Workshops
An Introduction to Developmental Disabilities
ID: 3001WEBTo better serve individuals with developmental disabilities in all settings, it is important for social workers and other social services professionals to have an understanding of the various developmental disabilities covered under the federal and state definitions. The focus of this webinar will be to provide participants with this basic knowledge along with the structure of the various service systems most utilized by individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages as they are supported in the community. The participants will be given the opportunity to discuss various approaches to supporting people throughout their life span. [Required for Developmental Disabilities Certificate Program]Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.00
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Webinar ObjectivesAt the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
• Identify definitions, presentation, and causes of common Developmental Disabilities covered under federal & state definitions
• List types and eligibility of services available to people with Development Disabilities
• Recognize the importance of person-centered approaches to supporting people with DD across settings
Webinar Outline9:30 am Welcome and Review of course expectations
9:30 am Definitions and causes of Developmental Disabilities
10:00 am Working across service systems: review of structure, eligibility, and available supports:
• Department of Education
• Department of Children & Families
• Department of Labor & Workforce Development
• Department of Human Services: Division of Developmental Disabilities Division of Disability Services
10:20 am Common Developmental Disabilities: Diagnoses and symptom presentation
10:45 am Key movements and Laws in Disability History: Milestones and Legislation
11:10 am Activity: improved practice in DD supports in NJ “advocacy, language, media”
11:20 am Person Centered Approaches: “Charting the Life Course”
12:00 pm Examples and Application
12:20 pm Conclusion/Q&ATarget AudienceSocial Workers and Allied Health ProfessionalsContent LevelBeginner - AdvancedWebinar Completion RequirementsTo earn CE credit, social workers must log in at the scheduled time, attend the entire course and complete an online course evaluation. Certificates of completion will be emailed within 10 business days of course completion. System Requirements
- Operating Systems: Windows XP or higher, MacOS 9 or higher, Android 4.0 or higher
- Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Google Chrome, Firefox 10.0 or higher
- Broadband Internet connection: Cable, High-speed DSL & any other medium that is internet accessible.