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.
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
Apr
13
RBWO Foundations
RBWO Foundations
Monday, April 13, 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. Testing will be done in Norcross, GA, the week after training concludes. The scheduled testing date is Wednesday, April 22.
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Apr
27
RBWO Foundations
RBWO Foundations
Monday, April 27, 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. Testing will be done in Norcross, GA, the week after training concludes. The scheduled testing date is Monday, May 4.
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May
11
RBWO Foundations
RBWO Foundations
Monday, May 11, 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. Testing will be done in Norcross, GA, the week after training concludes. The scheduled testing date is Wednesday, May 20.
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Jun
1
RBWO Foundations
RBWO Foundations
Monday, June 1, 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. Testing will be done in Norcross, GA, the week after training concludes. The scheduled testing date is Tuesday, June 9.
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Jun
15
RBWO Foundations
RBWO Foundations
Monday, June 15, 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. Testing will be done in Norcross, GA, the week after training concludes. The scheduled testing date is Thursday, June 25.
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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.
*Save a copy to your computer and open it locally to use the fillable PDF feature. The form will not be fillable if opened in your browser. Form updated 04/10/2024.
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
May
18
NTDC
IMPACT Train-The-Trainer
Crossroads Campus
190 Crossroads Pkwy, Suite 100
Savannah, GA 31407
Monday, May 18, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
NTDC Train-The-Trainer (TTT)
Room 188
Jul
20
NTDC
IMPACT Train-The-Trainer
1090 Northchase Pkwy, SE, Marietta, GA 30067
Suite 350
Monday, July 20, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
NTDC Train-The-Trainer (TTT)
Room 306 - Training Room C
Aug
31
NTDC
IMPACT Train-The-Trainer
304 Pierce Ave.
Macon, GA 31204
Monday, August 31, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
NTDC Train-The-Trainer (TTT)
3rd Floor - Training Room #1
Oct
19
NTDC
IMPACT Train-The-Trainer
800 US Hwy. 29N
Athens, GA 30601
Monday, October 19, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
NTDC Train-The-Trainer (TTT)
Building M - Room M-110
Nov
30
NTDC
IMPACT Train-The-Trainer
2300 Parklake Dr. NE
Atlanta, GA 30345
Monday, November 30, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
NTDC Train-The-Trainer (TTT)
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
Apr
7
Reasonable and Prudent Parenting Standards (RPPS)
Additional RBWO Training
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Reasonable and Prudent Parenting Standards (RPPS)
This is a 2 hour virtual workshop that supports the dissemination of information on the federal and state law requiring implementation of the reasonable and prudent parenting standards and youth rights.
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Apr
9
Provider Contact Standards Overview
Additional RBWO Training
Thursday, April 9, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Provider Contact Standards Overview
This is a 2 hour workshop that supports the dissemination of information about the contact and documentation requirements for RBWO Providers according to the RBWO Minimum Standards.
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Apr
21
RBWO Roles and Responsibilities
Additional RBWO Training
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
RBWO Roles and Responsibilities
This is a 2 hour workshop that supports the dissemination of information about the role requirements for RBWO Providers according to the RBWO Minimum Standards.
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May
5
Reasonable and Prudent Parenting Standards (RPPS)
Additional RBWO Training
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Reasonable and Prudent Parenting Standards (RPPS)
This is a 2 hour virtual workshop that supports the dissemination of information on the federal and state law requiring implementation of the reasonable and prudent parenting standards and youth rights.
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May
21
PBP Highlights
Additional RBWO Training
Thursday, May 21, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
PBP Highlights
This workshop will provide an overview of safety, permanency, and well-being Performance Based Placement measures.
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Jun
10
Individualized Service Plan Refresher
Additional RBWO Training
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Individualized Service Plan Refresher
This 2- hour workshop supports the dissemination of information about the creation of Individualized Service Plans.
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Jun
23
Significant Event Reporting
Additional RBWO Training
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Significant Event Reporting
This workshop will provide an overview of significant event reporting parameters and corrective action plan protocol.
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Jun
23
Significant Event Reporting
Additional RBWO Training
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Significant Event Reporting
This workshop will provide an overview of significant event reporting parameters and corrective action plan protocol.
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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.
