Microcredential in
Direct Care Practice: DSP II
This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.
SUNY Ulster
Online
Online
Delivery
1 Semester
Estimated time to complete
65 Hours
Instruction hours
$2,475.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
This Direct Care Practice: DSP II microcredential is the second in a two-microcredential series. DSPs work with, support and advocate for and with people with intellectual disabilities. This DSP II microcredential enhances your skills in observation and evaluation as well as community inclusion and engagement. There is a focus on communications skills and professionalism and continued attention to the professional code of ethics. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and prepares existing DSPs for advancement.
An online microcredential from SUNY Ulster (65 instruction hours). Registration is completed with SUNY Ulster. Eligible for financial aid.
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Complete first
SUNY Ulster reviews this after you register.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Full
Section 3:
Open
What you can earn
Direct Care Practice: DSP II Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Skills covered
Evaluation and Observation
Communication
Professionalism
Ethics
Community Inclusion and Engagement
Career outlook
Related occupations: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Patient Care Technician
Healthcare support jobs in New York are projected to grow faster than average through 2032.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.