Training and Technical Assistance
Welcome to the Pyramid Model Consortium’s Training and Technical Assistance page.
This page is the home for ongoing professional development events for and training to support Pyramid Model Implementation.
Check out the options below for available topics and opportunities.
Certain opportunities listed below will include a registration fee to attend.
Professional Development Opportunities
Pyramid Model ToT – Preschool Modules
The Pyramid Model Preschool Module TOT (Training of Trainers) is for participants who are already familiar with the Pyramid Preschool Models (6-part series) and are planning to conduct training events using the Preschool Modules. With the use of the 6 Adult Learning Principles, our national trainer will provide a general overview of the content in the updated Pyramid Preschool Modules, highlighting key changes in content, terminology, and activities. The 6-session reviewed, with a focus on adult learning, will be Nurturing and Responsive Relationships, High-Quality and Supportive Environments, Teaching Social-Emotional Skills, Individualized Teaching of Social-Emotional Skills, Addressing Challenging Behavior, and an Overview of Prevent-Teach-Reinforce for Young Children.
Date: May 4th, 11th, and 18th, 2026
Time: 9:00 – 4:00 CT
**Last day to register is 4/27/26
Pyramid Model ToT – Infant-Toddler Modules
This comprehensive training is designed for professionals who support infants and toddlers in early care and education settings, and who are interested in becoming certified trainers in the Pyramid Model framework. The Pyramid Model is a research-based approach that promotes the social, emotional, and behavioral development of young children. During this TOT, participants will engage in in-depth learning around the Infant/Toddler modules, receive guidance on effective training practices, and explore implementation strategies.
Date: November 10th, 11th, 12th, 2025
Time: 9:00 – 4:00 CT
The Pyramid Model Consortium is now offering open TPOT Reliability Training to Early Childhood providers!
Developed by the creators of the Pyramid Model for classrooms enrolling children 2–5 years of age, the TPOT™ is an in-depth tool that provides information on how well teachers are implementing practices related to universal, targeted, and individualized supports. This reliability training will provide support for your internal coach to conduct a classroom observation and teacher interview, uncovering detailed information about the quality of 14 key teaching practices, noting red flags that indicate areas for immediate support, and observing how teachers respond to challenging behaviors.
Prerequisites to attend a TPOT Reliability Event:
- Completed Preschool Pyramid Model Practices Training
- TPOT Manual is required (can be purchased independently or as part of registration)
This training opportunity is designed for individuals or small groups looking to become reliable in the TPOT. The cost to attend a TPOT training is $300 per person, plus the cost of the TPOT manual. If you would like a schedule a TPOT Reliability training for your program/state please contact Anne Wimmer at anne.wimmer@pyramidmodel.org.
TPOT Reliability training needs to be completed every 3 years.
LATE SPRING EVENT
May 13th and 14th, 2026
9:00 am to 4:00 pm CT each day
**Last day to register is 4/21/26
SUMMER EVENT
July 15th, 16th, and 17th, 2026
9:00 am to 1:00 pm CT each day
**Last day to register is 5/23/26
EARLY FALL EVENT
September 16th and 17th, 2026
9:00 am to 4:00 pm CT each day
**Last day to register is 8/25/26
FALL EVENT
November 18th, 19th, and 20th, 2026
9:00 am to 1:00 pm CT each day
**Last day to register is 10/26/26
The Pyramid Model Consortium is now offering open TPITOS Reliability Training to Early Childhood providers!
Modeled after the Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool (TPOT™) for Preschool Classrooms, TPITOS is for early childhood center-based programs caring for infants and toddlers. Focusing on teacher practices and classroom environment variables, TPITOS measures how well your program’s staff is fostering responsive, nurturing relationships with children and promoting strong social-emotional development in their earliest years.
Prerequisites to attend a TPITOS Reliability Event:
- Completed Infant/Toddler Pyramid Model Practices Training
- TPITOS Manual is required (can be purchased independently or as part of registration)
This training opportunity is designed for individuals or small groups looking to become reliable in the TPITOS. The cost to attend a TPITOS training is $300 per person, plus the cost of the TPOT manual. If you would like a schedule a TPITOS Reliability training for your program/state please contact Anne Wimmer at anne.wimmer@pyramidmodel.org.
TPITOS Reliability training needs to be completed every 3 years.
LATE SPRING EVENT
June 9th, 10th, and 11th, 2026
9:00 am to 1:00 pm CT each day
**Last day to register is 5/18/26
EARLY FALL EVENT
September 14th, 15th, and 16th, 2026
9:00 am to 1:00 pm CT each day
**Last day to register is 8/24/26
WINTER EVENT
December 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2026
9:00 am to 1:00 pm CT each day
**Last day to register is 11/16/26
The Pyramid Model Consortium is now offering Practice-Based Coach Training to Early Childhood providers!
Join us for a 2-day skill building workshop designed to support individuals coaching around the implementation of the Pyramid Model. The training utilizes a nationally recognized framework of coaching known as Practice Based Coaching (PBC). During this interactive workshop, coaches will have the opportunity to explore how to build collaborative partnerships with coaches. In addition, skill building opportunities will be provided to help coaches learn how to develop (a) shared goals and action plans, (b) conduct focused observations, and (c) have effective reflection and feedback meetings.
FALL EVENT
Day 1: October 20th, 2025
Day 2: October 27th, 2025
9:00 am to 4:00 pm CT Each Day
Pyramid Model Implementation Data System Support
This section is dedicated to the Pyramid Model Implementation Data Systems (PIDS) technical assistance. At this time all office hours and targeted webinars are free of charge to attend.
If you have questions about PIDS or upcoming opportunities please email Summer Edwards – summer.edwards@pyramidmodel.org.
Register for Office Hours
Office hours are provided to ask questions, explore new parts of the data system and connect with other users.
Register for Targeted Topic Webinars
Webinars will be offered each month on a variety of topics from beginner level to more advanced sessions. Participants can expect a detailed, step-by-step demonstration of the selected topic in the PIDS system. Each webinar will provide time for questions and answers at the end of the demonstration.
This live webinar will demonstrate how PIDS can be used to record and track Master Cadre training events and activities.
Wed, November 29, 2023, 9:00 AM MST
User Experience Level: Intermediate
PIDS for State Leadership Teams
This live webinar will cover how PIDS can be used by State Leadership Teams.
Wed, December 13, 2023, 9:00 AM MST
User Experience Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Have an idea for a training session you would like to submit? Send your thoughts to Summer Edwards, summer.edwards@pyramidmodel.org.
Click on the webinar title to view each recording.
- Setting up PIDS for TPOT/TPITOS data collection May 31, 2023
- Using Action Plans in PIDS June 28, 2023
- Behavior Incident Report (BIR) Tracking in PIDS July 19, 2023
- Running Reports in PIDS August 30, 2023
- PIDS Security – Exploring who can see & do what in PIDS Sept. 27, 2023
- PIDS for State Leadership Teams December 13, 2023
Resource Library Coming Soon!!