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Calling those who care! This microcredential is the first in a series of three that offers a unique career and academic opportunity for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and those seeking to enter the field. DSPs work with and support individuals with developmental disabilities. This first microcredential leads to national certification as a DSP I through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP). Thanks to a partnership with the NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), limited time grant funding is available to pay for your tuition, fees, books, course materials, NADSP credentialing, and educational support. Eligible students who successfully complete each microcredential and certification can earn $750 stipends. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study, prepares current DSPs for advancement, and readies those new to the field to immediately apply for DSP positions.
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.
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.
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.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
Academic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
Each microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
Microcredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
Completion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
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