FAST® Training of Trainers

2025 Conference

July 21 – 24, 2025

Lyons Township, IL

An annual, hands-on training conference and comprehensive preparation event that fulfills the Pre-Certification requirement for prospective FAST Trainers, as well as offers Re-Certification and 2nd Certification for current trainers, among other tracks when available.

Tracks

Pre-Certification: Become a Certified FAST Trainer
FAST Team Members are eligible to complete the Pre-Certification track and start their path to becoming a certified FAST Trainer. You must serve on a FAST Team prior to pursuing certification. A supervised internship will be required after attendance to become fully certified.

Re-Certification: Update Your Existing Certification
FAST Trainers are required to update their certification every three (3) years to stay current on the latest innovations and program developments. Are you due for re-certification? Register for our comprehensive, hands-on Re-Certification track.

2nd Certification: Expand Your Existing Certification
FAST Trainers can obtain a 2nd Certification in a new program level, with Re-Certification included. This track will enable you to expand programs in your community by offering more than one level of FAST. A supervised internship will be required after attendance to become fully certified in the 2nd level.

Dates

Monday, July 21st –

Thursday, July 24th, 2024


Level(s) Offered

Elementary School, Middle School


Training Location

Lyons Township Mental Health Commission, 6404 Joliet Rd, Second Floor, Countryside, IL 60525


Hotel (Room Block)

Info Coming Soon!


Nearby Airport

Chicago Midway Airport (9.6 miles from training location)

Chicago O’Hare International Airport (17.5 miles from training location)


Registration Forms

Please submit completed forms to mmcgowan@familiesandschools.org.

Pre-Certification

Monday-Thursday

$2,500

Re-Certification

Monday-Wednesday

$1,250

2nd Certification

Monday-Thursday

$2,000