Life Skills Training of Trainers

+ about the training +

Become a Certified Native Life Skills Trainer!
The Native Life Skills Curriculum is an exciting curriculum designed to help Native people build meaningful, wellness-centered lives.

These lessons are perfect for Tribal staff, health clinic teams, Tribal police, TANF and workforce development programs, young parenting programs, GED or college readiness programs, juvenile justice programs, and anyone working with Native communities.

After completing the training, you’ll be certified to deliver Native Life Skills workshops in your own community. Please note: this certification does not authorize you to certify others as trainers. Participants will receive hands-on, experiential learning, a copy of the Native Life Skills Curriculum, and a certificate of completion, making this an excellent resource for your community.

+ Registration Fee +
$599

+ Training Topics +

Life Skills
Native Wellness
Traditional Values
Healthy Communication
Healthy Relationships
Stress and Burnout
Traditional Leadership
Decision Making
Personal and Professional Growth
Vision
Trainer Tips

Training Location

Barbie's Village
935 NE 33rd Ave.
Portland, Oregon 97232

+ Lodging +

book room

The Double Tree Hilton is in Portland's Lloyd District, within a half-mile of the Oregon Convention Center and the Moda Center. We're one block from Lloyd Center shopping, and the local MAX Light Rail station is next door, linking to downtown Portland and the airport. Enjoy our 24-hour fitness center, outdoor pool, and a warm welcome cookie on arrival.

Amenities
Beautiful Views of the Cascade Mountains or Portland Skyline
Connecting Rooms
Digital Key
Concierge
On-site restaurant
Outdoor pool
Fitness Center
Pet-Friendly rooms
Room Service
Business Center

Double Tree Hilton
1000 NE Multnomah St.
Portland, Oregon 97232
503-281-6111
Room Rate: $139

The cutoff date to receive the discounted rate is Saturday, April 11, 2026. Mention the 2026 Life Skills Training of Trainers to receive the discounted room rate.

Please note that the training will not be held at the hotel; you will need transportation to Barbie's village. Options include rental cars, ride shares, or taxis. If you are unable to find transportation from the hotel to Barbie's Village, please let us know; we can help.

+ Training Schedule +

Tuesday, MAY 12

8:30 am - Registration Sign-in
9:00 am - Opening Ceremony

Welcome, Blessing, Introductions, Overview, Ice-breaker

9:30 am - Building Team
10:00 am - Break
10:30 am - "Tell Me" Life Skills Empowerment: Success is a Native Trait
Noon - Lunch (On your own)
1:30 pm - "Teach Me" Native Wellness: The Foundation for a Balanced Life
2:30 pm - "Show Me" Traditional Values: Honoring Your Ancestors, Honoring Yourself
3:30 pm - Break
3:45 pm - Trainer Tips
4:30 pm - Closing
5:00 pm - Adjourn

Wednesday, MAY 13

9:00 am - Opening Ceremony

Welcome, Blessing, Review, Check-in,
Ice-breaker

9:30 am - Building Team
10:30 am - Break
10:45 am - Party Like It's 1491: Acknowledge, Recognize, Move On
Noon - Lunch (On your own)
1:30 pm - Teach Back Presentation
2:30 pm - Teach Back Presentation
3:30 pm - Break
3:45 pm - Teach Back Presentation
4:30 pm - Closing
5:00 pm - Adjourn

Thursday, MAY 14

9:00 am - Opening Ceremony

Welcome, Blessing, Review, Check-in,
Ice-breaker

9:30 am - Teach Back Presentation
10:30 am - Break
10:45 am - Teach Back Presentation
Noon - Lunch (On your own)
1:30 pm - Teach Back Presentation
2:30 pm - Teach Back Presentation
3:30 pm - Break
3:45 pm - Teach Back Presentation
4:30 pm - Closing Ceremony
5:00 pm - Adjourn

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+ Cancellation/substitution Policy +

By registering, I acknowledge and agree to the following:
If I am unable to attend, I may designate a replacement participant at no additional charge, provided that written notice (via email) of the replacement's name is received by the Native Wellness Institute before the training begins. All registration fees are non-refundable. A one-time credit may be issued for a future training of equal or lesser value if cancellation is made in advance. Such credits must be used within twelve (12) months of the originally scheduled training date, after which they will expire. If I do not attend and fail to provide either a timely cancellation or a replacement, the full registration fee will be retained as a no-show fee.