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Direct Care Practice: DSP I
What you'll learn
This Direct Care Practice: DSP I microcredential is the first in a series of two that aligns with the national certification offered to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP). DSPs work with, support and advocate for and with people with intellectual disabilities. This microcredential enhances your skills in crisis prevention and intervention and healthy lifestyle practices, all with a focus on person-centered practice and a professional code of ethics. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares all for continued study, prepares existing DSPs for advancement, and readies those new to the profession to immediately apply for DSP positions.
Microcredential course requirements
Skills covered
This microcredential is stackable
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Faculty
Related microcredentials
Part of a series
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*Estimated tuition
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
*Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.