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DSPs are required to have eight hours of annual training which includes six hours of other topics per rule. Side-by-side training offers an opportunity for DSPs and people served a shared learning experience for one hour per month which can count towards this requirement. Each month covers a topic relevant to services and is presented by staff members from the WCBDD. Certificates of Completion will be provided to DSPs. Learning experiences will be available in differing formats as locations depend on training topics. All side-by-sides take place during programming hours. EMAIL OR CALL TO SET UP TRAINING TODAY!

DODD MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATION COURSES

Category 1 and Category 2 Initial and Renewal Classes

These classes are offered by the Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities and at this time are offered free of charge to Providers.

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STANDALONE MEDICAL TRAININGS (VNS, EPI-INJECTOR, OTC TOPICALS)
and Additional Medication Administration Classes

Wood County Board of DD – Behavior Support Training

Positive Supports First

Positive Supports First explores various positive strategies designed to help direct support professionals (DPSs), provider management, agencies, and independent providers to understand why challenging behavior occurs, address the motivation behind the behavior, and how to alter the learning environment in order to improve overall quality of life. These classes are offered free by the Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

The Positive Supports First UPDATE Training is for current DSPs who have already completed the PSF General training and need to complete their annual behavior support requirement. Please note that in order to register for the PSF Update training, participants must have already completed the PSF General Training. If it has been over a year since the participant took a PSF training, they must re-enroll in the PSF General Training.

Positive Supports First Train-the-Trainer Courses

The Positive Supports First (PSF) Train-the-Trainer course provides participants with the necessary knowledge and tools to train on Positive Supports First. Positive Supports First Instructor certification is valid for one calendar year from the date that the certificate is issued. In order to become a certified PSF Instructor, participants must have already completed the PSF General Training. Instructors are responsible for registering for the PSF Train-the-Trainer Renewal Course and completing it prior to their certification expiration.

Positive Supports First - Train-the-Trainer 2025 Schedule (pdf)

Wood County Board of DD – CPR & First Aid Training

CPR and First Aid certification is required for all Direct Support Professionals including both Independent and Agency Providers. The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities requires an in-person skills assessment for CPR and First Aid certification. The Wood County Board of DD offers CPR and First Aid for all providers serving Wood County people at a reduced cost of $23.50. The cost of the course includes 8 hours of in-person training, the course book, and an e-card. Currently, the cost is waived for Independent Providers serving those who receive Wood County services. If you have physical conditions that might prevent you from participating in the course, the instructor will work to accommodate your needs within the stated course requirements.

If you are interested in attending a CPR & First Aid training at the Wood County Board of DD, please submit your information HERE and we will contact you regarding registration.