The purpose of this communication is to introduce the new "SIS-A Discrepancy Form." Thisannouncement also provides guidance on how to submit a review request whendiscrepancies are identified in a finalized SIS-A Report and announces the creation of theODP SIS-A dedicated mailbox. Attachment 1: ODPANN 24-028: Office of Developmental Programs' (ODP) SIS-A Discrepancy
A Pennsylvania direct support professional (DSP) from York County has been recognized for his NADSP E-Badge submission. The full article published on the NADSP website, including an interview with Patrick, is below. _________________________________ Congratulations to Patrick Sgro, who has been selected as the March 2024 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. The National
AID In PA is accepting applicants for its April 2024 TRAIN program. This free training program was developed for therapists, counselors, and clinical social workers who already have experience working with clients who have an ID/A diagnosis and are looking to gain knowledge and skills related to trauma therapy. Individuals with intellectual
To communicate that registration for the May – August CI Initial Certification Course classes (also known as cohorts) is now open on MyODP. Attachment 1: ODPANN 24-026: Now Open: Registration for Certified Investigator (CI) Initial Certification Course
To announce that effective March 1, 2024, PPL is accepting new enrollments andreferrals in the VF/EA model of service. Attachment 1: ODPANN 24-027: PUBLIC PARTNERSHIPS LLC (PPL) Accepting New Enrollments for the Vendor Fiscal/Employer Agent (VF/EA) Model of Service Effective March 1, 2024
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! Attached please find a proclamation from Governor Josh Shapiro acknowledging the many individuals who have developmental disabilities, their contributions and abilities and their inclusion in our communities. Please share widely. Attachment 1: March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month 2024
The purpose of this communication is to announce that the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has received accreditation for designated MyODP trainings that meet requirements towards the National Association of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) E-Badge Academy. Attachment 1: ODPANN 24-025 Accreditation of MyODP trainings by the National Association of Direct Support Professionals
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Please help the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) share the proclamation signed by Governor Josh Shapiro that celebrates the many accomplishments and contributions of people with developmental disabilities. Governor Shapiro highlights the Commonwealth's commitment to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the proclamation, stating:
To provide instruction to Trainers on grading a new Trainer Attestation grade in the OnlineStudent courses that will go in effect on March 1, 2024.To provide instruction to Trainers on grading Observation Checks in the Online Student courses. Attachment 1: ODPANN 24-024: Medication Administration New Trainer Attestation Grade, Grading Observations, and Q2
February is recognized across the United States as Black History Month. Did you know American Sign Language, like any language, has variations by culture? Deaf African Americans faced not only the typical exclusion of those in Deaf culture but historical segregation as well. As a result, this group developed their own dialect
