State of Texas required Pre-Service Training
Pre-service training will cover the following areas:
(1) Developmental stages of children;
(2) Age-appropriate activities for children;
(3) Positive guidance and discipline of children;
(4) Fostering children’s self-esteem;
(5) Supervision and safety practices in the care of children;
(6) Positive interaction with children; and
(7) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including
immunizations.
If a caregiver provides care for children younger than 24 months of age, one hour of that
caregiver’s pre-service training must cover the following topics:
(1) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma;
(2) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death
syndrome (SIDS); and
(3) Understanding early childhood brain development.
Pre-Service is offered weekly from 8am - 2pm
Cost $35 for 8 hours of Pre-service
$55 for 24 hours of Pre-service
WE OFFER A WIDE VARIETY OF TRAINING OPTIONS
1. Off-Site Training Workshops
This training option will bring GHCCA directly to your center! This option offers1- 4 clock hours of led time. We design training packages to help meet your individual needs.
2.Training Workshops
GHCCA various workshops throughout the year. We provide 1-4 clock hours of here at our facility. (Click on upcoming Training Classes for of classes)
3. Pre-Service Training
This course offers 24 clock hours of time divided into 3 training sessions. This course covers learning objectives set forth by of Family and Protective Services.
4. Childcare Administrator's Credential Course
This course is approved by the Texas Department of Family & Protective Services. Upon it will allow you to become a Director of a Licensed Childcare Center or Licensed Childcare Home.
(Click on Directors Course for details)
5. CDA Training Course
This course is offered over 6-8 weeks
(Click on Earn a CDA for details)