Training

Medication Management

• Instructor: Ashton Paul, RN
• Length of Course: 4 Hours (4 ARM credits)
• Fee: $100 per person

This course will cover all aspects of medication administration – including responsibilities of the caregiver regarding medication management, clients’ rights, MAR documentation, storage, proper disposal of medications, and drug interactions.

Common Health Issues Typical of Adults with IDD

• Instructor: Ashton Paul, RN
• Length of course: 4 hours (4 ARM credits)
• Fee: $100 per person

This 4-hour class will review some of the most common health and aging issues found in individuals with developmental disabilities. These conditions include Dysphagia and Aspiration, Urinary Tract Infections, Constipation, Seizure Disorders, Dehydration, GERD, and Poor Dentition. Common signs and symptoms (especially non-verbal) will be reviewed as well as common treatments and support practices. Routine screenings and prophylactic measures can be used for prevention and increased quality of life, especially for individuals with difficulty communicating for themselves.

Dysphagia and Specialized Dietary Needs

• Instructor: Ashton Paul, RN
• Length of course: 2 hours (2 ARM credits)
• Fee: $55 per person

This class will provide information regarding dysphagia. You will learn more about the causes, symptoms and best practices in supporting individuals with swallowing difficulties. There will be information regarding various types of modified diets and hands-on food preparation demonstrations.

Positive Behavioral Support

• Instructor: Sara Sanders, PsyD
• Length of course: 3 hours (3 ARM credits)
• Fee: $85 per person

This course will provide information on a function-based approach to reducing challenging behaviors by working together creatively to replace them with prosocial skills. Case examples will be used to demonstrate this approach.

Mental Health Issues for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

• Instructor: Karen Toto, LMFT
• Length of course: 3 hours (3 ARM credits)
• Fee: $75 per person

This course will provide basic information on identifying Mental Health Issues in individuals with IDD. It will also include various treatments, a review of resources in our community, and case studies for discussion.