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Professional Development for School Nurses
Colorado School Nurses are invited to attend a variety of trainings during the 2026-2027 school year. These trainings are provided free of charge to the participant by CDE School Nursing & Health.
- For questions about these trainings, please contact the CDE School Nurse Specialists.
- Trainings on this page are for School Nurses. Looking for trainings for trainings for UAPs, Staff or Students? View the Training Tools page.
2026-2027 School Nurse Professional Learning Opportunities
Printable List (pdf)
New School Nurses are also encouraged to attend "Trainings for All School Nurses"
School Nurse Fundamentals is a series of virtual webinars aimed at addressing some of the core specialty practice components. This series is appropriate for nurses new to school nursing and experienced school nurses wanting to update their knowledge.
Audience: All Colorado School Nurses
Registration: Zoom registration link sent a week in advance on CDE School Nurse Listserv
Recording: Recording sent to those who register on Zoom
Certificate: Certificate available for attendance at live session only if complete evaluation
- September 23, 2026 (Wed) 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
School Nurse Fundamentals: Delegation - October 22, 2026 (Thu) 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
School Nurse Fundamentals: Comparing IEP - 504 - IHP Plans - November 18, 2026 (Wed) 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
School Nurse Fundamentals: IEP Health Reports - December 15, 2026 (Tue) 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
School Nurse Fundamentals: Field Trips
School Health Updates
Important school health related updates and information with state agencies and partners.
Audience: All Colorado School Nurses
Registration: Zoom registration link sent a week in advance on CDE School Nurse Listserv
Recording: Recording sent to those who register on Zoom
Certificate: Certificate available for attendance at live session only if complete evaluation
- August 25, 2026 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- October 13, 2026 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- December 1, 2026 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- February 9, 2027 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- April 6, 2027 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Special Topic Trainings
Special topics relevant to today's Colorado School Nurse
Audience: All Colorado School Nurses
Registration: Zoom registration link sent a week in advance on CDE School Nurse Listserv
Recording: Recording sent to those who register on Zoom
Certificate: Certificate available for attendance at live session only if complete evaluation
- Special Topics Trainings may be added throughout the year and invitations will be sent through the CDE School Nurse Listserv.
2026 School Nurse Orientation
The 2026 School Nurse Orientation (SNO) for Colorado School Nurses was held July 14th & 15th virtually via Zoom and was not recorded. New school nurses who were not able to attend SNO are encouraged to explore the many resources available on the School Nurse Basics page and to attend other trainings listed on this webpage that are offered throughout the year.
New Nurse Office Hours
Time for new school nurses to connect and ask questions. Questions can also be emailed to our team anytime at SchoolNurseSpecialists@cde.state.co.us
Audience: New Colorado School Nurses
Registration: Zoom registration link sent a week in advance on CDE School Nurse Listserv
Recording: Not recorded
Certificate: No certificate
- September 8, 2026 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
- November 5, 2026 (Thu) 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
- January 12, 2027 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
- March 9, 2027 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
- May 11, 2027 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Colorado Asthma-Friendly Schools (CAFS) Professional Development Opportunities
Colorado Asthma-Friendly Schools (CAFS) Professional Development opportunities are open to all Colorado School Nurses. Participation in the AsthmaCOMP 2026-2027 Cohort is not a requirement. More information coming this fall about how your school can earn a Colorado Asthma-Friendly Schools Designation!
Audience: All Colorado School Nurses
Registration: Zoom registration links will be sent a week in advance on CDE School Nurse Listserv.
Recording: Recording sent to those who register on Zoom
Certificate: May be offered for some trainings
- October 20, 2026 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
CAFS Introduction webinar - statewide - December 8, 2026 (Tue) 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
CAFS statewide training - January 7, 2027 (Thu) 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
CAFS Recoginiton Program Review - January 13, 2027 (Wed) 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
CAFS Office Hour - February 24, 2027 (Wed) 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
CAFS statewide training - April 27, 2027 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
CAFS Toolkit Webinar (CAFS-Recognized Schools)
AsthmaCOMP Professional Learning Community 2026-2027 Cohort
AsthmaCOMP (Comprehensive School-Centered Asthma Program) is a statewide community of school nurses applying standardized best practice asthma care in schools.
Audience: Colorado School Nurses who have signed up to participate in the 2026-2027 AsthmaCOMP Cohort. See the AsthmaCOMP 2026-2027 Professional Learning Commmunity (PLC) page to learn more and to join this year's cohort.
Registration: Registration links will be sent to nurses who have enrolled in the 2026-2027 AsthmaCOMP Cohort.
Recording: Not available
Certificate: Not available
- September 29, 2026 (Tue) 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM AsthmaCOMP Introduction Meeting - AM session
- September 29, 2026 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM AsthmaCOMP Introduction Meeting - PM session
- October 7, 2026 (Wed) 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
AsthmaCOMP Office Hour - November 3, 2026 (Tue) 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
AsthmaCOMP SMARTIE Goal webinar - AM session - November 3, 2026 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
AsthmaCOMP SMARTIE Goal webinar - PM session - November 10, 2026 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM AsthmaCOMP Office Hour
- December 10, 2026 (Thu) 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
AsthmaCOMP SMART Therapy presentation - February 3, 2027 (Wed) 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
AsthmaCOMP Office Hour - April 14, 2027 (Wed) 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
AsthmaCOMP Office Hour - May 4, 2027 (Tue) 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
AsthmaCOMP Office Hour
On-Demand Online Course: Asthma Management Foundations & Challenges for School Nurses
On-Demand 1.5 hour asthma training for school nurses.
Objectives of the course:
- Describe 3 components of asthma care coordination for School Nurses
- Identify 3 asthma trigger mitigation strategies for School Nurses, including addressing poor air quality
- Use 2 evidence-based resources for asthma trigger mitigation strategies to enhance professional practice
Audience: School Nurses
Registration:
- If you have an existing CDE Moodle LMS account, log in and self-enroll in the course.
- If you are new to the CDE Moodle LMS platform, complete this form to register and enroll in the course.
Recording: Recordings included in CDE Learning Management System Moodle Course
Certificate: 1.5 hour certificate available after completing the lessons
- CDE Learning Management System Moodle / On-Demand Online Course
On-Demand Online Course: Building Bridges for Asthma Care - School Nurse Training Series
The Building Bridges for Asthma Care program was designed as a school nurse-oriented program by an interdisciplinary team of allergy and pulmonary specialists with input from stakeholders including a national steering committee and school nurses. This is considered a next level, comprehensive, systematic approach to a school-based asthma care program and school nurses can use it to build an asthma program for their schools. Prior to this course, we recommend you take our introductory Asthma Management Foundations & Challenges for School Nurses (above).
Audience: School Nurses
Registration: Enroll in the Building Bridges for Asthma Care - School Nurse Training Series HERE
Recording: Recordings included in CDE Learning Management System Moodle Course
Certificate: 1.5 hour certificate available after completing the lesson
- CDE Learning Management System Moodle / On-Demand Online Course