Certification 1 Renewal Training (Annual)
2-Hour Online Course + Required Skills Check
Ohio DODD-Approved • RN Trainer Led Theory • Skills Check by Qualified Supervisor, Manager, LPN, or RN
Pricing & Registration
Certification 1 Renewal (Online Course): $45. per DSP
Skills Check: Performed by your agency’s qualified Supervisor, Manager, LPN, or RN (no additional fee from us unless you request an RN skills check).
Register Now
Enroll your DSP today to keep certifications current and prevent service disruptions. May be taken after certification expiration within 60 days.
For group enrollment or questions, email:
[email protected]
Course Overview
Ohio DODD requires DSPs to renew Certification 1 every year. Renewal includes:
- Completing a 2-hour online refresher course taught by an Ohio DODD-approved RN Trainer
- Completing a skills check with a certified, experienced Supervisor, Manager or Nurse (LPN or RN)
- Submitting the Official 2-Page DODD Renewal Application and the completed skills check to us for MAIS entry. Email [email protected]
This course provides the required annual review of safe medication administration practices, documentation, and procedures.
DSPs may complete the relevant skills check for what staff actually do at work with:
- A certified Supervisor or Manager
- An LPN
- An RN
- An RN Trainer (upon request due to limited time between teaching in-person)
RN Trainer does not need to conduct the skills check for renewal.
Who Needs This Training?
This course is for DSPs who:
- Currently hold a valid Certification 1 (or expired within 60 days)
- Are due for their annual renewal within 3 months
- Need to meet DODD Medication Administration Rule 5123 requirements
- Provide routine medication administration as part of their role
DSPs may take the renewal course up to 60 days past their expiration date.
What This Renewal Course Covers
Module 1 – Review of Medication Administration Basics
- The role of the DSP
- Responsibilities under Ohio DODD rules
- Review of Certification levels and delegation
Module 2 – Medication Forms & Safe Administration
- Oral, topical, inhaled, and other routine medications
- The Six Rights
- Preventing errors
- Reading and understanding medication labels
Module 3 – Documentation & MAR Accuracy
- When and how to document
- Avoiding omissions
- Identifying errors
- When to notify a supervisor or nurse
Module 4 – Recognizing Reactions & When to Report
- Allergic reactions
- Side effects
- Medication refusals
- Emergency situations
Skills Check Requirement
The Ohio DODD Medication Administration Rule requires a skills demonstration every year as part of renewal.
This skills check must be completed with:
- A med certified, experienced Supervisor
- A med certified, experienced Manager
- An LPN or RN
The RN Trainer is NOT required to complete the skills check for renewals.
Your agency may perform the skills check internally for skills DSPs actually do at work (minimally oral med admin).
The evaluator must complete:
- 2 page official Ohio DODD Application
- The Official DODD one page Combined Skills Check form
- Email to [email protected]
Agencies must keep this form on file.
Documentation Provided
After successfully completing the online course and exam, agencies receive:
- Copy of the Ohio DODD issued Certification 1 Renewal
Course Length & Format
- 2 hours
- Blended learning requires a skills check
- Self-paced
- Desktop or mobile
- Immediate access via email login instructions after registration
Requirements for Renewal
DSPs must:
- Complete the online course
- Complete a skills check using agency procedures
- Submit both required forms to their agency RN or Nurse Supervisor
- Maintain documentation in their personnel file
DSPs cannot administer medications after expiration until renewal is fully completed.
Why Train With My Holistic Lifestyle LLC?
- RN-led online renewal course
- Clear instructions for DSPs and agencies
- Easy registration and access
- Printable renewal forms included
- Designed for fast, accurate compliance
- Trusted by agencies across Ohio