RBWO Foundations is a 160-hour RBWO new-hire training course which supports the development of knowledge and skills of RBWO staff who serve in case support and supervisory positions within their RBWO agencies. Foundations addresses child welfare career preparatory areas that build general knowledge regarding child welfare practices and policy in DFCS, RBWO standards and working in partnership with DFCS case managers. The overall objective of Foundations is to provide RBWO staff with information to help them be successful in their RBWO roles which includes working within the DFCS practice model, understanding DFCS policies, RBWO standards and working in partnership with DFCS case managers to accomplish positive outcomes for children and families. Details are available in the RBWO Foundations Standards Guide.
 
RBWO Foundations Classroom Registration: The classroom component of RBWO Foundations is a one-week in-class session for only existing providers with staff in the roles CSS, CSW, and HSP. Register by clicking a training on the calendar; you will receive an immediate confirmation email. If you sign up for a training and cannot attend, you are required to contact the OPM Training Department go cancel your registration. To cancel or make changes to your registration, please contact the Training Department at opmtraining@dhs.ga.gov — spaces are limited and your cooperation is essential.
 
RBWO E-Learning / Field Practice Registration: The E-Learning/Field Practice component is completely individual. Effective June 2016, registrations must be submitted through GA+SCORE (click here for details). Your registration confirmation and materials will be sent to you by the Office of Provider Management. Participants are allowed 90 calendar days in which to complete this component, which consists of 120 hours of material. Once you have registered, click here to access training materials.
 
For support with Foundations, please send inquiries to opmtraining@dhs.ga.gov.
 
RBWO Foundations Q&A: A Questions and Answers webinar/teleconference on RBWO Foundations was held on October 16, 2013. A general overview of the RBWO Foundations Standards Guide was covered, followed by open Q & A. If you missed the webinar, click here to watch the archived recording. If you have any questions, please email opmtraining@dhs.ga.gov.
Upcoming Classroom Training Sessions
Oct 5
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Oct 8

RBWO Foundations

Online Training

Monday, October 5, 2026 - Thursday, October 8, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The classroom training is conducted using a hybrid model. There will be four (4) days of virtual training via Microsoft Teams. Participants will then be required to take the test in person. The scheduled testing date is Wednesday, October 14, 2026. 

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Oct 19
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Oct 22

RBWO Foundations

Online Training

Monday, October 19, 2026 - Thursday, October 22, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The classroom training is conducted using a hybrid model. There will be four (4) days of virtual training via Microsoft Teams. Participants will then be required to take the test in person. The scheduled testing date is Wednesday, October 28, 2026. 

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Nov 2
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Nov 5

RBWO Foundations

Online Training

Monday, November 2, 2026 - Thursday, November 5, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The classroom training is conducted using a hybrid model. There will be four (4) days of virtual training via Microsoft Teams. Participants will then be required to take the test in person. The scheduled testing date is Tuesday, November 10, 2026.

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Nov 16
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Nov 19

RBWO Foundations

Online Training

Monday, November 16, 2026 - Thursday, November 19, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The classroom training is conducted using a hybrid model. There will be four (4) days of virtual training via Microsoft Teams. Participants will then be required to take the test in person. The scheduled testing date is Monday, November 23, 2026.

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Dec 7
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Dec 10

RBWO Foundations

Online Training

Monday, December 7, 2026 - Thursday, December 10, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The classroom training is conducted using a hybrid model. There will be four (4) days of virtual training via Microsoft Teams. Participants will then be required to take the test in person. The scheduled testing date is Tuesday, December 15, 2026.

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Jan 11
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Jan 14

RBWO Foundations

Online Training

Monday, January 11, 2027 - Thursday, January 14, 2027
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The classroom training is conducted using a hybrid model. There will be four (4) days of virtual training via Microsoft Teams. Participants will then be required to take the test in person. The scheduled testing date is Wednesday, January 20, 2027.

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DFCS supervisors should use the online registration system to register DFCS staff, foster parents, and contractors for this class. Private agencies (including individuals who plan to contract with DFCS in the future) should use this form to register* for class. All parties interested in providing pre-service training to prospective foster parents will need to complete NTDC TTT only. Effective July 1, 2024, the agency will no longer offer or support the delivery of the previous IMPACT pre-service training. Please send all class availability inquiries and registration forms to ssregistrar@dhs.ga.gov.
 
*Form updated 09/08/2026.
 

4/10/24  - Cancellation Policy: All registration for NTDC TTT is non-refundable. If your registration is cancelled for any reason, a credit will be given for any registration fees already paid.  This credit may be used to attend another session or to transfer registration to another individual.  Credits will expire six months from the time of cancellation. No credit will be given for cancellations received less than five business days before the start of the training. Email SSRegistrar@dhs.ga.gov for all rescheduling/cancellations.

Upcoming Training Sessions
Oct 19
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Oct 23

NTDC Train-The-Trainer (TTT)

Athens: Athens Technical College

800 US Hwy. 29N
Athens, GA 30601
 

Monday, October 19, 2026 - Friday, October 23, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Building M - Room M-110

Nov 30
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Dec 4

NTDC Train-The-Trainer (TTT)

Dekalb Training Center

2300 Parklake Dr. NE
Atlanta, GA 30345

Monday, November 30, 2026 - Friday, December 4, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Room 156 Computer Lab

OPM provides additional live training to providers to support their ability to meet quality of care and performance expectations. Check here for upcoming training information and registration links.

Upcoming Training Sessions
Oct 1

PBP Measurements & Standards Highlights

Online Training

Thursday, October 1, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

This workshop will provide an overview of safety, permanency, and well-being Performance Based Placement measures.

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Oct 13

Reasonable and Prudent Parenting Standards

Online Training

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

This is a 2 hour workshop that supports the dissemination of information on the federal and state law requiring implementation.

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Oct 15

Navigating GA+SCORE

Online Training

Thursday, October 15, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Overview of utilization of GA+SCORE, our online tracking and reporting system that OPM and RBWO provider's use.

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Oct 27

ILP/CLSA Standards

Online Training

Tuesday, October 27, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Participants will gain a better understanding of how the CLSA works, how to incorporate it, and review IL Standards.

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Nov 9

Documentation Highlights

Online Training

Monday, November 9, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

This training is intended to aid providers in producing quality documentation that accurately tells the story of services provided.

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Dec 1

Reasonable and Prudent Parenting Standards

Online Training

Tuesday, December 1, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

This is a 2 hour workshop that supports the dissemination of information on the federal and state law requiring implementation.

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Dec 14

Provider Contact Standards

Online Training

Monday, December 14, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

This 2- hour workshop supports the dissemination of information about the contact and documentation requirements for RBWO Providers.

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Dec 17

Reasonable and Prudent Parenting Standards

Online Training

Thursday, December 17, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

This is a 2 hour workshop that supports the dissemination of information on the federal and state law requiring implementation.

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Jan 7

Documentation Highlights

Online Training

Thursday, January 7, 2027
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

This training is intended to aid providers in producing quality documentation that accurately tells the story of services provided.

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Additional Training Areas
  • Understanding OPM (HSP, CSW, CSS, Direct Care Staff) - 2 training hrs.
  • ECEM/EPEM (HSP, CSW, CSS) - 2 training hrs.
  • Significant Event/Purposeful Reporting (HSP, CSW, CSS) - 2 training hrs.
  • Navigating GA+SCORE (HSP, CSW, CSS) - 2 training hrs.
  • Reasonable & Prudent Parenting Standards (HSP, CSW, CSS) - 2 training hrs.
  • Casey Life Skills Assessment and the ISP (HSP, CSW, CSS) - 2 training hrs.
  • Policy Violation Assessment (PVAs) (HSP, CSW, CSS) - 2 training hrs.

Find training resources, including video trainings that can be accessed at any time.

 

ECEM Webinar

A webinar that covers what it means to do a purposeful visit and effectively document the contact as well as enter it into the GA Shines Portal.

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Reasonable and Prudent Parenting Standards

Find resources for implementation of RPPS including, scripts, powerpoint presentations, and handouts.

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