Prevention and Support is a mandatory course that focuses on positive relationships, positive behavioral support, proactive strategies, and how to identify a true behavioral emergency. 

Students will also learn how to respond to and support individuals with challenging behaviors calmly. Students will learn which emergency physical intervention techniques to use when a behavioral and/or physical emergency is in progress. This course is required for all staff working in DDD, care homes, and day programs.

Duration - 9 Hours (8 Hours for Training and 1 Hour for Lunch)

This certification is valid for 3 years.

Prevention and Support training involves physical techniques that will require the participants to participate in some strenuous activity. This course is not recommended to individuals with these certain physical conditions, but not limited to, knee injuries, back injuries, pregnancy, spinal cord injuries, or inability to use any body part normally. 

Required Clothing for Prevention and Support: 

• Closed-toed shoes. 
• NO HEELS, tennis shoes are recommended.
• Clothing that is comfortable to move around in. (i.e., Jogging pants, Yoga pants, leggings, jeans, NO DRESSES OR SKIRTS)