ASD11 Autism Spectrum Disorder - Health and Safety
This module on health and safety will introduce the basic concepts of nutrition, healthy life styles, symptoms and signs of illness, medication issues, responding to environmental emergencies, and basic good health practices. Health is not just the absence of disease; it is being in the best possible health physically, mentally, emotionally and spi
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CW101 Child Welfare I - Introduction to Human Services and Professionalism
In this module, we will explore a brief history of human services. This will be followed by an explanation of the role of the Direct Support Professional. Next, you will learn about child welfare and juvenile justice, respectful ways to work with children and their families, and the standards for professionalism.
ASD04 Autism Spectrum Disorder - Assessment
Assessments are critical in determining the services and supports an individual receives. Assessments also serve to identify changes and recognize newly acquired skills. The Direct Support Professional has an important role in monitoring the needs and wants of the individual and assuring that services provided support the individual’s goals.
LFS09 Frontline Leadership - Advocacy
Advocacy is an important skill for frontline supervisors. The frontline supervisor has the responsibility and opportunity to advocate for staff, for services that support individuals and for themselves. Recognizing one’s own advocacy skills and experience, teaching others how to be effective advocates and managing change that effective advocacy can
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EC09 Extended Care - Health and Safety
This purpose of this module on health and safety is to introduce the basic concepts of nutrition, healthy life styles, symptoms and signs of illness, medication issues, responding to environmental emergencies, and safety issues and practices.