SU06 Substance Use and Addictive Disorders - Supporting Skills Development
The purpose of this module is to demonstrate the importance of skill development and demonstrate your role in teaching individuals new skills that will help them realize their full potential and lead to a more independent life that can be challenging and satisfying. The module describes strategies and tools that you can use to assist you in this im
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ASD03 Autism Spectrum Disorder - Communication
Communicating effectively is an essential element of the Direct Support Professional’s daily work. Specific strategies and tools will be reviewed in this module. You communicate regularly with people inside and outside the agency in order to successfully manage the needs of the individuals you support. In this module we will look at communication t
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EC01 Extended Care - Introduction to Direct Care and Professionalism
Understanding and appreciating the importance of one’s job is critical to a successful work experience. The Direct Support Professional is at the foundation of the service delivery system, carrying out the mission of the Agency or organization, supporting individuals, and their families. The purpose of this module is to provide an introduction to t
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ASD08 Autism Spectrum Disorder - Vocational, Educational, and Career Support
When we are children, the adults in our life make choices for us. They choose what we wear, where we go, what we eat and what we learn. As we grow older, we make more of those choices on our own. Learning is life-long. As an adult, we may enroll in art and crafts classes, writing classes, language classes. We might join a gym, or go to the library.
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ASD05 Autism Spectrum Disorder - Community Supports and Service Networking
Positive relationships, social connections and an affiliation with community groups positively impact the quality of our lives and the lives of the individuals we support. The Direct Support Professional plays an important role in assisting an individual to develop and maintain meaningful relationships in the community, overcome attitudinal barrier
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