Texas Administrative Code Chapter 228 in conjunction with the Texas Education Agency  require completion of several training programs prior to getting certified.  The Sul Ross State University Department of Education checks to make sure these are completed prior to recommending a candidate for certification.

All of the training requirements are part of the programs’ curriculum: the candidates will complete these as part of receiving a grade in the class.  In the event one or more of these is missed, the following information is provided.  Candidates do not need to pay for these; the cost is covered by the Department of Education. Candidates will receive registration information from the Department.

Sul Ross State University has chosen the following vendors’ online training programs to satisfy this requirement.   You may be required to write a reflection or submit a certificate of course completion for any of these that are not completed in class.

Digital Literacy – Northstar

Dyslexia – TEA Website

Ethics – TEA via YouTube

Mental Health (including Substance Abuse) – Responsive Learning

Suicide Prevention – Responsive Learning

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About Responsive Learning

633 – Mental Health Awareness

Presenter: Responsive Learning
Core Area: Compliance
Grade Level: Elementary & Secondary 

Ideally, all students would come to school happy, healthy, and ready to learn, but for many students that isn’t the case. In this course, you’ll learn about different mental health conditions, how they affect students, what your responsibilities as an educator are, and how you can support students struggling with a mental health condition.

In this 1.25-hour course you will explore:

• Laws relating to mental health in schools
• Your role as an educator is supporting students with mental health conditions
• The defining characteristics of common mental health conditions

604 – Suicide Prevention

Presenter: Responsive Learning
Core Area: Compliance
Grade Level: Elementary & Secondary 

Suicide is the most common form of death for school-aged youth, and is entirely preventable. Teachers, administrators, and school employees are in a unique position to help youth who are at risk by identifying those who need assistance and taking preventative actions to help them.

In this 1-hour course you will learn how to:

• Identify suicide risk and resiliency factors
• Identify suicide warning signs
• Identify high-risk populations
• Understand the legal responsibilities of school districts and school employees
• Seek appropriate support for at-risk students
• Take preventative measures against suicide

Publisher’s Note: This content was originally developed, vetted, and approved for individuals completing their compliance training in the state of Texas. Please contact your state’s department of education to ensure that this training meets your needs.

*Students will receive registration information from the Department of Education.

About Northstar

Northstar Digital Literacy defines basic skills needed to perform tasks on computers and online. Online, self-guided modules assess the ability of individuals to perform tasks based on these skills. Included are basic computer digital literacy standards and modules in three main areas:

• Essential Computer Skills – Basic Computer Skills, Internet Basics, Using Email, Windows OS, Mac OS
• Essential Software Skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs
• Using Technology in Daily Life – Social Media, Information Literacy, Career Search Skills, Accessing Telehealth Appointments, Supporting K-12 Distance Learning, Your Digital Footprint.

*Students will receive registration information from the Department of Education.