October 27th, 2026
Texas HHSC is hosting Employment First and Employment Services (virtual) training.
This training is for anyone who supports people with disabilities and is responsible for setting employment goals.
What: Virtual Employment First and Employment Services Training
When: Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2026
Where: Online
To Register:
Choose one of the events below. The training will be the same on each date.
Register for Tuesday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
About this Virtual Training
This training is specifically designed for any staff member who has a role in supporting people with disabilities and is responsible for setting employment goals. This includes people with direct, hands-on roles such as:
- Service coordinators,
- Employment specialists,
- Direct care staff,
- Day habilitation staff, and
- Job coaches, supervisors, and others who support people as they pursue competitive and integrated employment.
Training topics include:
- Overview of Employment First and the national movement,
- Providing employment services,
- Family concerns,
- Employment and soft skills,
- Apprenticeship programs, and
- Employer relationships.
ASL and CART services are available upon request. You can submit the request through the event registration form. Please submit the request by Monday, Oct. 19, for the October event, and by Monday, Nov. 30, for the December event
