About this program
Program Overview
This comprehensive online training package fulfills the District of Columbia Department on Disability Services (DDS) Phase 1 requirements for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). As of March 2019, these essential foundation courses can be completed entirely online without a live trainer present, making compliance more accessible for agencies and staff.
DC DDS Required Modules
This Phase 1 package includes the following nine DDS-mandated training modules:
- Adaptive Equipment - Understanding and supporting individuals with assistive devices
- Blueprint for Service Delivery - Core principles and frameworks for disability support services
- Health and Wellness - Promoting holistic wellbeing for individuals with disabilities
- Human Rights and Recognizing Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation - Essential protections and reporting responsibilities
- Incident Management - Proper protocols for responding to and documenting incidents
- Introduction to Developmental Disabilities - Foundational knowledge on IDD diagnoses and support approaches
- Making Friends and Building Relationships - Supporting social connections and community integration
- Quality of Life - Person-centered approaches to enhancing life satisfaction and outcomes
- Universal Precautions and Safety Basics - Core health and safety protocols for support environments
Program Benefits
- Complete DC DDS Phase 1 requirements conveniently online
- Self-paced learning compatible with varied staff schedules
- Documentation of completion for DDS compliance reporting
- Consistent, standardized training for all direct care staff
- Foundational knowledge for providing quality supports
Contents of these courses are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 license. Couse content enhanced by Training & eTracking Solutions, with attribution of source material to the District of Columbia's Department on Disability Services.