In-person Training
The 2024 in-person training schedule is in full swing! Whether you are a new or seasoned participant, these training sessions provide valuable information and resources to support the success of running CACFP at your institution. The training will include both lecture-style and interactive activities focusing on all aspects of the CACFP including recordkeeping and meal patterns.
To register for in-person training, you can either look at the "2024 Training Information and Opportunities" document or look through the calendar below. If you need assistance accessing the CACFP Training Calendar, please email Natalie Ostrander.
Online Training
CO.Train
CO.Train offers self-paced, online CACFP training for institutions. This is a five-part series that meets your CACFP Training requirement for participating institutions. These modules are designed to provide an alternative form of training and education to institutions and individuals who are unable to attend our in-person State training, institutions that want to train their staff on specific CACFP topics, and new institutions looking to participate in CACFP.
- Previous Virtual Trainings
- Module One: Recordkeeping Part One (held on 2/9/2023)
- Module Two: Recordkeeping Part Two (held on 2/23/2023)
- Module Three: Program Overview (held on 3/9/2023)
- Module Four: Meal Patterns (held on 3/23/2023)
- Module Five: Grains (held on 4/6/2023)
- Adult Day Care Training - Requirements (held on 4/27/2023)
At the Table - Live Q&A
At the Table is an open forum discussion created to engage and collaborate with institutions that work in Colorado communities. These virtual discussions allow the CACFP team to learn more about barriers, opportunities, and possible solutions, and consider customer input.
- Submit Future "At the Table" Topic Suggestions
To submit future "At the Table" suggestions, please fill out this Google Form.
- "At the Table" Archive
Bits and Bites Newsletter
Bits and Bites is the monthly newsletter published by the Colorado Child and Adult Care Food Program. It contains important updates on nutrition guidelines, meal planning tips, and upcoming training opportunities for childcare providers. Subscribers can also find delicious and healthy recipes to try out in their own kitchens.
Education
- Annual Civil Rights Training
- Civil Rights and Self-study Training Guide in English.
- Civil Rights and Self-study Training Guide in Español (Spanish).
- Supplemental Civil Rights Guide for Directors in English.
- Supplemental Civil Rights Guide for Directors in Español (Spanish).
- Applying Your Civil Rights Knowledge in English.
- Applying Your Civil Rights Knowledge in Español (Spanish).
- Staff Training Sample Template.
- Supplemental Training Videos
- Resources
- How-to complete the monthly roster.
- How-to complete the sign-in and sign-out records (video).
- How-to complete and use "Records of Meals Served" (ROMS) (video).
- How-to complete and use the "Income Eligibility Forms" (IEFs) (video).
- CDPHE Annual CACFP Training for Child Care Centers Slides.
- CACFP Meal Planner Nutrition Training.
- Meal Pattern Training