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What Training Is Available?
The Online Introductory Course is appropriate for any member of the planning team, including:
- Legally authorized representatives
- Family members
- Friends
- *Nurses
- *Behavior specialists
- *Employment specialists
- *Attendants
- *Direct support professionals
- Anyone asked to be a member of the planning team
*Required in some instances
Note: To access and complete this free, self-paced, online training, go to the HHS Learning Portal, create a user login, and follow instructions to complete the training.
Person-Centered Thinking Classroom Course
HHS offers an online instructor-led training for HHS staff and contractors. If you prefer a two-day classroom course, or if your contract requires it, contact the Office of Disability Services Coordination for more information and availability.
Note: This training fulfills the refresher course required for managed care organization staff in the Uniform Managed Care Contract Section 8.3.2.3.
Recommended Person-Centered Training for HHS Staff
| Provider or Entity | Appropriate Training |
|---|---|
| DSHS Case Workers and other State Employees | Introductory Online Training |
| Managed Care Service Coordinators and Managers | Full PCT Instructor Led Training |
| Class Case Managers | Full PCT Instructor Led Training |
| Class Providers | Introductory Online Training |
| DBMD Case Managers | Full PCT Instructor Led Training |
| DBMD Providers | Introductory Online Training |
| LIDDA Services and Habilitation Coordinators | Full Instructor Led Training |
| Certified HCS Providers | Introductory Online Training |
| Certified TxHmL Providers | Introductory Online Training |
| HCSSAs | Introductory Online Training accessible at Texas System of Care |
| 1915(i) Adult Mental Health Recovery Managers | Via Hope Recovery Planning |
| FMSAs | None but is strongly encouraged |
Minimum Requirements for PCP Training
HHS trainings align with person-centered guidelines for modes of care for people receiving services through Medicaid waiver programs. These have been developed in conjunction with The Learning Community for Person Centered Practices. HHS is committed to working with our partners to ensure they meet these standards.
To submit training for consideration to be approved by HHS, send the completed training to the Office of Disability Services Coordination.