Supervising DSPs in Implementing Positive Behavior Support Plans

Course Code: REL-IDD-AAIDD-SPPBSP

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029

Learning Objectives:
Describe how graphs can be used to understand behavior.
Describe how to help staff members correctly implement a BSP.
Identify steps to take when a BSP does not appear to be working.

Outline:
Section 1: Using Data to Better Understand Behavior

Understanding Behavior Through Data

Knowledge Check

Key Takeaways

Section 2: Helping Staff Members Correctly Implement a BSP

Implementing a BSP

BSPs Are the Supervisor’s Responsibility

Knowledge Check

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Changing a BSP

BSP Review and Adjustments

Knowledge Check

Key Takeaways

Section 4: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributors

References

Subject Matter Expert: Margaret A. Nygren, EdD

Margaret A. Nygren, EdD, is the Executive Director and CEO of the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD). Prior to her work at AAIDD, she held positions at the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD), the Disabled and Elderly Health Programs Group at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Dr. Nygren earned a Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University, a MA in Clinical Psychology from West Virginia University, and a BA in Psychology from Beloit College, and was named a Fellow of the AAIDD in 2018.

Editor: Jessica Edwards, BS, QIDP

Jessica is a SME Writer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the Health and Human Services vertical, in the content area of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jessica received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science, with a concentration in Disability Studies and Human Development, from Stony Brook University. She has over eight years of experience serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their supporters, including roles as a direct support professional, case manager, and qualified professional. Her experiences and coursework over the years have allowed her to develop a strong knowledge of person-centered planning and care, community resources, and service delivery.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Support Professionals; in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.