Virtus Training

All Holy Trinity adult volunteers and ministry leaders (18 yrs and older) who work/volunteer with youth and/or vulnerable persons, must complete the Archdiocese of San Antonio’s Virtus Online Training. The training program allows participants to register and complete training online from any computer with internet access. Virtus training will be good for a 3-year period.

HOW TO COMPLETE

In order to fulfill this requirement, please complete the steps as outlined in the Virtus Guide Document. For those who don’t need directions go straight to the Virtus Online Link.

ABOUT VIRTUS

"Virtus" is a Latin word meaning: Valor, Moral Strength, Excellence and Courage - the Virtus program is designed to help combat sexual abuse and create a safe environment for all.

Per the Archdiocese of San Antonio’s Code of Conduct, three "Safe Environment Trainings” are required: (1) Protecting God's Children, (2) Sexual Harassment, and (3) Vulnerable Adults Trainings. Successful completion of the training results in a completion certification that is good for 3 years. Criminal Background Checks (CBCs) will still be required to coincide with the Virtus training.

The goal of the Virtus program is primarily to be proactive instead of reactive when dealing with sexual abuse. To prevent sexual abuse, Virtus advocates five steps:

1. Knowing the warning signs of abuse
2. Controlling access to vulnerable people
3. Monitoring programs involving vulnerable people
4. Being aware of how vulnerable people behave
5. Communicating concerns

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