Article archive / July 1, 2012
Originally published: . Volume 3, No. 11. Source pages: 16.
LSUHSC-Human Development Center (HDC) in collaboration with Louisiana APSE will provide statewide Employment Specialist Core Training in August and also September of 2012. The 40-hour training incorporates APSE’s CORE Supported Employment competencies.
APSE is a national organization with a focus on integrated employment and career advancement opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
The course includes 8 hours of online instruction and resource information and 20 hours (three days) of classroom instruction. One additional half day (4 hours) of small group activity in which participants will complete case study examples is also included.
The August training will be in New Orleans, at the LSUHSC Human Development Center at 1900 Gravier Street.
The September training will take place in Baton Rouge, at UpLIFTD on 1979 Beaumont Drive.
The “Supported Employment Competency-Based Training with Portfolio” includes training on topics including Marketing and Job Development, Community-Based & Situational Assessments, Job Site Training, Funding, Natural Supports & Coworker Supports, Compensatory Strategies, Social Security Work Incentives, Self-employment and Customized employment, Ethics, and Professional Development, Resources, Information, & Networking.
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