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Government Contracting 101

March 5, 2025Virtual

In this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting, we cover how to navigate, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal, state or local level. After attending this class…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Knox/Scotland County

March 7, 2025In-personRutledgeMO

The MU Extension’s Private Pesticide Applicator Training teaches farmers and other pesticide users how to handle and apply pesticides safely and effectively. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Missouri Department of Agriculture require this training to demonstrate an understanding of…

Selling at the Farmers Market 2025

March 10, 2025 - March 14, 2025Virtual

Producers selling local foods at the farmers market can learn about marketing strategies, state regulations, value added products, and business planning, in this five-part online series. This lunch-and-learn webinar is presented by University of Missouri Extension.

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Certifications for Women-Owned Businesses (Hybrid Event)

March 12, 2025HybridBridgetonMO

In this one-hour class, we cover the different certifications available for Women-Owned Businesses, including the SBA's WOSB and Missouri's WBE. We will also discuss the eligibility requirements for each certification, what benefits they provide, and how to apply for them.

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Youth Mental Health First Aid (virtual)

March 13, 2025Virtual

Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training course that teaches participants about mental health and substance-use challenges.

This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to a young…

Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

March 19, 2025Virtual

This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that effectively communicates…

Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

March 19, 2025Virtual

Preschool Child Care Collaborative Network: Creating Developmentally Appropriate Environments in Preschool Classrooms

March 29, 2025In-personHillsboroMO

This session is for early child care educators and qualifies for 1 MOPD Clock Hour. This training will help child care professionals providing services for preschoolers think through how they can arrange their environment and provide and organize materials to best support the developmental needs…

Preschool Child Care Collaborative Network: I Can Do It! Supporting Independence

March 29, 2025In-personHillsboroMO

This session is for child care educators and qualifies for 1 MOPD Hour. Fostering independence in young children builds self-esteem and self-confidence and helps to avoid over-reliance on adults. This training will focus on developmentally appropriate practice to help preschoolers develop…

Preschool Child Care Collaborative Network: Infusing Science, Technology, Engineering & Math in Preschool Programs

March 29, 2025In-personHillsboroMO

This program is for child care educators and qualifies for 1 MOPD clock hour. As our world rapidly advances, the importance of developing skills and knowledge in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) is increasingly relevant. Early childhood is one of the best times to lay the…

Government Contracting 101

April 2, 2025Virtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

April 16, 2025Virtual

Government Contracting 101

May 7, 2025Virtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

May 21, 2025Virtual

Show Me Neighborhood Art Week 2025

June 1, 2025 - June 14, 2025HybridSpringfieldMO

Description:
Show Me Neighborhood Art Week is open to any resident of Missouri. This Community Arts effort by University of Missouri Extension seeks to empower public art made by residents as a contribution to the sense of place where they live.

Missourians -- regardless of age or experience -- are encouraged to participate by…

Government Contracting 101

June 4, 2025Virtual

WeCanPROSPER Resilience Training

June 11, 2025Virtual

WeCanPROSPER Resilience Training (WRT) is a research-based training grounded in a long tradition of resilience enhancement science that enables participants to improve personal stress management, clarify their resilience needs, identify relevant supportive resources, and…