Focus of the Comprehensive Training Program

Creating an environment of sharing, learning and experience, we work closely together to help the organization become person centered in both practice and planning.

Course curriculum

    1. Course Overview

    1. Brief overview of person-centered practices for people with intellectual disabilities

    2. Importance of focusing on individual needs, preferences, and goals

    3. Key concepts of person-centered practices, planning, and implementation

    4. Quiz 1

    1. Definition of person-centered practices

    2. Emphasis on individual’s strengths, preferences, and goals

    3. Importance of involving the individual in decision-making processes

    4. Respecting individual choices and promoting independence

    5. Dignity of Risk and why is it important to allow risk

    6. Quiz 2

    1. Importance of aligning policies with person-centered values

    2. Training staff on person-centered approaches

    3. Ensuring individualized support plans are in place

    4. Regularly reviewing and updating organizational practices

    5. Quiz 3

    1. Educating others on the benefits of person-centered approaches

    2. Advocating for individual rights and choices

    3. Differentiating between "fixing" and supporting individuals

    4. Balancing choice, risk, clinical, and practical supports

    5. Quiz 4

    1. Recap of the importance of person-centered practices for people with intellectual disabilities

    2. Encouragement to continue championing person-centered approaches

    3. Emphasis on finding a balance between individual choice, risk, and support needs

About this course

  • $12.00
  • 24 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content

Course Targets

Participants will be able to:

Define and explain the principles of person-centered practices for individuals with intellectual disabilities, highlighting the importance of focusing on individual needs, preferences, and goals

Gain a comprehensive understanding of person-centered care principles and their application in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Explore key concepts of person-centered practices, including the dignity of risk and the involvement of individuals in decision-making processes, to establish a foundation for person-centered care delivery

Delve into fundamental concepts essential for implementing person-centered approaches, fostering a culture of respect and autonomy.

Analyze the alignment of organizational policies and procedures with person-centered values, emphasizing the necessity of staff training and the implementation of individualized support plans

Assess the organizational framework to ensure alignment with person-centered principles, promoting individualized care and support.