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T3C Credentialing: Your Questions Answered
We know the process can feel overwhelming. Let’s simplify it.
Fountain Meridian Group is here to walk you through the entire T3C process with clarity, care, and compliance. Below, we’ve answered the most common questions we receive from child-placing agencies and nonprofit leaders across Texas.
1. Getting Started
Q: What is T3C, and why is it important?
A: T3C —Texas’ Child Centerd Care framework is Trauma-informed, Timely, and Coordinated Care that is designed to raise the standard of care for children in foster placements by enforcing stronger compliance, staff development, and documentation processes. Being credentialed under T3C not only ensures regulatory compliance but also demonstrates your agency’s commitment to quality, safety, and trauma-informed support.
Q: How do I know if my agency is ready to start credentialing?
A: If your agency has a current CPA license and is actively serving or preparing to serve children and families, you’re in a strong position to begin. Readiness depends on whether your policies, staff training, caregiver documentation, and internal systems align with T3C’s basic, enhanced, and specialized service expectations. We assess your status during our intake call.
Q: Is this program suitable for small or newly licensed CPAs?
A: Absolutely. In fact, we specialize in supporting smaller agencies, startups, and those without in-house credentialing teams. Our tools, templates, and guidance are designed to remove guesswork and equip you with the exact materials you need—no matter your size.
Q: We’ve already started the process—can you still help us?
A: Yes. We can meet you wherever you are in your credentialing journey. Whether you’ve submitted documentation, created policies, or received feedback from the state, we’ll assess your progress and help you close any remaining gaps.
2: Services & Deliverables
Q: Will you help us create or revise our policies?
A: Yes. We write and help tailor your policies to meet T3C requirements. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining existing content, we’ll make sure your documents are compliant, consistent, and audit-ready.
Q: Do you provide staff and caregiver training materials?
A: Yes. We offer trauma-informed training plans, caregiver onboarding guides, and tracking tools to ensure your team meets T3C competency requirements. We also advise on training timelines and documentation best practices.
Q: What kind of support do you offer for audits and site visits?
A: We help you prepare for audits with readiness checklists, mock reviews, and compliance coaching. Our clients feel confident heading into licensing reviews and state inspections because we help ensure nothing is overlooked.
Q: We’ve already started the process—can you still help us?
A: Yes. We can meet you wherever you are in your credentialing journey. Whether you’ve submitted documentation, created policies, or received feedback from the state, we’ll assess your progress and help you close any remaining gaps.
3: Timeline & Support
Q: How long does the credentialing process usually take?
A: The timeline depends on your agency’s current state of readiness. On average, agencies working with us actively complete their T3C credentialing prep in 30 to 90 days. We move at your agency’s pace and adapt based on your deadlines and internal capacity.
4: Pricing & Onboarding
Q: How much does the program cost?
A: Pricing varies based on agency size, service tier (Basic, Enhanced, Specialized), and the level of support you need. We offer tiered packages and can provide a quote after your free consultation call.
Q: Do you offer payment plans or split billing?
A: Yes. We understand the financial realities of child-placing agencies. We offer monthly payment options, and in some cases, milestone-based billing to align with your funding cycles.
Q: What’s the first step to get started?
A: Click “Start Your Readiness Journey” to book your free consultation call. During that session, we’ll assess your agency’s current standing, answer any initial questions, and build a clear, actionable roadmap for moving forward.