This virtual training aims to help staff - • Recognize characteristics of unusual behavior to determine if someone has ASD/IDD and discuss behaviors that can easily be misinterpreted as threatening or aggressive • Learn strategies for communication/ language processing and de-escalation • Understand the impact of sensory issues • Identify wandering and elopement risks and learn search strategies
• Review reasonable accommodations Our professional trainings cover the characteristics of ASD/IDD as they relate to communication strategies, sensory issues, social interaction and behavior; de- esclation techniques; reasonable accommodations; and other job-specific relevant information.
"Social Security: Fundamentals For Every Age"
Social Security isn't just a retirement issue - it's a lifelong planning topic. Learn the fundamentals of how the program works, what affects your future benefits, and how to plan smarter at every stage of life.
February 13th at 1pm
February 27th at 11am
"Getting to Know EMPOWER: Participant Technology in Action"
Explore the tools, technology, and experiences that help participants make the most of their retirement journey with EMPOWER.
(Presented by Empower, MSRP's Contractor for Plan Administrator)
February 9th at 11am
February 27th at 1pm
“Your Pension, Social Security, and MSRP: Retirement Income For Life!”
Wondering how much income you’ll need in retirement, when to claim Social Security, and how your State Pension and MSRP savings fit together? Join us to learn how to estimate benefits from all your retirement income sources and plan with confidence.
February 6th at 11am
February 20th at 1pm
"Your MSRP 457(b) and 401(k) Benefits: A Smart Start To
Financial Security"
Join us for a comprehensive overview of the State of Maryland’s 457(b) and 401(k) Supplemental Retirement Plans, designed to help you make the most of your available retirement benefits. Whether you are a new employee or looking to refresh your knowledge, this session will explain how these plans work, outline their key advantages, and show how they can support your long-term retirement goals as a public sector employee.
February 9th at 1pm
February 13that 11am
"Wellbeing And Medicare Essentials: Plan For A Thriving Retirement"
Whether retirement is right around the corner or a few years away, this webinar helps you plan holistically, so you can retire with clarity, confidence, and purpose. In this session, you’ll learn Medicare essentials and how smart healthcare choices support your overall wellbeing, peace of mind, and quality of life in retirement.
February 6that 1pm
February 20th at 11am
Yale Forest Forum Speaker Series, Spring 2026
The Yale Forest Forum kicked off with its first session on January 20th.
The third and final installment of the Yale Forest Forum forest history speaker series explores the profound transformations that have reshaped forestry over the past 50 years and examines how experts are imagining the future of forests and forestry.
Confirmed speakers and themes include:
The Evolution of Multiple Use: Susan Jane Brown, Principal and Chief Legal Counsel, Silvix Resources
Regional Shifts, Intensification, and Technological Innovations in Forestry: Tom Fox, Vice President of Forest Productivity and Optimization, Rayonier
How We Engage on Forests: John Gordon,Professor Emeritus of Forestry and Environmental Studies, The Forest School at Yale School of the Environment, and Lynn Jungwirth, Policy Director, The Watershed Center
Join us on Tuesdays from January 13 through April 21, 2026 from 12-1 PMU.S. ET.
Nature Education – starting March 2, 2026! This course is designed for educators, community leaders, parents, volunteers, and anyone passionate about integrating nature into education and daily life.
Course: Nature Education
Dates: March 2 – 29, 2026
Institution: Cornell University (Civic Ecology Lab)
Format: Online, interactive discussions, and practical applications
Certificate: Earn a Cornell University certificate (PDF) upon completion
In an era of rapid urbanization, nature education offers joy, well-being, and deeper connections to the environment. This course explores diverse nature education practices, including:
Unstructured outdoor play and adventure education
Citizen science and environmental stewardship
Forest schools and national park programs
Wilderness and urban nature centers
Through research-based insights and real-world examples, you’ll learn how nature education enhances human well-being, strengthens communities, and fosters environmental stewardship.
Flexible Learning
This course is asynchronous, meaning you can participate at any time of the day. The only live component is an optional webinar, which will also be recorded for later viewing.
What You’ll Gain:
Apply research on nature’s impact on health and well-being
Explore and critique different nature education models
Exchange ideas with global peers and instructors
Develop an action plan to integrate nature into your programs or daily life
Receive a Cornell University certificate (PDF)
Course Fees & Scholarships
Our program relies on your support, and we aim to make it accessible worldwide:
$90 – Participants from the United States, Canada, European countries, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, China, Israel, Australia, and New Zealand
$20 – Participants from all other countries (lower-income countries)
Competitive Scholarships Available (deadline: February 24) – Write a comprehensive essay and apply via our website
Invite Your Friends & Colleagues!
Learning is more rewarding together—share this opportunity with your network.
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