Ending homelessness through
EDUCATION
Welcome to our education and training page!
Our educational program seeks to provide high quality training events to quip partners and support our local homeless response system.
Request a Training
Fill out the form below to request a training:
About our programs
EH101 | Ending Homelessness 101
Introduction level offerings.
EH201 | Ending Homelessness 201
In-depth trainings that go to the next level after intro material for practical implementation.
EH301 | Ending Homelessness 301
Intensive trainings that may include certifications, multiple classes, pre-requisites, or are intended as train-the-trainer courses.
CARES
As a lead partner in CARES, the FM Coalition is offers a number of official trainings, workshops, and lunch and learns to CARES partners across our region.
SOFTL | Successful Outcomes for Tenants and Landlords
Collaborative program with CAPLP (Lakes & Prairies Commuinty Action) offering panels and workshops designed to promote
Annual Conference & Training
Since 2016 an annual expanded day and a half training event has been offered, often bringing in national or regional experts.
Fees
The Coalition works to provide high quality and affordable trainings and continuing education experiences. Coaltion member-partners receive a discounted fee for all events.
Education Committee
Programing efforts are led by our Education Committee. Contact staff if you’d like to join the committee!
UPCOMING TRANING OPPORTUNITIES
Please see the list below from upcoming training dates and registration information:
Coming soon!
Online Courses and training
The FM Coaltion partners with the North Dakota and West Central Continua Care to offer educational opportunities on Digital Chalk, an online training platform. Trainings required for CoC funding or via CARES partnerships are offered at no cost. Other elective trainings may assess fees. For questions or access to the platform, please contact the FM Coaltion staff.
OTHER Regional & National Conferences and Training OPPORTUNITIES
The following conferences and trainings are opportunities for regional or national conferences:
2025 Annual Minnesota Coalition for the Homeless Conference | October 1st & 2nd | Rochester, MN
2025 Partnerships for Progress Conference | October 14th | Bismarck, ND
Below are standing links to events and trainings offered by our partner organizations:
Resource Links
Coalition staff and Education Committee curate a list of free, online resources that you can watch or download. These resources are intended to support evidence based and effective practices in ending homelessness.
Housing First
Housing First TED Talk | Lloyd Pendleton
Housing First TED Talk | Sam Tsemberis
More coming soon…