Course Title:	Direct Support: Introduction to Direct Support v.2
	Category:	1780
	Credits:	1
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	Objectives:	At the completion of this course, you should be able to: • Define developmental disabilities • Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Direct Support Professional (DSP) • Explain professionalism and its importance • Comprehend teamwork and its effectiveness
	Description:	This course provides an overview of the causes and types of developmental disabilities, an explanation of responsibilities and roles of a DSP, the use of people-first language, values to guide your quality of work, standards for professionalism, and the importance of teamwork. Keywords: Direct Support, Direct Care, Direct Support Professional (DSP), Developmental Disabilities, Professionalism, Teamwork
		Approval Bodies: Professional Development