Course Summary
This course focuses on working with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) aims to equip the learner with the necessary knowledge and skills to understand and support this population effectively. The course covers a variety of topics specifically relevant to I/DD, providing a comprehensive understanding of the unique behavioral health challenges faced by individuals with I/DD.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the legal and clinical definitions of I/DD
- Characterize the fundamental, clinical, and cultural characteristics of the I/DD population
- Explain the vulnerabilities and disparities of the I/DD population
- Utilize best practices and treatment modalities
- Prioritize systems of care involvement and care coordination
Learning Audience
The learners for this training are behavioral health service providers, social workers, counselors, peer support specialists, and other professionals who support individuals with substance use and behavioral health conditions.
American Psychological Association Continuing Education (APA CE) Credits
Some courses within the Crisis Professional Curriculum are eligible for Continued Education Units (CEU), which are awarded as follows:
- 1 APA CEU credit awarded per (1) hour of completed learning
The University of Colorado Department of Psychiatry is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The University of Colorado Department of Psychiatry maintains responsivity for this program and its content.
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Content Contributors
Kelly May, Crisis Specialist & Case Management, Rocky Mountain Human Services
Ashley Hahn, PsyD, Licensed Psychologist, Rocky Mountain Human Services, Clinical Director, START Program
Brian D. Tallant, LPC, NADD-CC, Rocky Mountain Human Services, Associate Director, START Program
Jodi K. Dooling-Litfin, Ph.D., Deputy Program Officer, Rocky Mountain Human Services
