To make updating your training for safe environment as easy as possible we offer five ways to satisfy the annual training requirement. Instructions for each of these options are shown below.

1. On-site St. Pius X training sessions.

2. View and take on-line tests at this website. Click here for On-line Training Videos.

3. Access on-line training materials through Church Law today.

4. We coordinate Safe Environment training with other churches in the diocese. Click here for information on training sessions at other parishes.

5. The Boy Scout Youth Protection program can be used to update training.

Questions or concerns should be directed to Ginger Farrell at gfarrell@spxdallas.org or 972 279-6155.

Training Options

Current On Site St. Pius X Training Sessions

New Volunteer Training Sessions:

English: None currently scheduled

Spanish: Wednesday, Feb 13
Interviews/IDs at 6:30pm
Training at 7:30pm

On-Line Training

Volunteers that are already qualified but need to complete their annual training should visit our On-line Training Videos section. Select one of the multiple streaming videos with self tests to update your training.

These videos can be watched on your computer in the comfort of your own home or on your lunch break at work. Follow the viewing instructions, complete the short test either electronically or in hard copy format. If hard copy is selected, fax the completed test to 972 686-7510. Questions can be directed to Ginger Farrell at GFarrell@spxdallas.org or by calling 972 279-6155.

Training at other Parishes

You may attend training at St. Pius X or at other parishes. To see a full list of training schedules click here and then select "Training Schedule". Click on our links option below for other really good Safe Environment resources.

This training (including online option) is required on an annual basis for all volunteers working with minors and vulnerable adults throughout the Diocese. If you plan on continuing to volunteer at St. Pius, you must comply with all requirements to remain eligible. If you are unsure of your status, contact your own ministry head, or you may email Ginger Farrell at gfarrell@spxdallas.org or call 972 279-6155. Please note we can accept the Boy Scout Youth Protection training—send a copy of your certificate to the church office.

Church Law Today Instructions

The Diocese of Dallas will accept training offered through an online seminar offered by Church Law Today. To use the site, follow these steps:

1. Access www.churchlawtoday.com.
2. Under "Congregational Training Center" click on "Online Seminars"
3. Enter the user name "Dallas" - this is case sensitive
4. Enter the password "Diocese" - this is also case sensitive
5. Select one of the following seminars:
     "Understanding the Problem of Child Sexual Abuse and the Church"
     "Principles of Supervising Children & Youth"
     "Reporting Child Abuse"
     "Responding to Allegations of Abuse"
6. Read through the seminar
7. Print off the comprehensive test, complete and turn into the school or church office marked to the attention of Ginger Farrell. Be sure to print your name at the top of the test so that you can receive proper credit.

Boy Scout Youth Protection Instructions

Here is the site for the Boy Scout Youth Protection training:

http://www.scouting.org/YouthProtection.aspx