Hale Center upcoming events

Certified Facilitator of Training (CFT) (06 Jan 2026)

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Applications open for the Certified Facilitator of Training

(CFT)

Do you facilitate learning events? Online? In person?

Intended Audience: The CFT certification is for professionals who facilitate training done online or in person and who want to be recognized for their skill in engaging learners.

This performance-based certification is endorsed by ISPI, Training Magazine, LDA, AVTECC, and the International Facility Management Association (IFMA).

You must submit one or more videos that demonstrate your competence in facilitation, are supported by learner evaluations and client attestations, and commit to a Code of Conduct. The 4 competencies are:

1. The Facilitation Process – Competent Facilitators ask questions that:

Promote participation
Engage learners equitably
Promote reflection
Reinforce learning points
Clarify participants’ remarks and questions
Follow up on participants comments
Promote relevant conversation among learners so they process the content
Redirect questions to other participants to promote engagement

2. The Learning Process – Competent Facilitators:

Introduce the purpose, content, participants, and value.
Establish the relevance of the content; relate the content to needs and the learner experience.
Give examples that illustrate and reinforce the learning objective
Guide learners in activities designed to reinforce the objectives

3. The Learning Assessment Process – Competent Facilitators:

Elicit examples from learners on how they will apply the content in the workplace
Assess comprehension

4. Professionalism – Competent Facilitators:

Demonstrate proficiency in the content and facilitation expertise
Respect participants’ opinions and perspectives

The cost is $600 for Hale Center professional members, ISPI, and IFMA and $725 for others. Click here to download the Handbook with the standards, requirements, and the scoring checklists. Register here. Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Once certified you will receive a digital mark. Please contact Judy@HaleCenter.org if you have questions

Certified Developer of Training (CDT) (06 Jan 2026)

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Applications open for the Certified Developer of TRaining (CDT)

Do you develop learning solutions, such as Instructor-led training, asynchronous or synchronous training, simulations, serious games, formative and summative tests, and the like?

Intended Audience: The CDT certification is for professionals who develop training and instructional solutions that are delivered live, in-person, or online and who want to be recognized for their ability to create effective learning events.

To earn this performance-based certification you must demonstrate all 9 standards by 1) answering questions about one of your learning solutions that are supported by client attestations and artifacts, and 2) committing to a Code of Ethics. The CDT is endorsed by ISPI, LDA, Training, and AVTECC.

The 9 standards are:

Address Sustainability
Align Solution
Assess Performance
Collaborate and Partner with Stakeholders
Elicit Performance or Practice
Enhance Retention and Transfer
Ensure Context Sensitivity
Engage Learners
Ensure Relevance

Click here to download the Handbook for the complete standards and the scoring rubrics. The cost is $600. Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Once certified you will receive a digital mark. Please contact Judy@HaleCenter.org if you have questions

Going Solo? Freelancing? Thrive! A Guide to Success (04 May 2026)

Mon, 04 May 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Going Solo? Freelancing? Contracting?

How to Thrive in a Gig Economy

A 12 hour virtual workshop presented by

Hale Associates and Crain Burns Associates

Three 4-hour sessions

Monday Evenings: May 4, 11, and 18

This program is for you, if you are:

Starting your own company
A freelancer
Pursuing contract work

The benefits are:

Confidence in your value proposition
A proven road map to avoid time and money wasters
Comfort knowing you have the bases covered
Access to knowledgeable and proven mentors
12 PDU’s for your PMP and CPT

The workshop is designed to help you define your value proposition, set yourself apart from your competitors, follow contracting practices that protect your intellectual capital, and set up business systems that save you time. If you want to set yourself apart from the competition, and better define your value proposition, please join us.

What past participant say about the program:

The Thrive workshop and Nancy’s coaching has helped me grow my business. All the information, stories, examples, and group members were very beneficial and insightful. The time at the sessions and the workbook materials helped renew my excitement for why I started my own business and helped me see with fresh eyes what I offer clients. I recommend THRIVE to anyone thinking of starting a business or who owns a business. The skills & tools I learned have helped me to promote my business AND I’ve been able to apply some tools to my aid my clients. Thank you Nancy (Crain Burns and Associates) and Judy Hale (Hale Associates Center)! Rhonda Anderson. Owner Silver Cricket Designs

If you're starting a consulting/contracting business or simply want to ensure your enterprise is on the right path, the Thrive webinar is a very worthy experience. It gives the necessary foundation and enhancements to being successful as an entrepreneur, pretty much in any industry. Bob Mansur, Managing Partner, Credit Employee Performance Solutions

This course is relevant to ANYONE interested in starting your own firm. I found value, not coming from a business background....Judy and Nancy bring a wealth of experience and knowledge and are wonderful leaders. Laura Coons.

The goals of the program are to help you in your journey into the Gig Economy by learning how to:

Stand out from your competition
Define the value you bring to client engagements
Get a competitive edge
Better manage your business practices
Build your administrative processes
Create a support network
Leverage AI and virtual assistants

What you will gain from this experience:

You’ll learn how to define your services in ways that distinguish you in the marketplace.
You will find out how to build a workable and effective marketing plan that includes your messages and distribution channels.
You will gain tips and techniques for negotiating contracts, defining your terms, and pricing your services.
You will learn how insurance and contracts work; how to make smart use of brokers and lawyers.
You will receive a digital Toolkit that includes job aids, rules, and worksheets to guide you in your journey.

How the program works:

This 12-hour online workshop is delivered in three 4-hour segments that occur on three consecutive Mondays starting on Monday May 4th at 4:30 PM central time. There are optional personal coaching sessions.

Your Presenters:

Judith Hale, Ph.D., CPT, CFT, AIM, and ibstpi Fellow is one of the more prolific writers and well-known consultants in the field of performance improvement and credentialing. Judy has worked in the public and private sectors across all industries for 50 years specializing in performance improvement, certification, evaluation, and sustaining change.

Nancy Crain Burns, Ph.D., CPT. PMP, CAEL, and past-president of ISPI has more than 35 years' experience in the corporate world. Her firm, Crain Burns Associates, has been helping clients define their mission and market position for more than 15 years.

Going Solo? Freelancing? Thrive! A Guide to Success (11 May 2026)

Mon, 11 May 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Going Solo? Freelancing? Contracting?

How to Thrive in a Gig Economy

A 12 hour virtual workshop presented by

Hale Associates and Crain Burns Associates

Three 4-hour sessions

Monday Evenings: May 4, 11, and 18

This program is for you, if you are:

Starting your own company
A freelancer
Pursuing contract work

The benefits are:

Confidence in your value proposition
A proven road map to avoid time and money wasters
Comfort knowing you have the bases covered
Access to knowledgeable and proven mentors
12 PDU’s for your PMP and CPT

What past participant say about the program:

The goals of the program are to help you in your journey into the Gig Economy by learning how to:

Stand out from your competition
Define the value you bring to client engagements
Get a competitive edge
Better manage your business practices
Build your administrative processes
Create a support network
Leverage AI and virtual assistants

What you will gain from this experience:

You’ll learn how to define your services in ways that distinguish you in the marketplace.
You will find out how to build a workable and effective marketing plan that includes your messages and distribution channels.
You will gain tips and techniques for negotiating contracts, defining your terms, and pricing your services.
You will learn how insurance and contracts work; how to make smart use of brokers and lawyers.
You will receive a digital Toolkit that includes job aids, rules, and worksheets to guide you in your journey.

How the program works:

Your Presenters:

Going Solo? Freelancing? Thrive! A Guide to Success (18 May 2026)

Mon, 18 May 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Going Solo? Freelancing? Contracting?

How to Thrive in a Gig Economy

A 12 hour virtual workshop presented by

Hale Associates and Crain Burns Associates

Three 4-hour sessions

Monday Evenings: May 4, 11, and 18

This program is for you, if you are:

Starting your own company
A freelancer
Pursuing contract work

The benefits are:

Confidence in your value proposition
A proven road map to avoid time and money wasters
Comfort knowing you have the bases covered
Access to knowledgeable and proven mentors
12 PDU’s for your PMP and CPT

What past participant say about the program:

The goals of the program are to help you in your journey into the Gig Economy by learning how to:

Stand out from your competition
Define the value you bring to client engagements
Get a competitive edge
Better manage your business practices
Build your administrative processes
Create a support network
Leverage AI and virtual assistants

What you will gain from this experience:

You’ll learn how to define your services in ways that distinguish you in the marketplace.
You will find out how to build a workable and effective marketing plan that includes your messages and distribution channels.
You will gain tips and techniques for negotiating contracts, defining your terms, and pricing your services.
You will learn how insurance and contracts work; how to make smart use of brokers and lawyers.
You will receive a digital Toolkit that includes job aids, rules, and worksheets to guide you in your journey.

How the program works:

Your Presenters:

Science of Change: Getting Change to Stick (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The Science of Change

Getting Change to Stick!

May 20^th at 12PM Central Time

I have seen too many initiatives die, disappear, leaving little or no trace. This session shares the research on why initiatives fail and what you can do to improve the odds of success. I will also link the research to past subtle yet significant decisions that led to our current national state. Think reverse engineering or how to apply the research to change the world order.

So, please join Judy in exploring how to hone our critical skills so we can build a future that is kinder, healthier, and environmentally sustainable. Register now.

Coffee with Judy & Friends (21 May 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Coffee with Judy & Friends

May 21st, at 9 AM Central

Happy Hour

May 28th, at 6PM Central

Please join me for Coffee or Happy Hour. Both are informal get togethers. There is no agenda, so be ready to share and contribute to what others bring to the discussion. However, you must register, if you want to get the link to join. I look forward to sharing ideas.

Watch for Wednesday with Judy this month on May 20th.

Happy Hour with Judy & Friends (28 May 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Happy Hour with

Judy & Friends

May 28th at 6 PM Central Time

Coffee is week before

at 9am Central Time

Please join me for an informal get together. There is no agenda, so be ready to share your ideas and contribute to what others bring to the discussion. You must register, if you want to get the link to join. Coffee with Judy & Friends is the week before at 9am central time and it requires a separate registration. So, please join us for one or both events.

Wednesday with Judy is May 20th at noon central.

Hale Center upcoming events

Certified Facilitator of Training (CFT) (06 Jan 2026)

Applications open for the Certified Facilitator of Training

(CFT)

Certified Developer of Training (CDT) (06 Jan 2026)

Applications open for the Certified Developer of TRaining (CDT)

Going Solo? Freelancing? Thrive! A Guide to Success (04 May 2026)

Thrive! A guide to success!

Going Solo? Freelancing? Contracting?

How to Thrive in a Gig Economy

Going Solo? Freelancing? Thrive! A Guide to Success (11 May 2026)

Thrive! A guide to success!

Going Solo? Freelancing? Contracting?

How to Thrive in a Gig Economy

Going Solo? Freelancing? Thrive! A Guide to Success (18 May 2026)

Thrive! A guide to success!

Going Solo? Freelancing? Contracting?

How to Thrive in a Gig Economy

Science of Change: Getting Change to Stick (20 May 2026)

Coffee with Judy & Friends (21 May 2026)

Coffee with Judy & Friends

Happy Hour

Happy Hour with Judy & Friends (28 May 2026)

Happy Hour with

Judy & Friends