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SELF-DETERMINATION
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BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS
OFFICE OF INDIAN SERVICES
DIVISION OF SELF-DETERMINATION SERVICES
January 2020
ISDEAA TRAINING Course Catalog FY-2020
TABLE OF CONTENTS
MISSION STATEMENT 3
WHY WE TRAIN 4
WHO WE TRAIN 4
TRAINING OVERVIEW 4
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES 5
ISDEAA MANDATORY TRAINING ATTENDANCE AND COURSES 7
COURSE CATALOG 8
P.L. 93-638, the Law and Regulations, as Amended (25 CFR, CHAPTER V, PART
900) 8
Awarding Official’s Technical Representative (AOTR/SAOTR) and Approving
Official Training 8
Single Audit Act 8
Alternative Disputes Resolution (CDA/ADR) and Appeals 9
Construction Contracting under P.L. 93-638, 25 CFR Part 900, Subpart
J-Construction 9
Contract Support Costs 10
Contract Administration I 10
Contract Administration II 10
OMB Super Circular 11
Section 102 of the Act 12
Section 108 of the Act 12
Program Standards and Statement of Work 12
FY 2020 TRAINING SCHEDULE 13
REGISTRATION 15
PREREQUISITE 15
CANCELLATIONS 16
WAITING LISTS 16
TUITION/COURSE FEE 16
TRAINING MATERIAL 16
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PARTICIPANTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS 17
INSTRUCTOR LED TRAINING 17
EXAMS AND CERTIFICATES 17
SPECIAL TRAINING REQUESTS 18
REGIONAL AWARDING OFFICIAL CONTACT 19
CENTRAL OFFICE - DIVISION STAFF 20
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 21
How do I register? 21
Who do I contact if I experience any technical issues with registration? 21
Where can I find a list of available courses? 21
How do I check on the status of the training course? 21
Is registration limited to Federal employees? 21
Will I receive a registration confirmation? 21
How to request a course onsite to train BIA employees? 22
Are there prerequisites for certain Self-Determination training courses? 22
What is the cancellation policy? 22
What if I need to cancel? 22
Are there accommodations for students with special needs? 22
Where can I find the physical address of the training site? 22
Is there a dress code for the classroom? 22
What materials will I need to bring? 23
What time does the class start and end? 23
Will breaks be provided? 23
What time is lunch? 23
I am running late for class, what do I do? 23
What is the policy if I need to leave early from class? 23
Do I need a Photo I.D. to gain access to the training facility? 23
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MISSION STATEMENT
To promote and advocate maximum Indian participation in the programs and
services conducted by the Federal Government for Indians; and to encourage and
support the development of Tribal capacity to better manage the opportunities
and responsibilities of self-determination.
In 1975, the United States Congress enacted the Indian Self-Determination and
Education Assistance Act (the Act), Pub. L. 93-638. The Act allowed for Tribes to
have greater autonomy and to have the opportunity to assume the responsibility
for programs and services administered to them on behalf of the Secretary of the
Interior through contractual agreements. The Act assured that Tribes had
paramount involvement in the direction of services provided by the Federal
Government in an attempt to target the delivery of such services to the needs and
desires of the local communities. In the Act, the Congress declared its
commitment to maintaining the unique and continuing relationship with Indian
Tribes through the new policy of self-determination. The strengthening of this
relationship provided a methodical evolution of Federal dominance to an
improved and effective Indian involvement in the development and management
of programs.
The Division of Self-Determination Services (DSDS) within the Bureau of Indian
Affairs (BIA), the Office of Indian Services (OIS) serves as the primary contact on
policy affecting the unique contractual relationship between the Secretary of the
Interior and Federally recognized Tribes or Tribal entities. In addition to developing
policy and providing program direction at a national level, the Division focuses its
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efforts on training and technical assistance to meet the increasing demand for
modernization and professional growth by DOI employees and Tribal contractors.
WHY WE TRAIN
Indian Affairs’ policy supports and assists efforts of Federally recognized Tribes to
plan, conduct, and administer programs and services provided for the benefit of
Tribes and their members through the Indian Self-Determination and Education
Assistance Act (ISDEAA).
WHO WE TRAIN
The training program is designed for Federal and Tribal officials in support of the
execution of self-determination programs and services. The training program
provides technical assistance and training courses on program specific
components. The training curriculum targets the duties and responsibilities of the
ISDEAA agreements in methods consistent with applicable laws, rules, and
regulations, while supporting the Congress and the Secretary’s goal of,
“...supporting and assisting Indian Tribes in the development of strong and stable
Tribal governments, capable of administering quality programs…” through
comprehensive technical assistance without impairing the Secretary’s trust
responsibility to any Federally recognized Tribe or Tribal member.
TRAINING OVERVIEW
Training courses provide information on specific aspects of P.L. 93-638, as
amended, to ensure successful implementation. The course and coursework are
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effective tools in the administration and oversight of the contract, grant, or
cooperative agreement with the Tribe or Tribal organization.
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ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Regional Directors, BIA as the designated Line Officer to provide for the
application of overall policies, procedures and implementation of
Self-Determination (SD) awards within their administrative jurisdictional area(s)
pursuant to governing statutes and established policies and procedures.
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B. Superintendents/Field Representatives, BIA provide for the daily operations
of the field site Self-Determination (SD) responsibilities as designated by the
Regional Director (with administrative jurisdiction) pursuant to governing statutes
and established policies and procedures.
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C. Approving Officials All Line Officers are considered Approving Officials (AO)
for proposals to contract programs, services, functions, activities, or portions
thereof within their area of administrative jurisdiction. The responsibilities of
Approving Officials range from determination of the contractibility of a program,
service, function, and/or activity pursuant to statute and requirements outlined in
25 CFR §900. Once an individual is hired as a Line Officer, they are automatically
designated as the Approving Official.
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D. Awarding Officials (AOs) provide for the operation and application of P.L.
93-638, as designated, for the oversight, monitoring and award of contracts and
grants. AOs are certified using the Indian Affairs Awarding Official Certification
System Handbook (AOCSH) as guidance to meet the minimum qualifications, (13
IAM, Chapter 3)
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E. Awarding Officials Technical Representatives (AOTRs) provide
programmatic and administrative support as trained/designated by the AO(s) for a
specific contract/grant. The AOTR is appointed by the AO with a designation letter.
They are the programmatic Subject Matter Expert (SME).
F. Subordinate Awarding Officials Technical Representatives (SAOTRs)
provide programmatic and administrative support as trained/designated by the
AO(s) for a specific contract/grant. The SAOTR is appointed by the AO with a
designation letter. These positions are also programmatic SME and work with
AOTRs.
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ISDEAA MANDATORY TRAINING ATTENDANCE
AND COURSES
All Approving Officials and AOTR/SAOTR’s must take the following mandatory courses to be in
compliance.
Course
Mandatory
Attendance
Hours
Public Law 93-638, as amended, and it’s
Implementing Regulations*
Approving Officials
AOTR/SAOTR
24 hours
(3 days)
Awarding Official’s Technical Representative
(AOTR/SAOTR) and Approving Official Training 1/
Approving Officials
AOTR/SAOTR
24 hours 
(3 days)
Single Audit Act
Approving Officials
AOTR/SAOTR
16 hours
(2 days)
Section 102 of the Act 2/
Approving Official
AOTR/SAOTR
2 hours
Alternative Disputes Resolution (CDA/ADR) and
Appeals Training 2/
Approving Officials
AOTR/SAOTR
8 hours
Section 108 of the Act 2/
Approving Officials
AOTR/SAOTR
3 hours
Program Standards and Statement of Work
Approving Officials
AOTR/SAOTR
4 hours
Construction Contracting Under Pub. L. 93-638,
25 CFR Part 900, Subpart J-Construction
Approving Officials
AOTR 3/
SAOTR 3/
24 hours 
(3 days)
* Mandatory prerequisite to all training courses listed
1/Must be a 24-hour teacher-training course; online courses do not meet the training requirement.
2/Available through Webinar.
3/Mandatory for approving AOTR and/or SAOTR on construction contracts
Illustration from 13 IAM 6: Mandatory Training, which is located on the Indian Affairs Manual webpage listed.
https://www.bia.gov/policy-forms/manual (scroll down to Part 13)
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COURSE CATALOG
P.L. 93-638, the Law and Regulations, as Amended (25 CFR, CHAPTER V, PART
900)
The course covers the intent and scope of the Law; Federal support and ongoing
inherent Federal responsibility, the standards, oversight, and the administration of
the model agreement. The course also covers the Regulations provided in 25 CFR,
Chapter V, Part 900, and how they support and guide the Act. 
Target Audience: Tribal staff working with Self-Determination agreements, newly
delegated Agency representatives, Approving Officials, Awarding Officials, and
Agency program staff (AOTR/SAOTR(s)). Superintendents, Regional Directors, and
Deputy Regional Directors.
Credit: 24-hour (3 day course)
Awarding Official’s Technical Representative (AOTR/SAOTR) and Approving
Official Training
Participants, through lecture and coursework, will learn the role and
responsibilities under the delegation of the BIA’s “Authority”. Specific roles and
responsibilities will be outlined as it relates to standards of conduct and ethics,
Alternative Disputes Resolution, cost principles, standards, and monitoring.
Target Audience: Approving Officials (Superintendents, Regional Directors,
Deputy Regional Directors, Line Officers), AOTR/SAOTR(s), and Tribal staff.
Credit: 24-hour (3 day course)
Single Audit Act
The course is designed to improve the participants' understanding of Single Audit
issues and resolutions. A step by step process will be introduced in order for
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participants to ask questions and discuss effective practices in working with Tribes
or Tribal organizations. Actual “Findings” and “Corrective Action Plans” will be
used.
Target Audience: Tribes or Tribal organizations that expend at least $750,000
annually in federal funds (new OMB Super Circular threshold), Agency
representatives, Approving Officials, Awarding Officials, and AOTR/SAOTR(s).
Credit: 16-hour (2 day course)
Alternative Disputes Resolution (CDA/ADR) and Appeals
Participants will learn through lecture, group discussion/activities, and coursework
the concepts of the Contract Disputes Act, the Appeals process and Alternative
Disputes Resolution.
Target Audience: Tribes or Tribal organizations, Approving Officials, Agency
representatives and AOTR/SAOTR(s).
Credit: 8-hour (1 day course)
Construction Contracting under P.L. 93-638, 25 CFR Part 900, Subpart
J-Construction
Participants will learn the phases of construction contracting preparation,
negotiation, and the award process. The development of specifications, drawings,
inspection, and performance standards will be emphasized to detail roles and
responsibilities.
Target Audience: Tribes or Tribal organizations planning for construction,
Approving Officials, Awarding Officials, and AOTR/SAOTR(s).
Credit: 24-hour (3 day course)
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Contract Support Costs
The introductory course will provide fundamental concepts, terminology, and
Contract Support Cost management, OMB A-87, and Indirect Cost Computation.
Through lecture, case studies, and assignments, participants will learn the terms
used in indirect cost and basics of managing indirect cost.
Target Audience: Tribes or Tribal organizations, Tribal accountants, Awarding
Officials, Self-Determination Specialist(s)
Credit: 16-hour (2 day course)
Contract Administration I
The course will provide basic concepts on contract, grant, and cooperative
agreement administration, processes, and procedures as required by P.L. 93-638,
law and regulations. Participants will learn how to apply the Awarding Official’s
Code of Conduct, Department of the Interior’s basic framework for Ethics, Training
techniques and strategies, records management, contract administration
responsibilities, monitoring, effective communication skills, introduction to
negotiation, and Tribal Management Systems Review. Participants will
demonstrate how contract, grant, and cooperative agreements processes apply to
P.L. 93-638, law and regulations.
Target Audience: This course is advanced and specifically designed for Awarding
Officials and/or Self-Determination Specialists’ aspiring to obtain Level I, Awarding
Official Certification. Limited seats.
Credit: 24-hour (3 day course) 
Contract Administration II
The course will provide advanced concepts on contract, grant, and cooperative
agreement administration, processes, and procedures as required by P.L. 93-638,
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as amended. Participants will learn how to apply the Indian Affairs Manual (IAM)
and all associated self-determination documents to internal and external
administrative procedures. Participants will demonstrate their Region/Agency
processes and how the IAM and related resources are aligned and used as
justification for decision making. The course involves mandatory participant led
lecture, group discussion and debate. Participants will also engage in a peer review
process that will allow for colleagues to question, provide professional opinion, and
defend their practice as Self-Determination professionals
Target Audience: This course is advanced and specifically designed for Certified
Awarding Officials and/or Self-Determination Specialists’ aspiring to obtain Level I,
Awarding Official Certification. Limited seats.
Credit: 24-hour (3 day course)
OMB Super Circular
The Office of Management and Budget, (OMB), issued the OMB Super Circular on
December 26, 2013. The Super Circular is codified at 2 CFR Part 200 – Uniform
Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal
Awards. The objectives of the reform include, but are not limited to, a focus on the
Single Audit Act oversight tool to reduce fraud, waste, and abuse, eliminate
duplicative and conflicting guidance, and to increase a management focus on
performance and achieving program outcomes. The course will provide
participants with the knowledge of: the purpose of the OMB Super Circular; the
effects on Tribes/Tribal organizations; Advances and payments; Cost Sharing and
matching requirements; Impacts on “High Risk” Tribes; Cost Principles – Select
Items of Cost (discretionary grants and entitlement program differences) and
Audit Requirements (major program determinations, high risk determinations,
sanctions for non-compliance). Participants will engage in group discussion and
lecture. 
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Target Audience: Approving Officials, AOTR/SAOTR(s), and Self-Determination
Specialists, Tribal Officials, School Boards, Program Directors/Managers, Finance
and Accounting Staff, Contract and Grants Staff.
Credit: 16-hour (2 day course)
Section 102 of the Act
The 2-hour course will cover self-determination proposals, the 90-day timeframe,
the approval and declination process and Tort claims.
Target Audience: Tribes or Tribal organizations, Awarding and Approving Officials,
AOTR/SAOTR(s), and Self-Determination Specialists.
Credit: 2-hour (webinar)
Section 108 of the Act
The 3-hour course will cover the terms and conditions of the Model Agreement for
non-construction contracts and grants.
Target Audience: Tribes or Tribal organizations, Awarding and Approving Officials,
AOTR(s)/SAOTR(s), and Self-Determination Specialists.
Credit: 3-hour (webinar)
Program Standards and Statement of Work
The course will introduce the process used in the development of program
standards and statements of work. Participants will gain an understanding of the
criteria used to create clear and concise program standards and statements of
work.
Target Audience: Tribes or Tribal organizations, Awarding and Approving Officials,
AOTR(s)/SAOTR(s), and Self-Determination Specialists.
Credit: 4-hour (webinar)
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FY 2020 TRAINING SCHEDULE
COURSE DATE COURSE TITLE

FEB 11-13, 2020 Contract Administration II
Albuquerque, NM
MAR 10-12, 2020 OMB Super Circular
Minneapolis, MN
MAR 17-18, 2020 Contract Support Costs
Sacramento, CA
APR 7-9, 2020 P.L. 93-638, as amended, the Law and Regulations
Denver, CO
APR 21-23, 2020 Approving Official, AOTR/SAOTR
San Diego, CA
MAY 19-21, 2020 Contract Administration I
Portland, OR
JUN 9-11, 2020 OMB Super Circular
Rapid City, SD
JUN 23-25, 2020 Construction Contracting under P.L. 93-638, Subpart J-Construction
Billings, MT
JUL 14-16, 2020 P.L. 93-638, as amended, the Law and Regulations
Oklahoma City, OK
JUL 28-30, 2020 Approving Official, AOTR/SAOTR
Kansas City, KS
AUG 11-13, 2020 P.L. 93-638, as amended, the Law and Regulations
Albuquerque, NM
AUG 25-27, 2020 Approving Official, AOTR/SAOTR
Albuquerque, NM
*All courses above are instructor led and require mandatory attendance for each
day, to receive credit for training.
**Training Venues will be provided to students in confirmation email.
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FY 20 SELF-DETERMINATION WEBINAR TRAINING
SCHEDULE
COURSE DATE COURSE TITLE TIME
MAR 24, 2020 Section 102 of the Act 9:00 AM MDT
MAR 25, 2020 Section 108 of the Act 1:00 PM MDT
MAR 26, 2020 Program Standards and Statement of Work 9:00 AM MDT
AUG 18, 2020 Section 102 of the Act 9:00 AM MDT
AUG 19, 2020 Section 108 of the Act 1:00 PM MDT
AUG 20, 2020 Program Standards and Statement of Work 9:00 AM MDT
SEPT 15, 2020 Program Standards and Statement of Work 9:00 AM MDT
SEPT 16, 2020 Program Standards and Statement of Work 9:00 AM MDT
SEPT 17, 2020 Program Standards and Statement of Work 12:00 PM MDT
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REGISTRATION
HOW TO REGISTER FOR A COURSE: Courses are open to Tribal and Federal
contract and grant personnel who are directly or indirectly responsible for the
design, operation, and management of programs which are contractible under P.L.
93-638 (ISDEAA), as amended.
The Bureau of Indian Affairs, other Federal Agencies, and Tribal personnel
interested in attending ISDEAA training courses may contact the training team via
email for assistance. A copy of the registration form is attached at the back of the
course catalog. All individuals registering for a course must have approval from an
immediate supervisor prior to receiving a registration confirmation email.
Registration link
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=urWTBhhLe02TQfMvQApUl
IjVm4ZmNF5Lk_xu-E1o6UNUOUdWRFdBRktOUVBZQVBDQTNZQUk2MkoxWiQlQ
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CONTACT THE SELF-DETERMINATION SERVICES TRAINING REGISTRAR: (202)
208-1882 OR VIA EMAIL: BIA.SELFDETERMINATION.TRAINING@BIA.GOV
PREREQUISITE
All Federal students are required to complete P.L. 93-638, as amended, prior to
enrolling in any ISDEAA courses offered by the Office of Indian Services. You may
email a copy or upload your certificate on the registration site. Tribal employees
are not required to take the prerequisite, however it is highly encouraged.
For more information see: 13 IAM 6: Mandatory Training
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Located on the Indian Affairs Manual webpage
https://www.bia.gov/policy-forms/manual 
CANCELLATIONS
The Division of Self-Determination Services (DSDS) reserves the right to cancel any
training course due to low participant interest (enrollment); cost effectiveness,
inclement weather, Federal/State/Local Government notices. The cancellation
notice will be sent out at least two business days prior to the first day of class.
WAITING LISTS
In the event the number of applicants exceeds the maximum class size, a waiting
list will be established for the specific course. Any available registration openings
will be extended to the waitlist roster.
TUITION/COURSE FEE
There are no registration fees or tuition costs for any course listed in this course
catalog. Travel and per diem expenses are the responsibility of the participant.
TRAINING MATERIAL
For instructor-led courses, the training handbooks will be provided by the DSDS.
For webinar sessions, the training material will be provided to each participant by
email.
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PARTICIPANTS WITH SPECIAL
NEEDS
Registrants shall provide written notice of special needs when registering. The
DSDS Training staff will make the necessary arrangements prior to the
commencement of the training session.
INSTRUCTOR LED TRAINING
For instructor-led training, each participant is fully responsible for their own travel
and hotel arrangements. This course catalog includes the training course title and
location. The registration confirmation email will be issued to the registraint which
identifies the training venue, and if available, any specific hotel accommodation
arrangements, such as hotel room blocks, codes, and special room rates. 
EXAMS AND CERTIFICATES
Designated OIS training officials will award certificates to Federal personnel who
complete 100 percent attendance and achieve an 80 percent average on all core
curriculum and/or graded material. Achieving a level of accuracy in each course
assists in determining competency and the knowledge necessary toward
Awarding Official certification in accordance with the Awarding Official’s
Certification System. Tribal employees are not required to pass the exam(s). Tribal
employees who take the exam and pass will receive a Certificate of Completion.
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Tribal employees who opt out of taking an exam will receive a Certificate of
Participation.
The DSDS Trainer will issue a retake exam for Federal personnel who do not pass
the initial exam. Supervisors will be notified along with the student of any exam,
which resulted in a percentage below the acceptable/passing percentage level for
the course. Students have 30 days from the date of notice to schedule and
complete the retake exam(s). A proctor will be required to monitor the exam.
Students will have three hours to complete the open book retake exam. If a
passing score is not achieved for the second exam, the supervisor will issue a third
and final attempt. Federal personnel who do not pass the third and final exam, and
wish to receive a certificate for the course, will be required to retake the entire
course and pass the exam. For the training courses which have an exam, no
certificates will be issued to Federal personnel simply for attendance or
participation.
NOTE: Certificates may take up to four weeks for delivery.
SPECIAL TRAINING REQUESTS
Special Requests for training are “unscheduled courses.” All courses listed as Basic
and General courses in this course catalog are available upon request. The
Regional and Agency Offices, or Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations, may
request a special course be provided at a specified location.. Training site location
and training material copying will be the responsibility of the requesting office. The
written request shall be submitted, identifying the specific course and proposed
dates, to the Chief, Division of Self-Determination Services.
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NOTE: All training is subject to the availability of the instructor.
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REGIONAL AWARDING OFFICIAL CONTACT
REGION (Division)
SENIOR AWARDING
OFFICIAL
PHONE
LEVEL
Alaska
Ronelle Beardslee (Acting)
(907)
271-4086
Level II
Eastern
Kirk Meyer
(615 )
564-6962
Level II
Eastern Oklahoma
Katie Stafford (Acting)
(918)
781-4615
Level I
Great Plains
Krissanne Stevens
(605)
226-7426
Level II
Midwest
Michelle Corbine
(612)
725-4588
Level II
Navajo
Orlinda Platero
(505)
863-8311
Level I
Northwest
Kristine Whittaker (Acting)
(503)
231-6760
Level I
Pacific
Victoria May
(916)
978-6024
Level II
Rocky Mountain
Leslie Gourneau (Acting)
(406)
768-3447
Level I
Southern Plains
Kelly K. Moore
(405)
247-1574
Level II
Southwest
Sherri Smith
(505)
563-3446
Level II
Western
Glen Shafer
(602)
379-4189
Level I
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CENTRAL OFFICE - DIVISION STAFF
NAME
Email
Sunshine Jordan
Chief, Division of
Self-Determination
sunshine.jordan@bia.gov
Jack Edmo, Jr. (Central Office
West)
Self-Determination Trainer
jack.edmo@bia.gov
505-563-3532
Tashina Velis
Staff Assistant/Registrar
tashina.velis@bia.gov
Office of Indian Services
Division of Self-Determination
1849 C Street, N.W., MS-3645-MIB | Washington, D.C. 20240
Work: (202) 513-0781 | Fax: (202) 208-5113
Email: bia.selfdetermination.training@bia.gov
Central Office West
OIS Division of Self-Determination
1001 Indian School Road, NW. Suite 227
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87104
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I register?
Access the online registration form by clicking the link on the flyer, website, or by
contacting the Self-Determination training staff at
bia.selfdetermination.training@bia.gov
Who do I contact if I experience any technical issues with
registration?
Please contact the training staff at bia.selfdetermination.training@bia.gov
Where can I find a list of available courses?
A list of available courses, core hours, and locations can be found in the course
catalog section of this course catalog.
How do I check on the status of the training course?
Contact the Self-Determination training staff at bia.selfdetermination.training@bia.gov
to check on the status of a training course.
Is registration limited to Federal employees?
No. Registration is open to Tribal representatives and other Federal government
agencies.
Will I receive a registration confirmation?
A registration confirmation email will be sent after all registration requirements are met.
The requirements may include; verification of successful completion of the
pre-requisite course and supervisory approval. The confirmation email will include the
course location, course date(s), course hours, and directions to the training facility. If
you do not receive a confirmation email within 3 days, please contact the registrar or
the trainer.
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How to request a course onsite to train BIA employees?
Information for special training requests can be found in this course catalog. Please
submit a written special request to the Chief, Division of Self-Determination.
Are there prerequisites for certain Self-Determination training
courses?
All courses require the Public Law 93-638,as amended, the Law and Regulations,
as a
prerequisite. When registering, please provide a copy of your certificate to
demonstrate successful completion.
What is the cancellation policy?
Registered individuals are encouraged to cancel their training registration in writing or
via email to bia.selfdetermination.training@bia.gov at a minimum of 10-days prior to
the start date of the training course.
What if I need to cancel?
Registered individuals must send a cancellation notice in writing to the
Self-Determination Training staff at bia.selfdetermination.training@bia.gov at a
minimum of 10-days prior to the start date of the training course.
Are there accommodations for students with special needs?
Yes. The agency must notify the Self-Determination staff in writing at
bia.selfdetermination.training@bia.gov of any special needs. The training staff will
make every effort to ensure the accommodations are met in the classroom.
Where can I find the physical address of the training site?
Registered individuals will receive a registration confirmation email containing the
training venue, address, and other information.
Is there a dress code for the classroom?
The dress code is business casual.
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What materials will I need to bring?
Students shall be prepared for class with a pen, highlighter, writing tablet for notes,
and other items and tools used to enhance the learning experience.
What time does the class start and end?
Class begins at 8:00 a.m. and concludes at 4:30 p.m. each day.
Will breaks be provided?
The instructor will provide two 10 to 15 minute breaks, one in the morning and one in
the afternoon.
What time is lunch?
The lunch break will vary depending on the class and discussion. The instructor
reserves the right to adjust the daily lunch break schedule as needed. Typically, the
lunch break will be between 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
I am running late for class, what do I do?
If you are running late for class, please contact the Self-Determination staff at
bia.selfdetermination.training@bia.gov A team member will notify the instructor so you
will not be marked as absent.
What is the policy if I need to leave early from class?
If you need to leave early, you will need to notify the Self-Determination training staff.
You will also need to make arrangements with the instructor. If you miss two or more
hours of the course lecture, you will not receive credit for the course or a training
certificate.
Do I need a Photo I.D. to gain access to the training facility?
Participants will be required to show a current and valid state or federal Identification to
gain access to federal buildings. You are also encouraged to bring your confirmation
letter which will validate your visit.
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