CHCP Data Breach Affects 68k in Texas: PHI and PII Exposed

Empowerment Schools-Healthcare LTD and Texas Medical Careers, Limited, operating as The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP), recently reported a data breach that has exposed both the personally identifiable information and the protected health information of 68,825 individuals in Texas.

The breach was officially disclosed to the Texas Attorney General on Feb. 27, 2026.

According to the report, sensitive personal information was exposed, including names, addresses, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, government-issued ID numbers such as passports or state ID cards, financial information like account or credit/debit card numbers, medical information, health insurance information and dates of birth.

While specific details about how the breach occurred or who was responsible have not been made public, the large number of affected individuals and the breadth of information exposed make this a severe incident. The breach impacts not only current and former students but potentially staff and others whose information was held by CHCP.

The company notified affected individuals via U.S. Mail.

The College of Health Care Professions' response

Given the types of data exposed, affected individuals are at increased risk for identity theft, financial fraud and potential misuse of their health information. Affected individuals should remain vigilant.

Anyone who received a notification from CHCP should:

• Monitor credit reports and bank accounts for suspicious activity
• Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on credit files
• Be cautious of unsolicited communications that request personal information
• Review health insurance statements for unauthorized services