Course Code: REL-IDD-0-SDS
Hours: 0.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 1/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Explain self-determination and its components.
Describe strategies for supporting self-determination.
Identify the essential elements and roles in a self-directed service arrangement.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: The Value of Self-Determination
Meet Lucy
What is Self-Determination?
Principles of Self-Determination
Real-Life Quality Outcomes
Common Barriers
Circle of Support
Review
Summary
Section 3: Self-Directed Services
Problems with Service Programs
What are Self-Directed Services?
Personal Responsibilities
DSP Responsibilities
Agency Responsibilities
Managing Funds and Budgets
Review
Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Congratulations!
Instructor: Katy Kunst, MBA, QIDP
Katy Kunst received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and her Master of Business Administration from Elon University. She has 15 years of experience serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their supporters, including roles as direct support professional, program director, and training facilitator. She has created and facilitated training on topics including non-violent crisis interventions, person-centered planning, cultural competence, quality service delivery, regulatory compliance, and a variety of topics related to IDD services.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Support Professionals (DSP).
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.