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Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) - Virtual (December)

December 9, 2026Virtual

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR)

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training that teaches participants how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. Participants learn how to offer hope and help connect someone to lifesaving support.

Participants learn how to…

Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual December

December 10, 2026Virtual

Event Details

Date: December 12, 2026Time: 9:00am-3:30pmCost: FreeSponsored by: MFA

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) teaches participants how to recognize signs that a youth may be developing a mental health or substance use challenge and how to offer initial support. Participants also learn how to encourage and connect youth to…

5 Dysfunctions of a Team

December 11, 2026In-personSedaliaMO

Even the best businesses struggle when communication breaks down and trust is lacking. Based on Patrick Lencioni's best-selling leadership model, this course helps business owners and team leaders identify the common barriers that prevent teams from reaching their full potential.

Learn practical strategies to:

Improve…

Pearls of Production Grand Finale - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer

December 11, 2026 - December 12, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Pearls of Production Conference

Date: December 11-12, 2026

Event Description:
Join us for the annual Pearls of Production Conference, designed to provide practical knowledge, hands-on learning, and networking opportunities for livestock producers.

Participants may register for Friday only, Saturday only, or both days of the…

7 Habits of Highly Effective People

December 15, 2026 - December 17, 2026In-personSedaliaMO

The habits of successful leaders don't happen by chance; they're built intentionally. Based on Stephen Covey's proven principles, this course helps participants improve productivity, strengthen relationships, make better decisions, and become more effective leaders. Whether you're managing employees, serving customers, or growing your business…

Third Spaces: Creative Entrepreneurial Places - A REACH Program for Cultivating Community Entrepreneurship

December 17, 2026In-personCamdentonMO

The REACH Community Collaborative proudly presents Third Spaces: Creative Entrepreneurial Places.

Elena Stephenson, Field Specialist in Community Development at MU Extension, focusing on community arts and creative placemaking in Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties, will lead participants in a discussion about creative third spaces;…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - COOPER COUNTY

January 5, 2027In-personBoonvilleMO

MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) provides the required education for individuals seeking Private Applicator or “Provisional” Private Applicator certification under Category 20 – General Agricultural Pest Control (CORE). Certification is administered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and authorizes…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - COOPER COUNTY Prairie Land FS

January 5, 2027In-personPilot GroveMO

2027 MU Commercial Pesticide Applicator Training

January 12, 2027 - January 18, 2027HybridMO

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) -MORGAN COUNTY

January 12, 2027In-personBarnettMO

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) -MORGAN COUNTY

January 14, 2027In-personVersaillesMO

2027 Master Naturalist Core Training - Camdenton

January 19, 2027 - May 4, 2027In-personCamdentonMO

The Missouri Master Naturalist program mixes science with service, engaging Missourians in stewardship of the state’s natural resources through science-based education and volunteer community service.

Participants receive natural resource based training from natural resource experts on topics including:
History of…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) -HOWARD COUNTY

January 22, 2027In-personFayetteMO

Virtual Living a Healthy Life with Diabetes (DSMP) _Feb-March 2027

February 4, 2027 - March 11, 2027Virtual

Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) is an evidence-based 6-week class for individuals living with type 2 diabetes and their caregivers designed to help you better manage your diabetes by learning important self-management skills and techniques. Participants make weekly action plans, share experiences, and help each other solve problems they…

Reimagining Your Workforce Lake of the Ozarks

March 10, 2027In-personCamdentonMO

Reimagining Your Workforce Conference brings together employers, workforce professionals, educators, and community leaders to explore practical workforce solutions, second-chance hiring strategies, recovery-friendly workplace practices, and innovative approaches to strengthening today’s workforce. Participants will hear directly from employers…

Heroes to Hives Missouri: 2027 Enrollment

March 24, 2027 - October 31, 2027Virtual

Missouri is proud to be the first state chapter of the national Heroes to Hives program. Heroes to Hives supports the financial and personal wellness of veterans through free professional training and community development centered on beekeeping.

Veterans leave the program with a broad depth of beekeeping knowledge, along with personal…