Become a Primary Caregiver

Preservice Training

Same statewide rule: 24 hours of preservice training — 8 hours before assuming responsibility for children, the remaining 16 within 90 days.

• 24-Hour Texas Pre-Service
• 16-Hour Texas Pre-Service
• 8-Hour Texas Pre-Service

These bundles are built to meet CCR preservice rules for centers and homes.

Training for Licensed & Registered Child-Care Homes

Texas home-based providers can complete required training through ChildCareEd, including:

• Texas Primary Caregiver Qualification
• Transportation Safety 
• 1-Hour Abuse & Neglect Training

Annual Training

Each caregiver and site director must obtain at least 15 clock hours of training each year relevant to the age of the children for whom the person provides care. Licensed home primary caregivers should confirm their specific hour requirement under Chapter 747 with their licensing representative, as center and home requirements differ.