DCP 110 - Facilitating Access to Community Resources I

Institution:

Athens Technical College

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Description:

Banner Title: Community Resources I This is the first of two courses (each accompanied by a practicum) designed to provide people working in direct support roles with the knowledge and tools that will enable them to provide support services to people with disabilities within a context that is inclusive, community-based, and person centered. Topics include core values driving community support, distinct roles of direct support, the M.G.&A. systematic instruction procedures, and discovery as opposed to testing and evaluation. This course also introduces the five accomplishments of accessing the resources of the community, representing and assisting persons with disabilities in community contexts, understanding and developing professional and family relationships, and understanding and utilizing social capital to strengthen community participation. Corequisite: DCP 113 Offered on an as-needed basis for the Direct Support Professional technical certificate of credit

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.athenstech.edu/

Phone Number:

(706) 355-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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