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Project Echo: Building Communication Opportunities for Adults with Autism & Communication Needs ECHO Program

by: Ilana Gruber
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Aug
11
Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) Penn State College of Medicine
Building Communication Opportunities for Adults with Autism & Communication Needs ECHO Program
NO-COST PROGRAM FOR DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS, SUPERVISORS, & TEAM LEADS
Transform your approach to supporting individuals with communication challenges! Our program provides effective strategies for supporting individuals with limited or no vocal communication. Whether you’re new to the field or have years of experience, this training will empower you with the tools to promote functional communication & improve quality of life.
Virtual sessions, held alternating Mondays, 7:45 AM-9 AM
Sessions:
  • September 8
  • September 22
  • October 6
  • October 20
  • November 3
  • November 17
Please review the attachment for registration information, course content and additional details about the program.

ODPANN 25-069: Clarification for the 6100 Annual Incident Management (IM) Training Requirements

by: Ilana Gruber
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Jul
18

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-069: Clarification for the 6100 Annual Incident Management (IM) Training Requirements. The purpose of this communication is to announce:

  • A direct path to annual training requirements for IM and protective services for Providers and Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) as outlined in the Chapter 6100 Regulations.
  • A new condensed IM training module that meets 6100.143 (c) (4) requirements.

Please review the announcement for additional information and details.

Office of Developmental Programs August Training and Events Calendar Reissue - Corrected Links

by: Ilana Gruber
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Jul
17

It has come to our attention that the previous release of the Office of Developmental Programs Training and Events Calendar had an incorrect link. We are reissuing the communication with corrected links to the two training sessions. Please use this version going forward to register for these sessions.

ODPANN 25-060: Newly Released Lesson: Death Investigations

by: Ilana Gruber
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Jun
26

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-060: Newly Released Lesson: Death Investigations. This communications announces the release of a new training opportunity, Death Investigations.

Please review the announcement for information on how to access the training and additional details.

July 2025 Training and Events Calendar

by: Ilana Gruber
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Jun
16
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached July 2025 Training and Events Calendar.

ODPANN 25-048 New Skill Building Trainings for Direct Support Professionals Now Available on MyODP

by: Ilana Gruber
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May
30

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-048 New Skill Building Trainings for Direct Support Professionals Now Available on MyODP. This communication announces the release of the Skill Building Trainings for Direct Support Professionals. Please review the announcement for instructions on how to access the trainings.

Office of Developmental Programs' June Training and Event Calendar

by: Ilana Gruber
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May
19
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the June Training and Event Calendar.

Dual Diagnosis Professional Conference Series Virtual Session - July 21, 2025 - 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

by: Ilana Gruber
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May
07
Dual Diagnosis Professional Conference Series Virtual Zoom Session presents: More Than a Smile: Why Oral Health Matters
Registration now open:
July 21, 2025
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
See the attached announcement for session descriptions, presenter biographies, and information on how to register.

Office of Developmental Programs' (ODP) May 2025 Training and Events Calendar

by: Ilana Gruber
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Apr
21

The Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the May 2025 training and events calendar.

The Office of Developmental Programs' (ODP) Room and Board Training

by: Ilana Gruber
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Apr
14

The Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) is excited to announce the Room and Board Bulletin (00-25-01), which was released in March 2025.

ODP extends gratitude to all stakeholders who participated in the development of the bulletin.

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Autism Spectrum Disorder In-Person Seminar 2025 - Register Today!

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
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Mar
26
 
TOPIC: Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Overview and Practical Application
There are still a few seats remaining for next week’s ASD Seminar on April 1st in the Southeast!
Reminder: This seminar satisfies the basic autism training requirement for Residential Performance Based Contracting. Please see more details below on Continuing Education Credits.
Over the years the prevalence of autism has increased, Pennsylvania’s service delivery system for individuals with autism has expanded, and best practices to provide quality supports have emerged. To support the individual needs of each person with autism across the lifespan, an understanding of core characteristics must be established. It is also important to learn how the individual’s presentation of autism may change across settings and situations. This seminar will provide attendees with an in-depth presentation on core characteristics of autism and the impact of the characteristics on daily life, routines, and activities. A review of common terms and basic principles used to change behavior, teach new skills, and develop practical application of best practices will be included. Opportunity for discussion and engagement will occur throughout the seminar.
Who should attend?
Direct Support Professionals, Front Line Supervisors, and Program Managers supporting individuals with autism in residential and other home and community-based settings. Professionals supporting individuals in Adult Autism Waiver (AAW), Adult Community Autism Program (ACAP), Consolidated Person/Family- Directed Support Waiver (P/FDS), and Community Living are encouraged to attend.
Where and when will sessions be held?
  • April 1st – PaTTAN East, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • April 24th – PaTTAN Central, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • April 30th – PaTTAN West, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • This training satisfies the basic autism training requirement for Residential Performance Based Contracting measures CN-DD/Bx.01.1S and CN-DD/Bx.01.1CE for all Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Frontline Supervisors (FLSs), and program managers.
  • This training also fulfills 6100 annual training requirements.          
*After logging into your MyODP account, completion of the Demographics Form is required before being able to register for a session.
Please contact the Bureau of Autism Training Mailbox at [email protected]with questions.

ODPANN 25-030: Reminder of 6100 Annual Training Requirements

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
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Mar
21

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication; ODPANN 25-030: Reminder of 6100 Annual Training Requirements. This announcement serves as a reminder to all Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) Providers and Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) of the Annual Training Requirements outlined in the Chapter 6100 Regulations.

Please review the announcement for additional information and details.

Office of Developmental Programs' (ODP) April Training and Events Calendar

by: Ilana Gruber
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Mar
18

Attached please find April’s Training and Events Calendar. Please share widely.

PA Family Network Additional March Workshops

by: Ilana Gruber
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Mar
05

Below are the PA Family Network additional waiver workshops for March 2025. Thank you for sharing these important workshops with your network!

Register for upcoming events at www.pafamilynetwork.org/events.

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AID in PA Accepting TRAIN Applications

by: Ilana Gruber
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Mar
05
AID In PA is accepting applicants for its April 2025 TRAIN program. This free training program was developed for therapists, counselors, and clinical social workers who already have experience working with clients who have an Intellectual Disability and/or Autism (ID/A) diagnosis and are looking to gain knowledge and skills related to trauma therapy.

Individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism are at an increased risk of experiencing trauma. TRAIN is an integrative and neuro-affirming approach to trauma-focused care with neurodivergent adults, centering clinical work with the ID/A communities. After completing the 12 weeks of learning, participants have the option to continue their training through clinical consultation with the developers of TRAIN.  You must currently be licensed and provide 1:1 talk therapy sessions to qualify for this course and participate in the case consultation presentations.

Course structure

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Registration Now Open - Autism Spectrum Disorder In-Person Seminar 2025

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
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Mar
04
Autism Spectrum Disorder In-Person Seminar 2025
TOPIC: Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Overview and Practical Application
Over the years the prevalence of autism has increased, Pennsylvania’s service delivery system for individuals with autism has expanded, and best practices to provide quality supports have emerged. To support the individual needs of each person with autism across the lifespan, an understanding of core characteristics must be established. It is also important to learn how the individual’s presentation of autism may change across settings and situations. This seminar will provide attendees with an in-depth presentation on core characteristics of autism and the impact of the characteristics on daily life, routines, and activities. A review of common terms and basic principles used to change behavior, teach new skills, and develop practical application of best practices will be included. Opportunity for discussion and engagement will occur throughout the seminar.
Who should attend?
Direct Support Professionals, Front Line Supervisors, and Program Managers supporting individuals with autism in residential and other home and community-based settings. Professionals supporting individuals in Adult Autism Waiver (AAW), Adult Community Autism Program (ACAP), Consolidated Person/Family- Directed Support Waiver (P/FDS), and Community Living are encouraged to attend.
Where and when will sessions be held?
  • April 1st – PaTTAN East, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • April 24th – PaTTAN Central, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • April 30th – PaTTAN West, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • This training satisfies the basic autism training requirement for Residential Performance Based Contracting measures CN-DD/Bx.01.1S and CN-DD/Bx.01.1CE for all Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Frontline Supervisors (FLSs), and program managers.
  • This training also fulfills 6100 ongoing training requirements.
 
*After logging into your MyODP account, completion of the Demographics Form is required before being able to register for a session.
 
Please contact the Bureau of Autism Training Mailbox at [email protected]with questions.

ODPANN 24-110 UPDATE: ODP Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind Required Training

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
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Feb
25

The Office of Developmental Programs requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 24-110 UPDATE: ODP Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind Required Training. The purpose of this announcement is to announce the new Deaf Services required training. This training is replacing the previously required, Harry M Settlement training. Please review the announcement for additional information and details. Corrections to the original announcement are in red.

Please use this version of the announcement going forward.

Office of Developmental Programs' (ODP) March 2025 Training and Events Calendar

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
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Feb
17

The Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the March 2025 training and events calendar. Please share widely.

Building Communication Opportunities for Adults with Autism and Communication Needs ECHO Series

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
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Feb
11
Project Echo At Penn State College of Medicine Presents: Building Communication Opportunities for Adults with Autism and Communication Needs ECHO Series
A training series for professionals who serve adults with autism
Penn State College of Medicine’s Project ECHO invites professionals who serve adults with autism, to register for a 6-session training program focused on functional communication and improving quality of life. Are you a direct support professional working with adults with autism, who have limited or no vocal communication? This program helps you support these individuals by providing tools to encourage self-expression, interaction skills to improve social connections, and strategies to enhance understanding and language processing. Eligible participants include direct support professionals who work with adults with autism, including clinical supervisors, behavior specialists, group home managers, and program coordinators. This virtual 6-session program meets every other Monday from 7:45 AM to 9:00 AM. See the attached flyer for more information.
 
What You’ll Learn:
  • Expressive Communication: Effective use of high-tech & low-tech Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tools to encourage self-expression.
  • Receptive Language Skills: Strategies to enhance understanding & language processing.
  • Community Integration: How to facilitate meaningful participation in community activities.
  • Building Rapport: Key interaction skills to foster trust & improve social connections.
 
About Project ECHO
 
Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is an internationally recognized, evidence-based approach to continuing education and telementoring that leverages the power of sharing knowledge across miles and across disciplines. Project ECHO started at Penn State College of Medicine in 2018 and aims to improve health outcomes and access to care within and beyond Pennsylvania.
 

Pennsylvania Technology Summit

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
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Jan
28

These trainings are intended for staff within Pennsylvania County Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities (MH/ID) Program Offices and Community Health Choice Managed Care Organizations. They are free to attend and funded by the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs and Office of Long-Term Living through the American Rescue Plan Act.

Accelerating Technology Solutions will cover implementation strategies, funding opportunities, criteria and strategies for organizational change, and emerging technology solutions for people with disabilities and family members. Technology solutions include remote supports and monitoring, assistive technology, and mainstream technology.

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