Microcredential in
Direct Support Professional II
This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.
SUNY Niagara Community College
Online
Online
Delivery
1 Semester
Estimated time to complete
50 Hours
Instruction hours
$800.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
Take your career to the next level with the Direct Support Professional II microcredential, designed for those ready to take the next step after Direct Support Professional I. This microcredential focuses on advanced skills and specialized knowledge crucial for leadership roles in support services. Earners of this microcredential will not only enhance their expertise but achieve advanced national certification, marking them as a seasoned and proficient Direct Support Professional. Thanks to a partnership with the NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), limited time grant funding is available to pay for your tuition, fees, books, course materials, NADSP credentialing, and educational support. Eligible students who successfully complete each microcredential and certification can earn $750 stipends. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and prepares existing DSPs for advancement.
An online microcredential from SUNY Niagara Community College (50 instruction hours). Registration is completed with SUNY Niagara Community College. Eligible for financial aid.
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Complete first
Required. Registration checks that you have completed it.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Open
Section 3:
Open
What you can earn
Direct Support Professional II Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Prepares for an industry certification exam (Industry-Recognized Credential)
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.
Funding opportunities
You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.
SUNY Reimagine Workforce Scholarship (Scholarship)
Partial scholarships for first-time SUNY non-credit learners.
Who qualifies: New York residents taking their first SUNY non-credit course.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.