Head Start Program Performance Standards Core Concepts

January 28, 2026

This webinar is included in the Head Start Training Package.

Head Start programs nationwide must comply with the regulations in the Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS). The HSPPS cover governance, program operations, including Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment and Attendance (“ERSEA”), financial and administrative requirements, including program-funded facilities, and Federal administrative procedures, including Designation Renewal. These Standards extend to all aspects of Head Start agency operations and service delivery.

Understanding the HSPPS requirements is critical to maintaining compliance with program rules and for delivering high quality, educational, health, nutritional, social and other services consistent with the Head Start Act.  In this webinar, suitable for persons new to Head Start or for those with program experience who wish to refresh their HSPPS knowledge, we review key Head Start regulations, discuss noteworthy risk areas, and review best practices to promote effective Head Start operations.

The on-demand version of this webinar will be available for purchase after the conclusion of the live webinar. 

Target Audience

  • Program Directors
  • Head Start Leadership (CEOs, CFOs, COOs)
  • Managers, Coordinators, Key Staff in Operations, Programs and Fiscal

Learning Objectives

After this webinar, you will be able to:

  • Understand the Head Start program regulatory framework in the HSPPS
  • Identify main compliance areas in the Head Start Program Performance Standards
  • Apply your knowledge of program regulations to important Head Start operations areas
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.25 Certificate of Attendance
  • 1.50 CPE
Course opens: 
10/21/2025
Course expires: 
03/01/2026
Event starts: 
01/28/2026 - 1:00pm EST
Event ends: 
01/28/2026 - 2:15pm EST
Cost:
$185.00
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Phillip A. Escoriaza

Phillip Escoriaza is a Partner in the firm’s Federal Grants and Health Care practice groups. A native of Puerto Rico, Phillip’s bilingual, nationwide practice serves non-profit organizations, municipalities, local government agencies, and other federal grantees. Prior to joining Feldesman, Phillip ran a practice from San Juan which spanned corporate, business, public policy, government and contract law, and included contested matters and appeals before state and federal courts.  [Full Bio]

Participants can earn up to 1.50 CPE credits in Specialized Knowledge and Applications upon completion of all course requirements.

ATTENDEE REQUIREMENTS FOR CPE CREDIT

If you purchase CPE credit for this webinar you must satisfy the following conditions in order to receive your certificate:

  1. Answer at least 5 of the polling questions during the webinar
  2. Complete the evaluation survey after the conclusion of the webinar or in the follow-up email

Upon completion of these requirements, we will email you your CPE Certificate within two (2) weeks.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Prerequisites: None 
  • Target Audience: Program Directors; Head Start Leadership (CEOs, CFOs, COOs); Managers, Coordinators, Key Staff in Operations, Programs and Fiscal
  • Advanced Preparation: None  
  • Program Level: All
  • Delivery Method: Group Internet Based

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Available Credit

  • 1.25 Certificate of Attendance
  • 1.50 CPE

Price

Cost:
$185.00
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