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The CACFP Basics Bootcamp is a high-impact educational experience designed for new Program professionals seeking a fundamental understanding of CACFP administration requirements along with best practices for implementation.  Each topic correlates to a key function required to administer the CACFP.

CACFP administration topics include oversight and stewardship; partnerships and outreach; application and budget process; training requirements; claim process; civil rights; monitoring requirements; and so much more.

Offered: 7/16/24, 9/17/24

Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge

CPE Credits: 6.0

Delivery Method: Group Live

Prerequisites: Basic Knowledge of the CACFP

Advanced Prep: None

Program Level: Basic

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This module reviews the CACFP monitoring requirements and oversight activities for sponsoring organizations. Participants will learn about the required CACFP monitoring review elements, various review instruments and discuss best practices for completing a comprehensive compliance review.

This module reviews CACFP recordkeeping requirements and explain how maintaining records relate to the submission of an accurate claim for reimbursement. Participants will identify common CACFP records and discuss common issues associated with recordkeeping and management practices that adversely impact claims for reimbursement. Participants will learn the CACFP edit check requirements and discuss best practices for submission of a claim for reimbursement.

This module discusses the purpose of corrective action when citing a finding during a monitoring review. Participants will learn how to determine the root cause of the non-compliance after citing the finding and how to use the root cause when developing corrective action requirements. Participants will learn the difference between imposing corrective action and requiring a corrective action plan that meets all criteria of an adequate corrective action.

Offered: 5/7/24

Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge

CPE Credits: 6.0

Delivery Method: Group Live

Prerequisites: Basic Knowledge of the CACFP

Advanced Prep: None

Program Level: Basic

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This module explains the purpose and requirements of the management plan and how the management plan relates to the CACFP performance standards. Participants will learn the importance of monitoring, evaluating and implementing a complete and comprehensive management plan through individual and group activities.

This module explains the purpose of internal controls and discuss how internal controls are necessary for CACFP compliance. Participants will learn how to develop, document and evaluate internal control systems through engaging group activities.

This module reviews the CACFP requirements of the serious deficiency process. Participants will learn the six steps of the serious deficiency process, and the requirements for each step. Participants will discuss corrective action requirements, required timeframes, and best practices to evaluate corrective action plans to ensure implementation.

Offered: 6/26/24

Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge

CPE Credits: 6.0

Delivery Method: Group Live

Prerequisites: Basic Knowledge of the CACFP

Advanced Prep: None

Program Level: Basic

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This module discusses the importance of the CACFP budget and how it relates to the management plan and the CACFP performance standards. Participants will obtain an overview of the federal cost principles and how they relate to the CACFP budget. Participants will also learn the key steps for creating a CACFP budget and receive best practices for developing and monitoring a CACFP budget.

This module provides an overview of the CACFP performance standards and focus on the requirements specific to financial viability. Participants will learn and discuss various ways to demonstrate and evaluate financial viability as well as identify appropriate records to maintain.

This module will focus on developing the characteristics of a successful trainer. Participants will learn and practice effective communication and active listening skills; understand adult learning styles; identify and use probing questions to land the learning; and demonstrate an understanding of trainer success techniques by participating in engaging activities.

Offered: 7/17/24

Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge

CPE Credits: 6.0

Delivery Method: Group Live

Prerequisites: Basic Knowledge of the CACFP

Advanced Prep: None

Program Level: Basic

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