Becoming an Approved Targeted Case Management Training Provider
Becoming an approved Targeted Case Management (TCM) training provider authorizes entities to teach the required training that allows individuals to be certified as Approved Targeted Case Managers in Kentucky.
The following curricula are available for approval by the Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID):
Targeted Case Management 12-Hour Core (TCM Core)
Serious Mental Illness (SMI)
Severe Emotional Disability (SED)
Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
Co-occurring Behavioral Health (SMI, SED, SUD) and Chronic or Complex Physical Health Condition(s) (CCPHC)
The Kentucky Administrative Regulations (KAR) specifically speak to the elements of a "training curriculum" and the training requirements (testing of the trainee and evaluation of the trainers) and provide the curriculum applicant with an understanding of the requirements for targeted case management—both eligibility and training. The KAR regulation for Targeted Case Management is 908 KAR 2:260.
DBHDID requires the use of specific documents to ensure the complete submission of all necessary materials. This will allow DBHDID staff to review the curricula in their entirety and make an approval decision or request supplementary materials efficiently within the period specified in the regulations. Curriculum submission requirements are listed below. Please see our list of TCM Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
Submission Requirements for Targeted Case Management 12-Hour Curriculum
Review regulation 908 KAR 2:260.
Complete the Single Curriculum Submission Summary. This document contains identifying information about the applicant applying for curriculum approval.
Complete the TCM 12-Hour Core Curriculum Rubric. This rubric identifies the required TCM core components and expectations for curriculum development. Please note that the curriculum cannot be reviewed if the rubric's yellow section is incomplete; the submitter's information will be returned, and resubmission will be requested.
Submit an electronic version of the curriculum, saved as a Word, PowerPoint, and/or PDF file using a USB flash drive. These documents must be clearly labeled with entities/submission name.
Include an examination and an answer key in your curriculum submission.
Include an evaluation form for the training.
Submission Requirements for Severe Mental Illness 6-Hour Curriculum
Review regulation 908 KAR 2:260.
Complete the Single Curriculum Submission Summary. This document contains identifying information about the applicant applying for curriculum approval.
Complete the SMI 6-Hour Curriculum Rubric. This rubric identifies the required SMI core components and expectations for curriculum development. Please note that the curriculum cannot be reviewed if the rubric's yellow section is incomplete; the submitter's information will be returned, and resubmission will be requested.
Submit an electronic version of the curriculum saved as a Word, PowerPoint, and/or PDF file using a USB flash drive. These documents must be clearly labeled with entities/submission name.
Include an examination and an answer key in your curriculum submission.
Include an evaluation form for the training.
Submission Requirements for Severe Emotional Disability 6-Hour Curriculum
Review regulation 908 KAR 2:260.
Complete the Single Curriculum Submission Summary. This document contains identifying information about the applicant applying for curriculum approval.
Complete the SED 6-Hour Curriculum Rubric. This rubric identifies the required SED core components and expectations for curriculum development. Please note that the curriculum cannot be reviewed if the rubric's yellow section is incomplete; the submitter's information will be returned, and resubmission will be requested.
Submit an electronic version of the curriculum, saved as a Word, PowerPoint, and/or PDF file on a USB flash drive. The documents must be clearly labeled with the entity/submission name.
Include an examination and an answer key in your curriculum submission.
Include an evaluation form for the training.
Submission Requirements for Substance Use Disorder 6-Hour Curriculum
Review regulation 908 KAR 2:260.
Complete the Single Curriculum Submission Summary. This document contains identifying information about the applicant applying for curriculum approval.
Complete the SUD 6-Hour Curriculum Rubric. This rubric identifies the required SUD core components and expectations for curriculum development. Please note that the curriculum cannot be reviewed if the rubric's yellow section is incomplete; the submitter's information will be returned, and resubmission will be requested.
Submit an electronic version of the curriculum, saved as a Word, PowerPoint, and/or PDF file using a USB flash drive. These documents must be clearly labeled with entities/submission name.
Include an examination and an answer key in your curriculum submission.
Include an evaluation form for the training.
Submission Requirements for Co-Occurring Behavioral Health (Serious Mental Illness, Severe Emotional Disability, Substance Use Disorder) and Chronic or Complex Physical Health Condition(s) 6-Hour Curriculum
Review regulation 908 KAR 2:260.
Complete the Single Curriculum Submission Summary. This document contains identifying information about the applicant applying for curriculum approval.
Complete the SMI, SED, or SUD and a Co-occurring Chronic or Complex Physical Health Condition 6-Hour Curriculum Rubric. This rubric identifies the required CCPHC core components and expectations for curriculum development. Please note that the curriculum cannot be reviewed if the rubric's yellow section is incomplete; the submitter's information will be returned, and resubmission will be requested.
Submit an electronic version of the curriculum, saved as a Word, PowerPoint, and/or PDF file using a USB flash drive. These documents must be clearly labeled with entities/submission name.
Include an examination and an answer key in your curriculum submission.
Include an evaluation form for the training.
Sample Curriculum Resources
Where to Submit Complete Curriculum and Supporting Documentation
Submit this information to:
Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities
Division of Program Integrity
Program Support Branch
275 E. Main Street 4CD
Frankfort, KY 40621
Curriculum Review and Trainer Requirements
Approved Curriculum Guidelines
After a curriculum is received, it will be reviewed within 20 business days. Communication on the status of the submitted curriculum will be sent to the contact person listed on the Single Curriculum Submission Summary.
Once the curriculum is approved, the provider will establish and maintain a TRIS account by entering trainee information and uploading documentation directly into the system. Correspondence concerning the submission of this information should be attached to the training submission in TRIS.
After the curriculum is approved, if modifications occur, please notify the department using the BHDID Contact Form.
Questions About the Process?