DRSP 1100 Facilitating Access to Community Living (8-0-8)
This course, accompanied by a companion practicum course, is designed to provide people working in direct support roles with the knowledge and tools that will enable them to support people with disabilities within a context that is inclusive, community-based, and person centered. Topics include the changing role of support, systematic instruction, the discovery process, person-centered planning, individual accomplishments, community/neighborhood exploration, representation, personal assistance, family supports, social networks/social capitation, positive behavior supports, systematic instruction in community/work places, responsibilities within the direct support role regarding the rights of individuals receiving services, and the legal implications for violating those rights. Topics also include recognizing abuse and the associated reporting requirements, recognizing nutritional and emotional health and resources for physical supports, basic life and health supports and the dangers associated with common safety and sanitation issues, appropriate medical practices relating to an individual, appropriate work habits and dealing with stress, organizational structures of learning organizations, and the purpose and function of community services.
Offered as required for the technical certificate in Direct Support Professional
Prerequisite
Program admission