Join the University of Minnesota Extension, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, and the Minnesota Department of Health for a state-wide network dedicated to promoting mental and emotional well-being. Attend this training to become a Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory (COMET) facilitator.
As a COMET facilitator, you’ll help people learn a way to start supportive and emotional conversations, which can help the struggling person move away from crisis and back toward wellness. Facilitators will be equipped to deliver high-value workshops, join a professional network, and receive certification.
Preparation
It is strongly encouraged to attend a free 2-hour COMET workshop before participating in the facilitator training. This will give you firsthand experience with the material you will be teaching.
Certified COMET facilitator expectations
- Complete the COMET facilitator training
- Commit to delivering COMET training in your community
- Deliver COMET training in pairs with a co-facilitator
- Participate in the COMET statewide facilitator network
- List your name in a COMET facilitator directory
Dates and locations
This is one of multiple facilitator training events taking place in 2025 and 2026. Follow the registration link below to see all available training dates.
Audience
Anyone interested in becoming a COMET facilitator
Cost
$150
Registration
Register by Feb. 16.
Accommodations
University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. To request accommodations for persons with disabilities, reach out to the event contact two weeks before the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Language
This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.