Coordinated Specialty Care

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UW–Green Bay's Behavioral Health Training Partnership serves as the statewide training and technical assistance provider for Wisconsin's Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) grant program. Whether you're in the early stages of planning or actively delivering services, this is your hub for what you need. Funded through the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

What is Coordinated Specialty Care?

Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) is an evidence-based model for treating early serious mental illness (ESMI) and first episode psychosis (FEP) in young people ages 15 to 25. Rather than a single provider managing care alone, CSC connects participants with a coordinated team — including therapists, case managers, supported employment and education specialists, and family support — all working toward goals the participant sets for themselves.

Early intervention matters. Research consistently shows that getting the right support quickly after a first episode of psychosis significantly improves long-term outcomes, including reduced hospitalizations and stronger connections to work and education.

network & support

Connect with DHS, BHTP, and fellow grantees. Find contacts, meeting info, and community of practice resources by registering below.

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provider resources

For DHS guidance on implementing CSC programs, visit the WI DHS resources page below.

Navigate to WI DHS Resources

Additional training

BHTP offers a variety of training opportunities, including our Mental Health Monday series, Focus Friday topics, and many other virtual learning options.

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Upcoming Trainings

Crisis De-escalation for First Episode Psychosis

This training helps staff recognize, respond to, and learn from crisis situations using self-awareness, trauma-informed communication, de-escalation, co-regulation, and motivational interviewing strategies. See Details

September 28, 2026, 8am - 4:30pm
In-Person, UW-Whitewater
Continuing Education Hours: 7.0
Trainer(s): Brian Bean

EPI-FS Training

Learning to Use the Early Psychosis Intervention Services Fidelity Scales (EPI-FS)

The Early Psychosis Intervention Services Fidelity Scales are three overlapping tools that measure how well services follow evidence-based practices for early psychosis. They cover first episode psychosis, clinical high risk, and bipolar disorder. A manual for all three scales is in development, with publication expected in 2026. See Details

June 11, 2026, 9am - 3:45pm
June 12, 2026, 9am - 3pm
Virtual via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 10.5
Trainer(s): Dr. Donald Addington

Positive Practices for Psychosis

Foundations for Supporting Service Users Living with Psychosis

This training provides a foundational introduction to understanding psychosis, recovery-oriented care, and effective communication with service users living with psychosis. Participants will explore mindful, open-ended language, relationship-building strategies, cultural considerations, and trauma-informed approaches to support respectful and responsive care. See Details

September 8, 2026, 12-4:30pm
Virtual via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 4
Trainer(s): Shannon Pagdon; Katie Eisen
Note: This training is beneficial to anyone planning to take CBTp Orientation training.

Orientation to CBTp Informed Skills Training

An Introduction to Collaborative, Recovery-Oriented CBT for Psychosis

This training introduces participants to the principles, evidence base, and core skills of CBTp, with emphasis on engagement, normalizing, curious questioning, formulation, culturally responsive care, and formulation-informed intervention. See Details

September 9, 2026, 12-4:30pm
September 10, 2026, 12-4:30pm
Virtual via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 8
Trainer(s): Lénie Torregrossa; Katie Eisen
Note: Attending Positive Practices for Psychosis training is highly recommended prior to attending this training

CSC Learning Collaborative & SIPS Training

Structured Interview of Psychosis-risk Syndromes (SIPS)

Psychotic disorders often emerge in adolescence and early adulthood. Early detection is critical to better outcomes. This credentialing workshop — taught by Dr. Barbara Walsh of Yale — equips health professionals and clinical researchers with hands-on skills to assess and diagnose Clinical High Risk syndromes and early psychosis using validated instruments including the SIPS. See Details

August 11, 2026, 9am - 4:30pm
August 12, 2026, 8:30am - 4pm
August 13, 2026, 8:30am - 3pm
In-Person, Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells
Continuing Education Hours: 14.0
Trainer(s): Dr. Barbara Walsh
Note: This event is for current and former Coordinated Specialty Care grantees. If you are unsure you qualify for this training, please reach out to BHTP@UWGB.EDU.

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