"CDS has taught me, not only the mechanics of working with people who have special challenges, but how to respect them and honor their desires and dreams," - KenCrest Personal Support Network staff

Did You Know That KenCrest Employees working in the State of Pennsylvania have FREE access to the nationally recognized College of Direct Support ?

The College of Direct Support is an online training opportunity for direct support
professionals and others who support individuals with developmental disabilities.
The curriculum has been developed by a group of national experts in the field and
is competency-based.

What are the advantages of using the College of Direct Support?

- Internet training at times that are convenient for your schedule

- Quality national curriculum designed for adult learners who work at their own pace

- Ability to take some KenCrest training recertifications online AND
complete additional courses to meet annual training requirements

- Eliminates travel to some trainings

Courses offered include:

Introduction to Developmental Disabilities
Safety at Home and in the Community
Supporting Healthy Lives
Individual Rights and Choices
Community Inclusion
Cultural Competence
Person–Centered Planning and Supports
Positive Behavior Supports
Employment Supports

*Additional courses are available for Frontline supervisors.

To learn more, talk with your supervisor about your training needs and
contact our Agency Administrator, Kathy Grassel at kgrassel@kencrest.org.