Course Code: REL-IDD-0-PDSS
Hours: 0.75
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Identify elements of professionalism in the context of providing direct support services.
Identify the skills, knowledge, and abilities that a DSP needs to provide professional services.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: An Overview of Professionalism
What Is Professionalism?
Why Is Professionalism Important in Direct Support Services?
Values, Morals, and Ethics
The DSP Guiding Principles
Positivity and Compassion
Knowledge and Growth
Integrity, Respect, and Dignity
Patience and Understanding
Adaptability and Creativity
Dependability
Review
Summary
Section 3: Achieving Professionalism
Professional Competencies
Person-Centered Planning
Providing Person-Centered Support
Advocacy
Communication
Supporting Health, Safety, and Wellness
Crisis Prevention and Intervention
Inclusion
Professional Responsibilities
Collaboration
Review
Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Jessica Edwards, BS, QIDP
Jessica is a SME Writer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the Health and Human Services vertical, in the content area of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jessica received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science, with a concentration in Disability Studies and Human Development, from Stony Brook University. She has over eight years of experience serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their supporters, including roles as a direct support professional, case manager, and qualified professional. Her experiences and coursework over the years have allowed her to develop a strong knowledge of person-centered planning and care, community resources, and service delivery.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Support Professionals (DSP); in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities: Agency.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.