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Embark on a fulfilling career path in residential support services with this Residential Aide microcredential. This microcredential is tailored for those seeking a career to support people in recovery for alcohol or substance abuse. You will learn essential skills need to oversee behavior and activities in residential settings for people with those in recovery which may include people with developmental disabilities or facing mental health challenges. You will assist clients with daily living tasks, care coordination, and group activities and enhance your writing skills so that you are prepared to document your work. While not directly engaged in counseling, you will hone communication skills and acquire foundational knowledge in the helping field. This microcredential is a great starting point for those needing the experience necessary to begin the pathway to the NYS Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) or Direct Support Professional (DSP) certification from the National Alliance for Direct Support professionals. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and to immediately apply for residential aide 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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