Training Delivery Format = Online/On Demand (Asynchronous).  Substance User Disorder (SUD) is a condition that affects millions of people living in the U.S. today. Individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities experience substance abuse at a higher rate. Guiding and mentoring the individuals we support to healthy connections with family, friends, and the community is one of the best tools to overcoming an SUD. Learners will be provided with valuable information regarding risk factors, signs and symptoms, commonly abused substances, plus screening and treatment for SUD to effectively encourage and support those with Substance Use Disorder to live a healthy lifestyle. Read more

Training Delivery Format = Online/On Demand (Asynchronous). Course Objectives Recognize the right of individuals receiving services to appeal adverse benefit determinations, or file a grievance regarding their services. " Recognize the requirements to notify individuals of their appeal rights. Identify routes available to appeal adverse benefit determinations. Understand what Due Process is. Read more

Training Delivery Format = Online/On Demand (Asynchronous).  This online course introduces learners to the history of human services and provides a review of current trends and best practices. Learners will understand their central role in providing supports in a variety of settings and the influence of values, attitudes, and beliefs in providing quality services. Learners will be introduced to individuals with common developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and mental illnesses through stories and examples. The principles of Trauma Informed Care and how to be a supportive element in the Person Centered Planning and Self-determination process is highlighted. This course is valid for three (3) years. Read more

Training Delivery Format = Online/On Demand (Asynchronous).  This comprehensive course is for Direct Support Professionals, clinical staff, administration, and support coordinators who want to know more about food textures, food consistency, and choking hazards related to modified diets. Detailed information is included on causes, signs and symptoms, and treatment of dysphasia (chewing/swallowing difficulty) which includes comprehensive video examples of tools and steps needed to prepare for and execute all modified food textures or consistencies per physicians order. Read more

Training Delivery Format = Online/On Demand (Asynchronous).  Medication has a significant impact on an individual’s overall health, behavior, well-being and their ability to prevent, combat and treat disease.  This course is focused on the information needed to safely and accurately perform the critical tasks needed to administer medication to the individuals you serve.  The learner must successfully complete medication training including: reading a printable module of information that follows an online presentation, practical coursework, instructional videos and resources.  You must pass a 25 question assessment of your knowledge with a score of 80% or better. Read more

Training Delivery Format = Online/On Demand (Asynchronous).  This interactive course leads learners through seven modules related to best practices of documentation. Topics include understanding Medicaid Streams of Funding and Documentation Basics. Additionally, the learner will be able to accurately complete an Incident Report, a Healthcare Chronological, an Appointment Information Record, a Community Living Support Log, and common Data Sheets. After the initial certification, this course can be used as a refresher or supplemental training by Direct Support Professionals and Managers.  This course is valid for three (3) years. Read more