HCS and TxHmL Joint Training Opportunities

Below is a listing of classes available to HCS and TxHmL providers. Classes will be added as they become available. To register for a class, click on the course link below for the desired date and time and follow the instructions. No CEs are offered for these courses, but attendees will receive a certificate of attendance.

Course Descriptions

Administrative Penalties and Related Processes in HCS & TxHmL Providers: This presentation covers the processes and requirements pertaining to Administrative Penalties and Related Processes for the HCS and TxHmL programs. While no formal CE's are offered for this webinar, a Certificate of attendance will be sent to registered participants following the event. Attendees should complete the evaluation presented immediately following the webinar's conclusion. Only persons who register and complete the evaluation will receive the certificate.

Death Notifications and Provider Investigation Reports for HCS/TxHmL Providers: This 1-hour webinar provides an overview of program provider responsibilities as they relate to notifications of deaths and submitting Provider investigation reports. Formal CE's will not be issued, but a Certificate of Attendance will be issued to all attendees who complete the post-course evaluation.

Emergency Preparedness 101 for HCS and TxHmL Providers: This webinar provides an overview of program provider requirements for preparing for and responding to emergencies. The course includes a discussion of potential emergencies that must be prepared for, the 3 phases of emergency preparedness plan, and the 8 core functions that should be included.

HCS Certification Standards An Overview of Changes: This 60-minute webinar explores the changes effective within the Home and Community Based Services program. It provides clarification on changes pertaining to the new location of rules within TAC pertaining to this program and the structure of those new rules. Other topics include Individual Rights, Staff Member and Service Provider requirements, Nursing, Emergency Response Systems, Behavior Support plans and Protective Devices, among others. The training also covers changes relative to HHSC actions. Formal CEU's will not be offered for this training, but registered attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance. Please note: Only the persons who register for this course will receive the attendance certificate.

HCS Certification Standards Module 1: Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation: This webinar provides interpretive guidance on the rules related to the Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (ANE) of individuals receiving HCS program services. This presentation provides a review of the definitions of, and the rules for preventing and reporting ANE within the HCS program.

HCS Certification Standards Module 2: This pre-recorded webinar provides interpretive guidance on the rules related to Behavioral Supports, Protective Devices and Restraints.

HCS Certification Standards Module 3: Staff Member and Service Provider Requirements: This pre-recorded webinar provides interpretive guidance related to program provider responsibilities for hiring and training of staff members and service providers.

HCS/TxHmL Certification Principles Module 4: Staff Member and Service Provider Requirements: This webinar provides interpretive guidance related to program provider responsibilities for hiring and training of staff members and service providers as outlined in TAC 9.177.

HCS/TxHmL Certification Principles Module 5: Restraints and Seclusion: This webinar provides interpretive guidance related to restraints in the HCS and TxHmL programs including when a restraint may be used, and ways in which restraints may not be used. This presentation will also cover the rules barring the use of seclusion.

HCS/TxHmL Certification Principles Module 6: Quality Assurance: This webinar provides interpretive guidance on the rules outlined in TAC 9.178 and 9.580 which require program providers to provide quality in the delivery of services and supports.

HCS/TxHmL Certification Principles Module 7: Rights of Individuals: This webinar provides interpretive guidance on the rights of individuals receiving HCS and TxHmL program services as outlined in TAC 9.173 and 9.580.

HCS/TxHmL Certification Principles Module 8: Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation: This webinar provides interpretive guidance on the rules related to the Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (ANE) of individuals receiving HCS and TxHmL program services. This presentation will provide a review of the definitions of, and the rules for preventing and reporting ANE within the HCS and TxHmL programs.

HCS/TxHmL Program Provider Responsibilities in Death Reviews and Provider Investigation Reports: This one hour training covers HCS and Texas Home Living Provider responsibilities as they relate to notifications of deaths and Provider investigation reports. This webinar will not be recorded. While formal CEs will not be issued, registered participants who attend the entire training will receive a Certificate of Attendance 48 hours following the completion of the webinar.

Hurricane Season - Ready or Not! Preparedness for Home and Community-Based Services, Texas Home Living (HCS/TxHmL), and Individualized Skills and Socialization Providers.: HCS&TxHmL and Individualized Skills and Socialization Providers, with attention to preparing for hurricane season. This curriculum provides guidance for providers and other staff members responsible for emergency preparedness and response, with the goal of ensuring the health and well-being of individuals under the providers' care during a hurricane. Topics include the state requirements of emergency preparedness (for each provider type applicable) including the risk assessment, the phases of emergency management, and the core elements required for an emergency plan.

Registered Nurses earn 1.00 contact hours upon successful completion of this activity.

1.50 clock hours awarded for other attendees.

Infection Control Basics for HCS and TxHmL Providers: This webinar will cover infection control concepts, practices, and principles as they apply to HCS and TxHmL programs. No CE's will be awarded, but a Certificate of attendance will be provided following the conclusion of the webinar. Attendees must complete the evaluation to receive the certificate.

Medication Management for HCS/TxHmL Providers: A discussion of requirements for HCS & TxHmL Providers pertaining to Medication Administration and Management. Topics include regulatory requirements and expectations, fundamentals of medication management and nurse delegation. This course does not offer formal CEUs but those participants who attend the entire webinar and complete the post-class survey will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

Regional Offsite Review Process for Critical Incidents Reported into the Critical Incident Management System for HCS/TxHmL: The purpose of this webinar is to inform Home and Community-based Services (HCS) and Texas Home Living (TxHmL) providers of the Long-term Care Regulation (LTCR) Regional Offsite Review (ROR) process for critical incidents reported into the Critical Incident Management System (CIMS). No CEs are offered for this training; however, a Certificate of Attendance will be provided following completion of the training.

Writing Acceptable Plans of Correction for HCS and TxHmL Providers: This in-person training is designed to train staff on the process for writing acceptable Plans of correction for HCS and TxHmL programs. There will be small group activities and interactions with the trainer and fellow attendees. No CEs are offered for this webinar; however, a Certificate of Attendance will be provided following completion of the training.

For additional information, please email LTCRJointTraining@hhs.texas.gov.

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