Keeping current with training requirements
This communication is for Community Residential Providers impacted by training requirements outlined in RCW 74.39A:
- Supported Living
- Group Homes
- Group Training Homes
- Children’s Licensed Staff Residential
- Alternative Living
- Companion Homes
- State Operated Living Alternative (SOLA)
Rules for the training requirements are contained in Chapter 388-829 WAC and additional standards for the adult residential programs are located in Chapter 388-101D WAC.
Some training timelines have been suspend per COVID-19 pandemic State of Emergency under Proclamation 20-05. Click here for more details
COVID-19 Pandemic response updates
Suspensions and Emergency Rule Filings: Deadline December 7, 2020
Per Governor Inslee’s COVID-19 Proclamation 20-05, RCW/WACs remain suspended. This means that 40-hour DDA CORE/BASIC, 30 hours of Populations Specific training and 12 hours Continuing Education Training remain suspended.
Trainings still required: Nurse Delegation, CPR and 5 hours DDA Orientation and Safety Trainings
DSHS is ready to file an emergency rule and will reset the date of hire and training timelines when RCW/WACs are reinstated.
Click here for more information on Proclamation 20-05.
Virtualized curriculum and training recommendations
DDA recommends continuing virtual trainings. DDA-developed curriculum is now available. The content is updated to adapt to a virtual classroom.
As you develop your virtual training plan, please consider adult learning theory. Processing and retaining virtual content takes more focus than in-person trainings. Adults also need to adapt to engaging in a virtual environment, which is a new skill for many.
Please consider breaking day-long trainings into modules and offering asymmetrical learning opportunities.
Virtual training survey (2019)
Six tips to design interactive virtual classroom training
What’s the optimal length of an eLearning course?
Upcoming training opportunities
Courses to support trainers using virtual platforms:
Virtual Train-the-Trainer Continuing Education
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Register for each class (Zoom links will only be sent to those registered) Trainer: Krista Nieman
- Beyond Mandated Reporting TTT - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., November 30, 2020
- Generations in the Workplace TTT -9 a.m. to 12 p.m., December 1, 2020
- Unconscious Bias TTT - 1 to 4 p.m., December 1, 2020
- Beyond First Aid: Recognizing and Responding to Medical Emergencies TTT - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 2, 2020
- Buzz on Adult Learners and Peer Coaching TTT two day training:
- Buzz on Adult Learner (Day 1) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 3, 2020
- Peer Coaching TTT (Day 2) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 4, 2020
- Register for each course individually. Trainers receive CE credit for each course. Certificates will be awarded upon course completion.
Orientation: How to rain 40 hour CORE/Basic Curriculum virtually (for experienced trainers)
This orientation is for those who completed the in-person Train-the-Trainer academy and have an existing I-code.
- We will cover Chapters 1-14 (including hybrid options to train Chapter 12: Skills Acquisition)
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Lunch) 1 to 3 p.m., November 19, 2020
- Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/2668525985 Meeting ID: 266 852 5985
- Use computer audio or dial by your location (253) 215-8782 US (Tacoma)
- Trainer: Sarah Blanchette
- 6 CE credit hours (upon completion)
- No registration necessary, click on the Zoom link at 10 a.m.
New: Direct support professional’s guide to COVID: A peer coach led CE training (Train-the-Trainer)
This course contains vital information for DSPs about COVID-19. A new CE course was developed that will be facilitated and overseen by agency peer coaches (or trainers if no Peer Coaching Program exists).
- This TTT-intended audience: Peer coach trainers and CE trainers.
- Structure: 3 modules, each individual and can be taken separately from other modules.
- Curriculum content: Based on information from the CDC, National Health Institute with consultation from DDA Nursing Director, DDA, Residential QA team and consultation from RCS.
1 to 3 p.m., November 30, 2020
10 a.m. to 12 p.m., December 10, 2020
1 to 3 p.m., December 18, 2020
- Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/2668525985 Meeting ID: 266 852 5985
- Use computer audio or dial by your location (253) 215-8782 US (Tacoma)
- Trainer: Sarah Blanchette
- 3 CEs for TTT/12 CEs for curriculum completion
- No registration necessary, click on the Zoom link at start of training
Virtual Office Hours Every Tuesday on Zoom
Sarah Blanchette, will be hosting Virtual Office hours every Tuesday on Zoom. Providers and others are welcome to drop in during that time and meet. In these sessions Sarah will answer group questions and take providers into a breakout room to answer agency specific questions.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
How to access:
- No registration required, no advanced notice, drop-ins welcome!
Technical monthly support webinars/trainer & curriculum approval clinics
Technical monthly support webinar:
- 10 to 11 a.m.
- Answers to frequently asked questions (including resources during COVID-19 pandemic)
- Clarification for training requirements
- Opportunities for live interaction with peers
- Upcoming training opportunities
Trainer and curriculum approval clinics will be from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. During the approval clinic we will:
- Answer questions about trainer approvals
- Review new curriculum developed
- Catch up on trainer or curriculum approvals pending
Zoom - December 9, 2020, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Zoom - January 13, 2021, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Zoom - February 10, 2021, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Zoom - March 10, 2021 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Training programs: Planning for 2021
The Residential Training Unit is gearing up for upcoming year. We hope to bring you more opportunities for direct training as well as continuing the Train-the-Trainer courses we offer.
The Residential Unit that includes Community Residential Services, RHC and State Operated Living Alternative trainers will be opening classes for Community Residential Services providers to attend.
The upcoming Train-the-Trainer academy calendar will be released in December 2020, and we will be releasing the full calendar year of trainings again to allow providers to sign up early.
We will also be launching our 40-hour CORE revision project in spring 2021 and revising online courses.
Virtual trainings from DDA will continue into the foreseeable future.
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