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TECPDS Certificate Generation Tool
Part of the Texas Trainer Registry, the Certificate Generation Tool provides opportunities for all trainers to create certificates that meet all state requirements for their training participants. All users with a free TECPDS account have the ability to create certificates using this tool, and upload them directly into the workforce registry accounts of training attendees.
Content-Specific Resources
Featuring resources from TECPDS and our partners.
- Obesity prevention-coming soon!
Online Train the Trainer Resources
- Texas A&M AgriLife Extension – Designing Effective Training for My Staff
- Texas A&M AgriLife Extension – Organize/Implement Collaborative Meetings
- Alison – Introduction to the Learning Process for Teachers and Trainers
- Alison – Fundamentals of Storytelling in Education for Teachers and Trainers
- Alison – Effective Communication Techniques for Teachers and Trainers
- Alison – Introduction to E-Learning Theory and Practice
- Also, refer to possible coursework from LinkedIn, Udemy, or Coursera
Contact the Texas Infant-Toddler Specialist Network for TOT opportunities for early childhood specialists.
Face-to-Face Train the Trainer Resources
- Bob Pike Group – Train the Trainer Boot Camp
- Baker Communications – Presentation Training Workshop
- Fred Pryor Seminars – How to Deliver Presentations with Ease and Confidence
- Also, refer to the local community colleges and early childhood conferences
Scheduled Train the Trainer Workshops
Trainer Certification Programs
- Amberton University – Adult Training and Development Certification Program
- Mount Royal College – Adult Educator Certification Program (Online)
- North Carolina State University – Training and Development Certification Program (Online)
- Texas A&M – Training and Development Certification Program
ECI Training and Technical Assistance
ECI provides orientation and in-service professional development and technical assistance to early childhood intervention providers across the state of Texas.