HOW TO APPLY TO RENEW YOUR CREDENTIAL?
RENEWING YOUR DIRECTOR CREDENTIAL IS REALLY SIMPLE. YOU WILL NEED TO APPLY FOR A RENEWAL BY SUBMITTING DOCUMENTATION AND TRAINING HOURS.
DID YOU KNOW?
OUR DIRECTOR CREDENTIAL EXPIRE EVERY THREE YEARS, AND YOU CAN RENEW YOUR EXPIRED CREDENTIAL WITH US EVEN IF YOUR ORIGINAL CREDENTIAL IS FROM ANOTER AGENCY.
Renewal information
The documentation & training you need to renew:
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Must have the original copy of the expired Credential or soon to be expired Credential;
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The expired Credential must be from a recognized Texas Health and Human Service;
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The credential cannot be more than one year expired from your expiration date;
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Must show proof of continuing education training; You will need 30 clock hours each year of your credential. learn more
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Must currently work with young children; and
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Your CPR and First Aid must be up-to-date.
apply to renew here:
Step 1: Apply for the renewal (application fee is $150 click here
Step 2: Upload all supportive documents onto your online portal:
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Application (digital and available on your account once you complete your purchase)
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Copy of expired or soon to be expired credential.
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Copy of valid CPR & First Aid Certification
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Proof of Professional Development Training learn more
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Proof you’re currently working (recent resume or work verification letter)
Step 3: Allow three business days for processing and you will be able to download and print a copy of your renewal.
Feel free to contact our office for updates via phone or by email.
Additional INFORMATION
What to do if I have everything I need to renew?
RENEWAL ONLY for $150.00 (If you have all your hours and do not need any refresher courses)
(ALERT) What to do if you do not have all of your clock hours?
If you do not have all of your clock hours to renew your Director Credential, please click here and purchase however many clock hours you need to complete.
For Proof of Training Example:
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If you are renewing a three credential, you will need to show proof of 90 clock hours.
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If you are renewing a two year credential, you will need to show proof of 60 clock hours.
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If you are renewing a one year credential, you will need to show proof of 30 clock hours.