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Clerks Education Committee for Probate Academy
Education and Training The Clerks Education Advisory Committee for Probate Academy is comprised of county clerks representing various regions of the state.
TAC CIRA TAC CIRA offers a reliable, up-to-date and economical solution for county websites, including both hosting and content management services.
Annual Cybersecurity Compliance Training
Education and Training Texas Government Code § 2054.5191 requires all county employees, elected officials and appointed officials who have access to a local government computer system or database to complete an annual cybersecurity training that has been certified by the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR).
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Application and TAC Scholarship
Education and Training TAC provides a scholarship to each participant selected. The scholarship covers Leadership 254 course materials, assessments, food and lodging.
Program Structure and Expectations
Education and Training Leadership 254 challenges, stretches and, most importantly, transforms participants into leaders who can positively affect their counties and Texas.
Education and Training TAC submits applications for CE credit to each governing body. Upon approval, the number of hours will be posted.
Education and Training Leadership 254 is designed to advance the skills of county officials to enable them to meet the unique challenges of their duties and to enhance their leadership skills and style.
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