Tag: direct support professional training
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How To: DSP Medication Certification: Online Blended Learning Guide
Discover how to earn your DSP medication certification through Ohio-approved online blended learning. This step-by-step guide covers training, in-person testing, and fast certification for Direct Support Professionals. Read more
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Healthy Boundaries to Prevent Burnout For Direct Support Professionals
When you spend your day meeting the needs of others, it’s easy to lose track of your own limits. You may feel guilty saying “no,” or worry about being seen as uncaring. But boundaries are not barriers. They are bridges to healthier relationships—with others and with yourself. Read more
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Understanding Stress in the Body: A Guide for Direct Support Professionals
As a caregiver, you show up daily for others, often under pressure and with little recovery time. That pressure can accumulate and manifest as stress in the body—a silent burden that, left unchecked, can lead to burnout or even illness. In this lesson, we’ll explore what stress is, how it affects your physical and emotional… Read more
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How to Enroll in a Category 1 Medication Administration Certification Course in Ohio
How to Enroll in a Category 1 Medication Administration Certification Course in Ohio If you’re a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Ohio aiming to administer medications, obtaining a Category 1 Medication Administration Certification is essential. Here’s a concise guide to help you navigate the enrollment process: Read more
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What are the prerequisites for enrolling in these courses?
What are the prerequisites for enrolling in these courses? There are a few important prerequisites to ensure eligibility for Medication Administration Certification courses for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Ohio. These requirements vary slightly depending on the certification category, but generally, they include the following Read more