners.  Here is a complete list of those who have been honored by NSDTA.

 


NSDTA is an affiliate of the American Public Human Services Association.  

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