Bauman Consulting Group

06/16/2026

Strong communication changes outcomes.

This 16-hour blended training helps professionals in criminal justice settings build practical Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills they can use right away in supervision, case management, and everyday interactions. From intake conversations to ongoing support, MI helps staff engage more effectively.

The course combines self-paced learning with virtual instructor-led practice sessions focused on real-world application. Participants work through guided exercises, role plays, and skill-building activities, with individualized feedback to help refine their approach.

Interested in learning more or bringing MI training to your agency? Contact us directly at [email protected] or follow our page for upcoming dates and registration information.

06/08/2026

Is your agency ready to take the next step with the Women's Risk Needs Assessment?

Registration is now open for our 2026 WRNA Training for Trainers. This advanced training is designed for practitioners who are ready to build internal training capacity within their agencies and organizations.

Please note: Participants must be certified to administer the WRNA and have completed at least 10 WRNA assessments before registering for this training.

Space is limited and sessions fill quickly!

Visit our Marketplace to view available dates and register:
www.baumanconsultinggroup.com/marketplace

Have questions about eligibility or the training process? Contact us—we're happy to help.

05/29/2026

Planning ahead for staff development? We’ve added new virtual training dates to the Bauman Consulting Group Marketplace through 2027.

Our virtual trainings offer a cost-effective solution for professionals working in corrections, community supervision, public safety, and related systems who want practical tools they can apply immediately.

Explore upcoming training dates in our Marketplace, or contact us at [email protected] with questions or to register directly. https://baumanconsultinggroup.com/marketplace

05/14/2026

Strong leaders understand that technical skills are only part of the equation. Emotional intelligence plays a major role in how we communicate, lead teams, manage stress, and make decisions.

That’s why Bauman Consulting Group offers EQ-i 2.0 assessments to help individuals and organizations better understand emotional intelligence strengths and identify opportunities for growth.

The EQ-i 2.0 provides insight into key areas such as:
✔ Self-perception
✔ Self-expression
✔ Interpersonal relationships
✔ Decision-making
✔ Stress management

Whether you’re developing leaders, strengthening team dynamics, or investing in professional growth, emotional intelligence assessments can provide practical insight that leads to stronger performance.

Interested in learning how EQ-i testing can support your team or organization? Let’s connect.

04/28/2026

Bauman Consulting Group is in California with the National Institute of Corrections to deliver training on Evidence-Informed Practices in the Management of Female Prisons.

This work focuses on practical, research-informed approaches that strengthen systems and improve outcomes for women under supervision.

CDCR leaders demonstrated a commitment to fostering an environment and culture that supports change and success for both the women in their custody and the staff who serve them.

04/23/2026

04/23/2026

A quick listen that gives useful context to the work behind Bauman Consulting Group.

Ashley (Bauman) Payne was invited as a notable graduate to join CECH Chats, the official podcast of the University of Cincinnati College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology.

In Episode 9, she talks through early exposure to the field, her time at University of Cincinnati, and the decision to build a consulting firm focused on practical application and research.

If you work in law enforcement, courts, or corrections, this one is worth your time.

Listen to the episode and share it with a colleague: https://www.cech.uc.edu/about/headlines/cech-chats-podcast.html

04/16/2026

As the presenting sponsor of AJFO’s 2025 Biennial Conference, Bauman Consulting Group is proud to support its ongoing efforts to bring practical, research-informed resources to the field. We value our partnership with AJFO, Inc. and the shared commitment to improving outcomes for women and girls in the criminal justice system.

Join us for this free webinar:

Pathways to Healing and Resilience: A Community Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, April 21
11:00 AM (ET)
Duration: 1 hour

This interactive session will be led by Christine Tayingwa, whose work focuses on trauma-informed care, psychosocial support, and community-based approaches to recovery.

Participants will engage in a guided experience designed to identify and explore local mental health resources. The session offers practical strategies to strengthen connections to care, support long-term recovery, and build more responsive systems within communities.

For professionals working to improve outcomes for women and girls, this topic is both timely and actionable. Strengthening access to meaningful supports is a key part of helping individuals stabilize, rebuild, and move forward successfully.

We encourage you to join us and share this opportunity with your colleagues.

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_99F74eGeQAGYddTjOWj2wA #/registration

We hope to see you there!

04/06/2026

A small resource with a big impact.

Support stronger, more meaningful visits with our Connection Cards for Visitation. Designed for use in correctional settings, each set includes 52 simple prompts and some tips that help incarcerated individuals start real conversations with their children.

Easy to distribute. Easy to use. Built for the realities of visitation, phone calls, and video sessions.

Available on our website or contact us for bulk pricing options at [email protected].

www.baumanconsultinggroup.com/marketplace/connection-cards-for-visitation

03/25/2026

Registration is open for our upcoming Pathways to Change: Individual Casework Interventions virtual training.

This 24-hour, live, instructor-led program meets the requirements to become an end user of Pathways to Change and equips practitioners to use their at-desk time with purpose and structure.

Pathways to Change is a research-based casework intervention guide built to address needs commonly identified on risk assessments. Participants receive practical tools they can use immediately, including:

22 core worksheets applicable across need areas
17 skill-building worksheets
15 specialty worksheets for targeted interventions

The approach is collaborative and structured, helping practitioners strengthen accountability, engagement, and problem-solving while supporting long-term behavior change with clients.

Training Details
April 27–30, 2026
9:00 AM–3:00 PM MT
11:00 AM–5:00 PM ET

Delivered live via virtual instructor-led sessions. Cost: $1,200

If your agency is looking to bring more structure and consistency to casework conversations, this training is a practical next step.

Use the link or contact us at [email protected] to learn more or reserve a seat.

https://baumanconsultinggroup.com/marketplace/pathways-to-change-individual-casework-interventions-for-criminal-justice-involved-women-end-user-training-k6ncy

Utilize the at-the-desk time with clients more effectively by structuring that time around targeted conversations. Corrections Professionals learn to utilize a structured, gender-informed, gender inclusive, 4-R approach to case management sessions while utilizing a series of structured casework acti