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2026 Texas Workers' Compensation Conference - Navigating the Path: From Basics to Mastery. Register now.
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Join us September 1-2 in San Marcos for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference. This year's conference — Navigating the Path: From Basics to Mastery — offers a dual-track format designed to support newcomers to the field and seasoned professionals looking to deepen their expertise.

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On-demand CE credits with CompCourses
CompCourses are now available on demand!


Earn one hour of TDI self-study continuing education credit by watching a recorded webinar and completing a short quiz — all on your schedule.

Start learning today

OSHA safety training
New safety training classes just added!

 

We offer free and low-cost workplace safety training classes in both English and Spanish. Whether you're looking to complete your OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour certification, there's a class for you! 

Check out the latest schedule and register today.

Hurt at work? Curious about your benefit amount? Check your math with DWC’s benefits estimator.
DWC Benefits Estimator


Injured employees and their families can quickly estimate their income or death benefits.

Learn more about this tool and take it for a test drive.

Scam alert / Alerta de estafa

Scammers are posing as DWC or court officials and demanding payment to release workers' comp benefits. This is a scam — you never have to pay to get your benefits in Texas.

If you're unsure, stop and verify. Call DWC at 800-252-7031. Learn more.

Los estafadores se hacen pasar por funcionarios de DWC o del tribunal (corte) y exigen un pago para liberar los beneficios de compensación para trabajadores. Esto es una estafa – en Texas usted nunca tiene que pagar para recibir sus beneficios.

Si no está seguro, deténgase y verifique. Llame a DWC al 800-252-7031. Obtenga más información.

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News and updates

Research group releases designated doctor report

The Workers' Compensation Research and Evaluation Group releases a new report analyzing designated doctor's performance in the Texas workers' compensation system between 2020 and 2024. This report measures DD appointment characteristics, including appointment status and rescheduled appointments; administrative tasks, including timeliness of reports and letters of clarification; and performance-based oversight. Want to learn more? Read the snapshot.

Register for the 2026 Texas Workers' Compensation Conference

Join us September 1-2 in San Marcos for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference. This year's conference — Navigating the Path: From Basics to Mastery — offers a dual-track format designed to support newcomers to the field and seasoned professionals looking to deepen their expertise.


Mission

Regulate Texas workers’ compensation efficiently, educate system participants,
and achieve a balanced system in which everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect.