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Training & Development Services Catalog

Explore workforce, leadership, executive development, consulting, assessment, and supplemental material offerings available through Colorado's Training, Assessment, and Development Program contract.

Travel expenses are not included in the pricing below and will be billed separately in accordance with current GSA per diem rates.

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Featured Services

Featured Services

Assessments

Competency-based assessments aligned to Colorado's leadership framework.

Executive Coaching

One-on-one coaching for leaders and executives focused on impact and effectiveness.

Team Building

Facilitated sessions that improve collaboration, trust, and team performance.

Mentorship Programs

Structured mentoring programs designed to accelerate employee development.

Train-the-Trainer

Build internal capability and sustain learning long after training concludes.

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Level 1 — Workforce Development

Build the Core Skills That Strengthen Public Service

Designed for individual contributors who want to improve communication, accountability, collaboration, customer service, and professional effectiveness.

AccountabilityCommunicationCustomer ServiceInterpersonal Skills
Workforce

Accountability and Delivering on Expectations

This session focuses on accountability and delivering on expectations. Leaders learn a clear framework to take ownership, respond effectively to feedback, and set measurable expectations that drive results.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
Accountability
Workforce

Giving and Receiving Feedback

This session teaches leaders how to give and receive critical feedback clearly, constructively, and consistently. Participants learn a practical feedback framework to prepare conversations, manage emotions, activate dialogue, and follow up to drive improvement.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
Communication
Workforce

Conflict Styles and Solutions

This session helps leaders understand their personal conflict style and learn practical techniques for addressing and resolving workplace conflict. Participants gain tools to navigate difficult conversations, manage emotions, and turn disagreements into productive outcomes.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
CommunicationInterpersonal Skills
Workforce

Emotional Intelligence for the Individual

This session explores emotional intelligence and how individual strengths impact self-awareness, stress management, and relationships. Participants complete an assessment to identify their current level of emotional intelligence in all 12 areas and learn practical strategies to strengthen emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
Interpersonal Skills
Workforce

Managing Up

This session helps participants understand different leadership communication styles using the Communication Compass framework. Individuals learn how to adapt their message, bridge style differences, and communicate more effectively to drive alignment and results.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
Communication
Workforce

Build Leadership Brand without the Title

This session helps emerging leaders build a strong leadership brand before holding a formal title. Participants learn how everyday behaviors—respect, trust, listening, partnership, and support—shape influence, credibility, and impact.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
CommunicationInterpersonal Skills
Workforce

Speaking Up for Impact

This session helps individuals build the confidence and skills to speak up with clarity and influence in meetings and key conversations. Participants learn practical techniques to organize their ideas, communicate with purpose, and ensure their voice is heard and respected.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
CommunicationInterpersonal Skills
Workforce

Combine Any 2 Courses as 1 Half-Day Course

This half-day experience combines any two Level 1 courses (excluding Managing Up) into a cohesive, high-impact learning session at a discounted rate. Allows participants to connect complementary competencies within a single, structured learning block. (Exception: Managing Up excluded.)

Half Day
In Person or Virtual
See Above
Workforce

Mastering the Moment

Learn how to recognize triggers, manage emotional reactions, and respond with clarity instead of impulse. This session equips participants with strategies to remain composed and in control—no matter the pressure.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
AccountabilityInterpersonal Skills
Workforce

Turning Conflict into Collaboration

Conflict doesn't have to divide—it can create stronger teams. Learn how to address disagreements respectfully and transform tension into productive dialogue.

Half Day
In Person or Virtual
CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCustomer Service
Workforce

Staying Cool Under Pressure

Explore the science behind stress and build a personal toolkit for staying calm, focused, and resilient—especially when things get hectic.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
AccountabilityInterpersonal Skills
Workforce

Own Your Day

Discover practical techniques for managing time, setting priorities, and minimizing distractions. This course helps professionals take control of their schedule and energy.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
Accountability
Workforce

Doing the Right Thing at Work

Understand how ethical behavior builds trust and strengthens workplace culture. Explore common scenarios and frameworks for making the right call—especially when no one's watching.

Half Day
In Person or Virtual
AccountabilityInterpersonal Skills
Workforce

Better Together

Effective collaboration is more than just teamwork—it's about shared ownership and trust. Learn tools and mindsets that lead to better results through collective effort.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCustomer Service
Workforce

Workplace Respect: The Culture Multiplier

Respectful workplaces are more engaged, productive, and inclusive. This session explores behaviors, boundaries, and everyday actions that foster mutual respect.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
Interpersonal SkillsCommunicationAccountability
Workforce

People Skills for Tough Situations

Learn how to stay calm, confident, and constructive when facing challenging personalities. Gain communication tools that reduce tension and increase understanding.

Half Day
In Person or Virtual
CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCustomer Service
Workforce

Listen Like You Mean It

Active listening is a superpower. This class teaches techniques to improve attention, reduce misunderstandings, and build stronger professional relationships.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
CommunicationInterpersonal Skills
Workforce

Learn to Learn

Develop strategies to absorb new information more effectively and adapt in fast-paced environments. Ideal for lifelong learners and those navigating change.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
Accountability
Workforce

Polish & Professionalism

From email tone to meeting conduct, etiquette shapes how you're perceived. This session refreshes the unspoken rules of professionalism with modern relevance.

2 Hours
In Person or Virtual
CommunicationAccountabilityInterpersonal Skills
Workforce

Service that Sticks

Explore the core principles of delivering exceptional customer experiences, internal and external. This session reinforces the behaviors that drive loyalty and satisfaction.

Half Day
In Person or Virtual
Customer ServiceCommunicationAccountability
Workforce

Think it Through

Learn how to analyze problems logically, challenge assumptions, and make better decisions. This course builds sharper minds for complex work environments.

Half Day
In Person or Virtual
Accountability
Workforce

Building Better Teams

Explore what makes teams thrive. This session equips leaders with strategies to build trust, foster collaboration, and unlock team potential.

2 Hours
Virtual
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication
Workforce

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Equip yourself with practical tools to analyze problems and make confident, effective decisions—individually and as a team.

2 Hours
Virtual
Strategic ThinkingAccountability
Workforce

Meeting Management

Turn meetings into momentum. Learn how to plan, lead, and follow up on meetings that engage and deliver results.

2 Hours
Virtual
CommunicationAccountability
Level 2 — Leadership Development

Develop Leaders Who Drive Performance and Results

Designed for supervisors and managers who lead teams and need to develop their leadership effectiveness, coaching, and strategic thinking capabilities.

Team LeadershipStrategic ThinkingChange Management
Leadership

Engaging and Retaining Gen Z

This session helps leaders understand what motivates Gen Z in the workplace and how to engage, develop, and retain this emerging generation. Participants learn practical strategies for communication, feedback, learning, and career development that align with Gen Z values and expectations.

2 Hours
In Person
Team LeadershipChange Management
Leadership

Leading Across Generations

This session equips leaders with practical tools to effectively lead teams made up of multiple generations. Participants learn how values, communication styles, and work expectations differ across age groups and how to bridge those differences to strengthen collaboration and performance.

2 Hours
In Person
Team LeadershipChange Management
Leadership

Leadership Styles

This session helps leaders understand different leadership styles and when to apply them for maximum effectiveness. Participants learn how resonant and dissonant styles impact performance, engagement, and results, and how to adapt their approach to different people and situations.

2 Hours
In Person
Team Leadership
Leadership

Adaptive Leadership

This session focuses on developing adaptive leadership skills to respond effectively to changing situations, team needs, and business challenges. Participants learn how to adjust their leadership style to drive performance, engagement, and resilience.

2 Hours
In Person
Team LeadershipChange Management
Leadership

Emotional Intelligence for the Individual

This session explores emotional intelligence and how individual strengths impact self-awareness, stress management, and relationships. Participants complete an assessment to identify their current level of emotional intelligence in all 12 areas and learn practical strategies to strengthen emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.

2 Hours
Virtual or In Person
Team Leadership
Leadership

Managing Up

This session helps participants understand different leadership communication styles using the Communication Compass framework. Leaders learn how to adapt their message, bridge style differences, and communicate more effectively to drive alignment and results.

2 Hours
Virtual or In Person
Team LeadershipStrategic Thinking
Leadership

Speaking Up for Impact

This session helps leaders build the confidence and skills to speak up with clarity and influence in meetings and key conversations. Participants learn practical techniques to organize their ideas, communicate with purpose, and ensure their voice is heard and respected.

2 Hours
In Person
Team Leadership
Leadership

Ready to Lead

Explore the mindset, behaviors, and skills that prepare individuals for leadership roles. Perfect for aspiring supervisors or emerging leaders ready for the next step.

Full Day
In Person
Team LeadershipStrategic Thinking
Leadership

Leading with EQ

Emotional intelligence impacts everything from communication to leadership. This course helps participants understand and manage emotions—both theirs and others'—to build trust and influence.

Half Day
In Person
Strategic ThinkingChange Management
Leadership

From Vision to Victory

Turn big-picture visions into concrete, achievable goals. Participants will leave with a structured approach for setting priorities and tracking progress.

Half Day
In Person
Strategic ThinkingTeam Leadership
Leadership

Think Different. Work Smarter.

Break out of the usual thought patterns and approach problems from new angles. Learn idea-generation techniques that fuel innovation and smarter solutions.

Half Day
In Person
Team LeadershipChange Management
Leadership

Conducting Effective Performance Reviews

Move beyond checkboxes and awkward conversations. This course shows how to deliver reviews that are meaningful, motivating, and results-driven.

Half Day
Virtual
Team LeadershipStrategic Thinking
Leadership

Performance Management

Master the full performance cycle—from setting expectations to giving feedback and driving continuous improvement.

Half Day
Virtual
Team Leadership
Leadership

Successfully Managing Change

Help your team adapt to change with clarity and confidence. This course explores the emotional and operational side of successful transitions.

Half Day
Virtual
Change ManagementStrategic Thinking
Leadership

Coaching and Mentoring

Unlock growth through coaching conversations and mentoring relationships. Learn tools to support others while strengthening your leadership brand.

Half Day
Virtual
Team Leadership
Leadership

The Art of Delegating Effectively

Delegation isn't dumping—it's development. Learn how to delegate the right tasks to the right people with clarity and trust.

Half Day
Virtual
Team LeadershipStrategic ThinkingChange Management
Leadership

Leadership Skills for Supervisors: Communicating, Coaching and Conflict

Supervisors wear many hats. This session covers three essential roles—clear communicator, supportive coach, and confident conflict navigator.

Half Day
Virtual
Team LeadershipStrategic Thinking
Leadership

ABCs of Supervising Others

This foundational session introduces the core responsibilities and mindset shifts needed to lead others with confidence.

Half Day
Virtual
Team Leadership
Leadership

From Boss to Leader

Transitioning from authority to influence is key. This course supports emerging leaders in developing the mindset and presence of a true leader.

Half Day
Virtual
Team LeadershipChange ManagementStrategic Thinking
Level 3 — Senior Leader Development

Develop Leaders Who Shape Strategy and Drive Transformation

Designed for executive directors, deputy directors, division directors, commissioners, and cabinet-level leaders responsible for enterprise outcomes.

InfluenceTransformers of GovernmentVision & Strategy
Senior Leadership

Strategic Planning

This session guides leaders through a structured strategic planning process to clarify mission, vision, values, priorities, and initiatives. Participants learn how to align long-term direction with near-term execution to drive focus, accountability, and results.

Half Day
In Person
Vision and Strategy
Senior Leadership

Human Centered Leadership

Lead with empathy, trust, and emotional intelligence. This session explores people-first leadership principles that drive long-term engagement.

Half Day
In Person
InfluenceVision and StrategyOrganizational Leadership
Senior Leadership

Managing Customer Service

Lead customer-facing teams with empathy, clarity, and consistency. Learn how to create a service culture that exceeds expectations.

Half Day
In Person
Vision and StrategyTeam LeadershipCustomer Focus
Senior Leadership

Women Leaders: Owning Your Strengths and Skills

Explore the challenges and opportunities for women in leadership. Gain tools to lead authentically, assertively, and with confidence.

Half Day
In Person
InfluenceStrategic LeadershipExecutive Presence
Senior Leadership

Professional Communication in Action (Executive Level)

This session strengthens executive-level communication in high-visibility environments. Senior leaders refine message structure, audience calibration, and language precision to ensure clarity and credibility in boardrooms, negotiations, and public settings. The focus is on disciplined communication choices that reinforce authority and eliminate ambiguity.

Half Day
Virtual
Executive CommunicationStrategic MessagingLanguage Precision
Senior Leadership

Strategic Composure: Power & Positioning Under Pressure

This session develops the ability to maintain composure, manage tension, and control positioning when challenged. Participants practice redirecting difficult questions, managing escalation, and holding authority without becoming defensive.

Half Day
Virtual
Crisis & Pressure ManagementExecutive ComposureNarrative Control
Senior Leadership

Disciplined Authority: The Practice of Executive Steel

Authority is sustained through discipline. This session develops executive steel: emotional regulation, sustained concentration, power awareness, and moral courage in decision-making. The emphasis is on internal control that supports consistent leadership behavior across complex environments.

Half Day
Virtual
Emotional RegulationEthical Decision-MakingLeadership Integrity
Additional Courses

Train-the-Trainer Programs

Equip internal facilitators to deliver structured training using Turnkey's toolkits. Includes facilitation guidance, adult learning techniques, rehearsal, and implementation strategy.

Additional

Train-the-Trainer – Performance Management Toolkit

Prepares internal facilitators to deliver structured performance management training using Turnkey's toolkit. Includes facilitation guidance, adult learning techniques, rehearsal, and implementation strategy.

Half Day
Onsite/In Person
Team LeadershipAccountabilityPerformance ManagementCoaching
Additional

Train-the-Trainer – Leadership Communication Toolkit

Equips internal trainers to facilitate communication-focused leadership sessions including feedback models, conflict navigation, and leadership messaging tools with delivery coaching.

Half Day
Onsite/In Person
CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam LeadershipEmotional Intelligence
Additional

Train-the-Trainer – Change & Engagement Toolkit

Prepares facilitators to lead change management and engagement training including resilience planning, adaptive leadership discussions, and implementation alignment.

Half Day
Onsite/In Person
Change ManagementStrategic ThinkingEmployee Engagement
Consulting Services

Executive Coaching & Consulting

One-on-one coaching, group coaching, mentorship program design, and team building facilitation for public sector leaders and organizations.

Consulting

Executive Coaching – Single Session / Individual

A focused, high-impact one-on-one coaching session designed to address immediate leadership challenges, critical decisions, or performance priorities. Provides senior leaders with confidential space to clarify thinking, strengthen executive presence, and develop actionable strategies aligned to organizational goals. Ideal for targeted support around complex conversations, strategic alignment, or leadership effectiveness.

Virtual
Consulting

Executive Coaching – 10-Session Package

A structured executive coaching engagement (estimated 15-hour engagement) designed to drive measurable leadership growth over time. Begins with a formal intake and development planning process to identify leadership strengths, priority focus areas, and organizational objectives. Coaching sessions are tailored to support strategic thinking, executive influence, decision quality, and change leadership. Concludes with a summary report outlining development progress, leadership insights, and recommended next steps.

Virtual
Consulting

Executive Coaching – Group (Up to 8 Participants)

A facilitated group coaching experience designed for executive teams or peer leadership cohorts. Combines individual reflection with collective learning to strengthen alignment, shared accountability, and strategic collaboration. Participants engage in guided discussion, structured problem-solving, and leadership dialogue to address real organizational challenges. Group coaching supports enterprise alignment while reinforcing individual leadership growth within a confidential and professionally facilitated setting.

In Person
Consulting

Mentorship Program Customized Design and Facilitation

A structured mentorship framework designed to strengthen leadership pipelines and workforce development across agencies. Services may include program design, mentor and mentee orientation, matching guidance, facilitation of cohort sessions, and structured reflection checkpoints. Supports knowledge transfer, professional growth, and cross-functional collaboration while reinforcing organizational values and competency expectations. Mentorship facilitation helps agencies build internal capacity and sustain leadership development beyond formal training.

In Person
Consulting

Team Building

A structured mentorship framework designed to strengthen leadership pipelines and workforce development across agencies. Services may include program design, mentor and mentee orientation, matching guidance, facilitation of cohort sessions, and structured reflection checkpoints. Supports knowledge transfer, professional growth, and cross-functional collaboration while reinforcing organizational values and competency expectations. Mentorship facilitation helps agencies build internal capacity and sustain leadership development beyond formal training.

In Person
Surveys & Assessments

Competency-Based Assessments

Validated assessments aligned to Colorado's competency framework across all three levels. Each includes facilitated debriefs and individualized reporting.

Assessment — Level 1

Colorado Core Competency Self-Assessment – Individual Contributor (Level 1)

Competency-based self-assessment aligned directly to Colorado Required Core Competencies for Level 1: Accountability, Communication, Customer Service, and Interpersonal Skills. Uses behavior-based Likert-scale statements tied to observable workplace behaviors within public sector environments. Participants receive an individualized score profile highlighting strengths and development areas across each competency. Results are used for developmental reflection and learning alignment and are not intended for performance evaluation. Includes 1-hour virtual group debrief for cohorts of 15–25.

Online
1 individual assessment per participant
1-hour virtual group debrief included
Assessment — Level 2

Leadership Competency 180 Assessment – Supervisor and Manager (Level 2)

Structured 180-degree leadership assessment aligned to Level 2 competencies: Team Leadership, Strategic Thinking, and Change Management. Combines self-assessment with selected peer or direct-report input using behaviorally anchored Likert-scale items mapped directly to the State's competency definitions. Participants receive a comprehensive report summarizing competency scores, perceptual gaps, and leadership strengths. The facilitated debrief session supports interpretation of results and guides development planning. The assessment is developmental in nature and is not intended for formal performance evaluation.

Online (self + selected rater input) with facilitated debrief
1 assessment cycle (self + up to 5 raters)
1.5-hour virtual debrief session per cohort
Assessment — Level 3

Executive Enterprise Leadership Assessment – 360 Competency Instrument (Level 3)

Executive-level 360-degree assessment aligned to Level 3 competencies: Influence, Transformers of Government, and Vision and Strategy. Includes behavior-based rating items tied to enterprise leadership expectations within public sector environments. Participants receive a detailed executive report highlighting competency strengths, perception gaps, and strategic leadership impact indicators. The included one-on-one coaching session supports interpretation, enterprise alignment, and development planning. The assessment is designed to promote executive insight and is not intended for formal evaluation or ranking.

Online multi-rater assessment with executive coaching debrief
1 full 360-degree assessment (self + up to 8 raters)
2-hour one-on-one executive coaching debrief included
Assessment

CliftonStrengths Assessment and Facilitated Development Session

Includes administration of the official CliftonStrengths 34 assessment through Gallup and a facilitated development session led by a Gallup Certified CliftonStrengths Coach. Participants receive a comprehensive strengths profile identifying their dominant talent themes and how those themes influence performance, communication, leadership style, and team contribution. The facilitated session translates strengths insight into practical application within Colorado public sector roles. Certification ensures accurate interpretation of results and responsible use of the assessment for developmental purposes rather than performance evaluation.

Online (Gallup platform) + facilitated virtual or in-person workshop
2-hour facilitated group session included
Assessment

DISC Behavioral Style Assessment and Application Workshop

Includes administration of a validated DISC behavioral assessment and a facilitated application workshop led by a Certified DISC Facilitator. Participants receive an individualized behavioral style profile identifying communication preferences, decision-making tendencies, motivators, and stress responses. The facilitated session focuses on applying DISC insights to improve communication, conflict navigation, collaboration, and leadership effectiveness within public sector environments. Certified facilitation ensures accurate interpretation of behavioral styles and structured application aligned to competency-based development objectives.

Online assessment + facilitated virtual or in-person workshop
1 DISC behavioral profile per participant
2-hour facilitated group session included
Supplemental Materials

Train-the-Trainer Toolkits

Comprehensive toolkits enabling agencies to build internal training capability. Delivered as electronic downloads with editable files for ongoing internal use without ongoing vendor dependency.

Toolkit — Electronic Download

Performance Management Toolkit – Train-the-Trainer Package

Comprehensive toolkit enabling internal HR or leadership teams to deliver performance management best practices. Includes facilitator guide, slide deck, performance improvement plan templates, corrective action documentation tools, coaching conversation scripts, accountability tracking forms, and implementation roadmap. Designed for internal deployment without ongoing vendor dependency.

Electronic Download (Editable Word + PDF Files)
Performance ManagementConducting Effective Performance ReviewsAccountability and Delivering on ExpectationsCoaching and Mentoring
Toolkit — Electronic Download

Leadership Development Toolkit – Train-the-Trainer Package

Structured leadership development system designed for internal delivery. Includes facilitator guide, leadership competencies workbook, coaching templates, delegation tools, feedback frameworks, meeting management templates, and team alignment exercises. Provides step-by-step instructions for delivering workshops aligned to supervisory and management competencies.

Electronic Download (Editable Word + PDF Files)
Leadership Skills for SupervisorsABCs of Supervising OthersFrom Boss to LeaderCoaching and MentoringThe Art of Delegating Effectively
Toolkit — Electronic Download

Workforce Engagement & Culture Toolkit – Train-the-Trainer Package

Turnkey engagement and culture-building toolkit enabling agencies to strengthen workplace climate internally. Includes facilitator guide, engagement survey template, recognition planning tools, generational engagement strategies, respect and culture workshop materials, and action planning worksheets. Designed to support sustainable culture initiatives across departments.

Electronic Download (Editable Word + PDF Files)
Engaging and Retaining Gen ZLeading Across GenerationsWorkplace Respect: The Culture MultiplierBetter TogetherBuilding Better Teams

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