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

The Office of Developmental Programs requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 24-110 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.

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Dual Diagnosis Professional Conference Series Virtual Session - December 4, 2024 - 9 AM - Noon

Dual Diagnosis Professional Conference Series Virtual Session presents:
Living the D.R.E.A.M! Creating a Culture of Health and Wellness for All
Drink Water, Relaxation and Mindfulness, Eat Healthy, Awareness of Health Risks, Move Your Body
Registration now open
December 4, 2024 9 AM - Noon
See the attached announcement for a session description, presenter biographies, and how to register.

Save the Date - Introduction to Charting the Life Course Introductory Training

Two dates available (same content in both sessions):
  • Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Registration links will be released in the coming weeks.
Introduction to Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC) is designed to present learners with an overview of the CtLC person-centered framework. It will provide a general awareness of the guiding principles and tools presented by a Certified CtLC Presenter. This training is designed for anyone who is interested in learning about the CtLC Framework and will be led by Lisa Meyer and David Forbes.
After the CtLC training, participants will be able to:
  • Define the core belief of the CtLC Framework.
  • Identify how CtLC principals and tools can enhance decision making, problem solving and self-advocacy in individuals.
  • Describe ways CtLC is applied.

Save the Date - Introduction to Charting the Life Course Introductory Training

Two dates available (same content in both sessions):
  • Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Registration links will be released in the coming weeks.
Introduction to Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC) is designed to present learners with an overview of the CtLC person-centered framework. It will provide a general awareness of the guiding principles and tools presented by a Certified CtLC Presenter. This training is designed for anyone who is interested in learning about the CtLC Framework and will be led by Lisa Meyer and David Forbes.
After the CtLC training, participants will be able to:
  • Define the core belief of the CtLC Framework.
  • Identify how CtLC principals and tools can enhance decision making, problem solving and self-advocacy in individuals.
  • Describe ways CtLC is applied.

AAC Essentials Training Now Available

Want to learn about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)?
Take a FREE online course to learn about AAC! Each course is designed to value your time and give you practical information. The lessons are short, and you can do them whenever you like. You can also choose individual lessons to meet your needs.
See the attached flyer or click this link to learn more!

Office of Developmental Programs' (ODP) November 2024 Training and Events Calendar

The Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the November 2024 training and events calendar.

Upcoming ACRE Training(s) with Arc of PA

Please see the attached informational flyer for several upcoming ACRE Basic Training sessions.  All are welcome to join!  Please direct all questions to the contact listed on the flyer.

College of Direct Support (CDS) User Group Flyer - October

ATTENTION College of Direct Supports/College of Employment Services (CDS/CES) Administrators

Join the CDS/CES Administrator User Group Meeting

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The Office of Developmental Programs' (ODP) October 2024 Training and Events Calendar

The Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the October 2024 training and events calendar. Please share widely.

Pediatric Capacity Building Institute (PCBI) Year 2

Save the Date!

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (PA DHS) is excited to announce the Second Annual Pediatric Capacity Building Institute (PCBI). PCBI is a unique, interactive, educational experience which will occur over a nine-month period (March 2025 - November 2025). DHS strives to bring exceptional speakers who engage participants in a wide range of topics designed to better support children and families with complex needs across the Commonwealth. Some of the topics include infant mental health, leading through change, multisystemic planning, impact of trauma on children and families, vicarious trauma among professionals, expressive therapies, and much more. PCBI also strives to incorporate the voices and experience of the children and families using these supports and services at every juncture. PCBI is open to professionals across systems with an interest in learning more about supporting children with complex needs and system change.

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ODPANN 24-025 Update: The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Announces the Accreditation of MyODP trainings by the National Association of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Announces the Accreditation of MyODP trainings by the National Association of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP). Changes to the original announcement were made in red.

Please review the updated announcement and attached ODP Accredited Training List for important information and details.

ODPANN 24-079: Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Quality Management (QM) Certification Classes: Registration for Newly Added 2024 Classes

This announcement provides information on the registration process for ODP’s newly added 2024 virtual QM Certification classes.

Please review the announcement for additional details.

2024-2024 Charting the LifeCourse: Applying Principles and Using Tools to Support a Good Life

2024-2025 Charting the LifeCourse: Applying Principles and Using Tools to Support a Good Life
Charting the LifeCourse was created to help individuals and families of all abilities and ages to develop a vision for a good life, think about what they need to know and do, identify how to find, or develop supports, and discover what it takes to live the lives they want to live. These standalone training sessions are for all professional stakeholders. Each session will cover the same content.
Participants in this training will:
  • Learn about the National Charting the LifeCourse Community of Practice.
  • Apply LifeCourse Principles and LifeCourse Framework.
  • Practice Using LifeCourse Tools.
Dates:
September 27, 2024, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
(Registration on MyODP opens at 8:00 AM on 8/16/2024.)
December 11, 2024, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
(Registration on MyODP opens at 8:00 AM on 10/30/2024.)
February 28, 2025, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
(Registration on MyODP opens at 8:00 AM on 1/17/2025.)
April 10, 2025, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
(Registration on MyODP opens at 8:00 AM on 4/8/2025.)
Registration:
All dates are visible in the course, but registration links will open about five weeks in advance of each session.

Quality Assessment & Improvement Training Requirement Matrix

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing a new tool designed to support Administrative Entities and ODP staff when Providers or Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) choose to provide agency-developed or agency-identified training that meets the General Orientation and Annual training requirements of the 55 PA Code 6100.The reviewer determines if the identified staff completed each required annual training core courses based on Provider training records including, but not limited to: a description of the course, sign-in sheets, transcripts or certificates of completion from the training. ODPANN 24-036 is being included as a reminder of the annual training requirements.

Please review the tool and announcement for details.

Office of Developmental Programs' (ODP) September 2024 Training and Events Calendar

The Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the September 2024 training and events calendar. Please share widely.

New TRAIN group forming through AID in PA

New TRAIN Group Forming Through AID in PA
Individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism (ID/A) are at an increased risk of experiencing trauma! Yet, few therapists are skilled in both trauma and ID/A support. Psychologists with the ASERT team created the TRAIN program that focuses on:
  • Trauma-focused mental healthcare
  • Types and prevalence of trauma
  • Disclosures of abuse
  • Ethical principles of reporting abuse
  • Expressions of trauma
  • Assessing trauma and trauma-focused interviews
  • Psychoeducation
  • Trauma response management strategies
  • Trauma processing
  • Resiliency and self-care

This program was developed for

  • Therapists
  • Counselor
  • Clinical social workers
  • Participants who already have experience working with clients who have an ID/A diagnosis and are looking to gain knowledge and skills related to trauma therapy. Therapists who do not have experience with ID/A clients are also welcome to participate, but the expectation is they would be committed to taking such clients into their practice after completing the program as the purpose is to build capacity in this area across the state.

Requirements

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PA-TRAIN Webinars for LTCFs

The Bureau of Epidemiology will be hosting two webinars for LTCFs related to respiratory virus prevention and outbreak control available on PA-TRAIN. Act 58 CE credits are available and NHA CE credits are pending.

  • September 4 @ 1 PM: “PA-EPI: LTCF Readiness and Prevention of Respiratory Viruses.” ID: 1120331
  • September 18 @ 1 PM: “PA-EPI: LTCF Respiratory Virus Outbreak Control and Response.” ID: 1121319

ODPANN 24-073: Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 Supports Broker Recertification Training

The purpose of this announcement is to announce the Department-approved Supports Broker recertification training is available for the first seven months of FY 24-25.

Please review for additional information.