Program Overview

This comprehensive online training package fulfills the Maryland COMAR standards for required training of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Training Requirements

The Maryland COMAR regulations require DSPs to complete specific foundational courses that ensure quality support for individuals with developmental disabilities. This package includes all nine required standard courses.

Required COMAR Standard Courses

This package includes all nine mandatory courses:

• Aging and Special Needs of the Elderly for DSP's
• Communicable Diseases: Identification, Treatment and Prevention
• Communication Skills for DSP's
• Fundamental Rights for DSP's in Maryland
• General Characteristics: An Introduction to Developmental Disabilities
• Individual Planning for DSP's (IDOOPI)
• Principles of Behavior Change for DSP's
• Promoting Community Integration and Inclusion for DSP's
• Supporting Individuals and Families in Making Choices for DSP's

Program Benefits

• Complete Maryland COMAR required training conveniently online
• Documentation of completion for regulatory compliance
• 24/7 access to accommodate DSP schedules
• Progress tracking for supervisors and quality assurance
• Standardized training aligned with Maryland state standards and regulations

Extended DDA Package Including Bloodborne Pathogens and Incident Management in Cases of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation

These courses are perfect for adult day care staff. By choosing the Basic Training package, you have the flexibility of choosing any four courses from our constantly expanding Senior Care Training catalog.