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Training Resources
New hire and ongoing training requirements
All staff are responsible for completing their assigned trainings. New hires should work through the required section in order during their first weeks. Returning staff can jump to any section for refreshers or seasonal requirements.
Required — New Hires
Complete these trainings in order during your first weeks at HPCH.
DFPS Account & Modules
Create your account on the Texas DFPS training portal, then complete the following modules:
- Texas DFPS Training Login — Create your account
- Runaway Prevention — Complete the runaway prevention module
- Reporting Abuse & Neglect — Mandatory reporter training
Ethics & Cultural Competence
- Review the Ethics of Cultural Competence training slides
- Complete the Ethics of Cultural Competence Quiz
- Save your certificate or send a screenshot to your supervisor for your employee file
Transporting Children & SIDS
These are hosted on AgriLife Learn — you’ll need to create a separate account. Save your login info.
- Transporting Children Safely in Child Care — $14 enrollment (reimbursable). You get two attempts to pass. Contact Amy King if you need help.
- Brain Development / SIDS / Abusive Head Trauma — Free enrollment.
Trauma-Informed Care
Complete 6 hours of trauma training from the NCTSN Learning Center. Each course runs about 1–1.5 hours. Choose any child- and trauma-related topics that interest you.
Ongoing & Seasonal
These trainings recur annually or seasonally. Your supervisor will let you know when they’re due.
Summer Water Safety
Required each summer. Watch the video, answer the questions, and save your certificate.
For trainings that require in-person setup, or if you have any questions, contact Amy King at 806-433-4317.