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Vehicle Rescue: Operations - CR26138

March 28, 2026 - March 29, 2026In-personLincolnMO

Today vehicle extrication is as much a part of the fire service as firefighting. This class deals with tools and techniques required to remove an entrapped victim from a vehicle accident. Emphasis is on proper use of powered and manual rescue tools and air bags, coordination with EMS personnel,…

Antlers, Anglers, and Ag: Elevating Today's Outdoorsmen for Tomorrow's Harvest

March 28, 2026In-personNoveltyMO

Title: Antlers, Anglers, and Ag: Elevating Today's Outdoorsmen for Tomorrow's Harvest

Date: Saturday, March 28th, 2026

Location: Lee Greenley Jr. Memorial Research Farm (64399 Greenley Place, Novelty, Missouri 63460)

Per Person Attendance Fee for Audience: $ 25 (Lunch Included) 

Topics, Times and Presenters:

Early Child Care Supports Thriving Businesses (March 28, 2026)

March 28, 2026Virtual

Description: 

Learn about early child care’s impact on businesses. Without early child care, employers struggle to retain and recruit employees. Every year, Missouri loses $1.35 billion in economic opportunity and $280 million in tax revenue. Additionally, the affordability and availability of early child care in a community limits a…

Extension Garden Steward: Southeast Community Center

March 28, 2026In-personKansas CityMO

Looking for a crash course in gardening that covers all the essentials? 

Join us for the Extension Garden Steward: Green Thumb Bootcamp, a one-day seminar packed with gardening know-how and practical skills. With both presentations and activities, you’ll gain the tools you need to grow healthy plants, create beautiful landscapes, and…

State of Early Child Care in Missouri (March 2026)

March 28, 2026Virtual

Description: 

Learn some key stats about the state of early child care in Missouri. Learn about any current legislative action that is happening at the state-level and other statewide initiatives to improve early child care. Learn about any current legislative action that is happening at the federal-level and how it affects Missouri…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) - Ralls/Monroe

March 30, 2026In-personCenterMO

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…

The Power of Positive Teams

March 31, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

The Power of Positive Teams

Many organizations are feeling pressure due to the increased competition for talent, having fewer people to keep up, and operating in a constant state of change. As a lack of connection deteriorates team culture and engagement, remaining positive and avoiding the doom-and-gloom forecasts can be challenging. Building a…

Emergency Response to Ammonia Incidents - CH26121

March 31, 2026In-personBlue SpringsMO

Ammonia is one of the highest volume chemicals produced in the United States. It is used in the manufacturing of rocket fuels, synthetic fibers, yeast and explosives, with the most common use of fertilizer and as a refrigerant. With the current problem of theft of ammonia for drug production,…

Transforming Conflict into Positive Outcomes

April 1, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Transforming Conflict into Positive Outcomes

Does conflict sometimes interfere with the day-to-day operations of your organization? Actually, conflict is a natural and even beneficial fact of life in the business environment. However, when not managed well it can result in low morale, decreased productivity, high stress levels, and the loss of…

Table Gardening and Bucket Gardening

April 1, 2026In-personKansas CityMO

No space to make a garden?  Come learn how to garden using buckets, 55 gallon drums and potting soil.  You can take home a bucket to get your garden started - No Foolin'!

Cost:  $5 (supplies fee)

Location:  Kansas City North Community Center

Directions:  See website - https://www.visitkc.com/listings/…

Are You a Better Leader than a Pirate Captain?

April 2, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Are You a Better Leader than a Pirate Captain?

Leadership is a delicate balance of results and relationships. A recent Gallop poll found only 30% of employees say they are engaged and inspired at work. Perks, pay raises and promotions alone don’t do the job. What does create high job satisfaction is culture, teamwork and leadership. In this one…

Exterior Live Fire Skills - CP26134

April 4, 2026In-personSavannahMO

This class utilizes classroom, demonstration, and hands-on skills training that enables students to safely and effectively attack common exterior fire situations. Topics include size-up, hose stream management, car fires, dumpster fires, gas cylinder and flammable liquid…

Tomato Growers Bootcamp - Springfield

April 6, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Gardening time will be here before we know it!  Join us for the 2026 Tomato Growers Bootcamp to learn about all aspects of growing tomatoes.

Monday, April 6 from 6-8 pm at the Springfield Botanical Center, 2400 S. Scenic Ave. 

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. 

Building a Valuable Business: 8 Strategies to Maximize Company Value

April 7, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Building a Valuable Business: 8 Strategies to Maximize Company Value

Are you working long hours but feel like your business can’t run without you? Do you wonder what your business would be worth if you decided to sell? Is your company stuck at a plateau and unable to break through to the next level of growth?

If you answered yes to these…

Discover & Lead with Your Strengths

April 8, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Discover & Lead with Your Strengths

Every day employees are spending more and more time working in team and group situations. But few of them have ever received any training in how to succeed in these situations. Many employees are even threatened by the process.

During this program, you will learn and practice the fundamentals of…

Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Core - CP26281

April 10, 2026 - April 12, 2026In-personRocky ComfortMO

This course is designed for individuals who are new to the position of driver/operator, anticipate future promotion to that position or are preparing to sit for the State of Missouri driver/operator certification exam. In this class, students will discuss duties and…

Introduction to the Fire Service - CP26267

April 10, 2026 - April 19, 2026In-personGordonvilleMO

This introductory course for new fire service personnel acquaints participants with the basics of fireground duties. Discussions address fire service history, organization, fireground safety, and fire behavior. We will discuss and demonstrate basic hose practices, ground…

Fire Fighter I and II Live Fire Skills - CT26100

April 11, 2026In-personCape GirardeauMO

In order to meet certification requirements for NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, students must perform live fire skills in the presence of an approved evaluator. MU FRTI provides this opportunity through the use of mobile burn props that…

Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator: Pumper - CP26297

April 13, 2026 - April 17, 2026In-personBrooklingMO

his course is designed for individuals who are new to operating a pumper, anticipate future promotion to that position or are preparing to sit for the State of Missouri driver/operator pumper certification exam. In this class, students will build on the knowledge and…

Supervision Boot Camp: Frontline Series (4-Day program)

April 13, 2026 - April 16, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Supervision Boot Camp: Frontline Series (4-Day program)

Supervisors today face a world of tremendous change and challenge. This program is designed for new and experienced supervisors and managers who want to keep their knowledge and skill consistent with, or a step ahead, of the demands of the work place. The Boot Camp has been designed to…

The Great Game of Business® – Basic Financial Literacy for Product-Based Businesses

April 14, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

The Great Game of Business® – Basic Financial Literacy for Product-Based Businesses

At this training event, you will learn the fundamentals of the income statement, cash flow statement, and balance sheet.

Participants will engage in a hands-on, scenario-based learning experience for a product-based business that demonstrates how to read,…

Missouri Rural Food Access Partnership - April Community Roundtable

April 14, 2026Virtual

Virtual Community Roundtable Series

When: Second Tuesday of each month

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Where: Online via Zoom (registration required)

Join us for the Missouri Rural Food Access Partnership Virtual Community Roundtable! These monthly gatherings provide an opportunity to:

Explore innovative solutions to improve…

Certified Advanced Fire and Ambulance District Training: Sales Taxes, Fees, and Bonded Indebtedness - CP26289

April 14, 2026Virtual

In this course, participants will learn about ways to raise revenue for ambulance and fire protection districts other than property taxes and charitable donations and fundraisers. Participants will learn about sales and local use taxes, property tax rollbacks from sales tax collections, service…

Certified Advanced Fire and Ambulance District Training: Sales Taxes, Fees, and Bonded Indebtedness - CP26294

April 14, 2026Virtual

In this course, participants will learn about ways to raise revenue for ambulance and fire protection districts other than property taxes and charitable donations and fundraisers.Participants will learn about sales and local use taxes, property tax rollbacks from sales tax collections, service…

Composting

April 15, 2026In-personKansas CityMO

Presentation on composting at the Kansas City North Community Center.  North Kansas City Community Center is Located at 3930 NE Antioch Rd., Kansas City, MO 64117 


For more Information contact Dr. Todd Higgins at trhiggins@missouri.edu

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