Training and Education

Western Sky Community Care provides training on behavioral health topics and other related Long Term Care topics relevant to those who work with vulnerable adults in Long Term Care settings. These trainings are offered at no cost to Long-Term Care providers and support the delivery of quality care to our members. 

To register, please click here for topics, dates/times, continuing education availability, and other information.

For additional Long Term Services and Supports Training provided by the National Centene Behavioral Health Training team, please click here. 

Western Sky Community Care in partnership with Centene Behavioral Health combines state and national expertise to offer training at no cost that is relevant to those who work with and serve our members in Foster Care such as Treatment Foster Care providers, Child Welfare professionals, Foster Care parents, etc.   

To register, please click here for topics, dates/times, and other information. 

For additional Foster Care Training provided by the National Centene Foster Care team, please click here. 

Western Sky Community Care provides training at no cost to Behavioral Health providers and Integrated Care providers that support the delivery of quality care to our members. 

Webinars

Educational opportunities facilitated by a trainer online.

To register, please click here for topics, dates/times, continuing education availability, and other information.

On-Demand Topics

Educational opportunities that are available on demand and that are self-paced.

Introduction to The ASAM Criteria

An overview for providers that use The ASAM Criteria for assessment, placement, and treatment planning purposes.

Available Upon Request

Navigating the Level of Care (LOC) Guidelines Training: Behavior Health Level of Care Guidelines For Centennial Care MCOs

The purpose of this training is to enhance the understanding of the medical necessity criteria for behavioral health services and how to navigate the Behavior Health Level of Care (LOC) Guidelines For Centennial Care MCOs.  The training will also help Behavioral Health providers and other stakeholders better utilize these guidelines when identifying the most appropriate level of care for members.  This training also provides an overview of the service authorization process and how it relates to the LOC Guidelines.

Contact mhitt@centene.com if interested in scheduling this training. 

For additional Behavioral Health training offered by the National Centene Behavioral Health Training team, please click here.

Model of Care Training 2020 (PDF)

Training topics offered to all providers and community stakeholders

• Cultural Competency Webinar: Available to all providers. Attendees learn the effect of cultural differences on health care; ways to recognize different values, beliefs, behaviors and needs when speaking with members; the use of person-first language; and skills for culturally competent communication.

Please click here for current offerings and to register.

• Mental Health First Aid (MHFA): Youth and Adult MHFA are offered at no cost up to four times a year each at various locations around New Mexico. These trainings are in-person. 

Please click here for current offerings.

If your organization is in our network and would like to schedule additional training specifically for your organization, please see the links below or contact your regional Clinical Provider Trainer for more information.

• Long Term Care Trainings - Coming Soon
• Foster Care Trainings - Coming Soon
• BH Training - Coming Soon

Please see the training registration for continuing education information for each training or contact the assigned trainer.

If you need more information about our Continuing Education program, please click here