EC04 Extended Care - 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. The pu
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CW210 Child Welfare II - Documentation
The purpose of this module is to give you an understanding of the importance of documentation. Documentation is the writing of and about our work that helps communicate important information to others. It serves as a resource and record on our client’s behalf and should fulfill all legal, financial and regulatory requirements. Documentation can be
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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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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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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.