BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Arc Broward - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://arcbroward.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Arc Broward REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231221T175837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T183511Z UID:10000133-1705910400-1705924800@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:APD In-Service: Advocacy & Promoting Self Advocacy & Self Determination: In-person or Zoom DESCRIPTION:Course Description: This class investigates the characteristics of an advocate and self-advocate\, coaching style\, and appropriate responses to advocacy issues. \nClass Objectives \n1. Describe skills and characteristics of an advocate and self-advocate. \n2. Will choose a supportive\, coaching style of advocacy. \n3. Identifies advocacy issues and appropriate responses to them by gathering information\, reviewing and analyzing all aspects of the problem. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/apd-in-service-advocacy-promoting-self-advocacy-self-determination/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231221T180620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T182415Z UID:10000134-1705928400-1705942800@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:APD In-Service: Ethics on the Frontline: In-Person or Zoom DESCRIPTION:Class Objectives \n\nDiscuss and state the implications of the nine areas of the NADSP Code of Ethics.\nUse the Code of Ethics in class to make ethical decisions and to resolve ethical dilemmas.\nIn class identify differences between personal and professional ethics.\nUse the NADSP ethical scenarios and develop responses consistent with the NADSP Code of Ethics. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/apd-in-service-ethics-on-the-frontline/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231116T204718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T154550Z UID:10000059-1706085000-1706115600@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:PCM Annual Recertification DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nThis intensive one day course fulfills the annual renewal requirements for currently certified PCM practitioners eligible for annual renewal. The course focuses on practice of the physical strategies taught in the initial PCM course and review of nonphysical strategies.\n\nTopics covered include:\n\nReview of non-physical PCM strategies\nPractice of physical PCM strategies URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/pcm-annual-recertification/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Crisis Management,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T160101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T133632Z UID:10000072-1706259600-1706281200@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:ASHI Instructor Course (Train the Trainer) DESCRIPTION:Become a certified American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) Instructor. We are offering a special class for those interested in becoming a certified ASHI Instructor to teach others the following courses: \n\nCPR and AED for Adults\, Children and Infants\nFirst Aid w/ Universal Precaution\nHIV/AIDS and Bloodborne Pathogens.\n\nThis is a Blended Learning course: The online information will be emailed to you 1 to 3 days after your registration is processed.  The online portion must be successfully completed prior to the Face-to-Face class on January 26\, 2024 at 9:00AM to 3:00PM. \nRegistration Cost: $400 until December 31\, 2023 then $410…. NO REFUNDS \nArc Educates is now offering a Blended learning course for those who are interested in becoming a certified American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) Instructor. After taking this course\, you will be certified to teach CPR and AED for Adults\, Children and Infants\, First Aid w/ Universal Precaution\, and HIV/AIDS and Bloodborne Pathogens. \nPre-Requisites: \nParticipants should already possess a current\, valid student level certification within the training area that the candidate wishes to teach. \nCourse Method \n The ASHI Instructor Course is a blended course. Blended learning begins with online training to cover the cognitive knowledge of the course\, followed by a face-to-face session with an Instructor Trainer for hands-on instructional skill practice and evaluation. \nRegistration closes on January 22\, 2024. \nFace-to-Face class is on January 26\, 2024 at 9:00AM to 3:00PM\, at Arc Broward Sunrise Campus Building 2. \nInstructor candidates are notified by email of enrollment in the online portion of the training. \nIn our upcoming class on 01/26/24\, each of you will need to show two essential skills: \n\nCPR – compression and rescue breath\nTeaching\n\nAs part of the assessment\, you’ll be preparing a 10-minute presentation. Pick a topic from either CPR or First Aid\, and make sure to bring some materials for your presentation—whether it’s a PowerPoint\, whiteboard\, handouts\, or anything else. \n**The online portion MUST to be completed before the face-to-face portion of the training.   \nTopics: \n\nASHI Instructor: Foundation and concepts of teaching skills; Roles and responsibilities of an instructor; Legal Issues and Ethics; Learning Environment and Learning; Styles/Domain of Learning; Presentation Skills\, and Facilitation Techniques\nASHI Specific Content: ASHI Training Center\, ASHI Programs Standards and Objectives; ASHI Materials and Equipment; ASHI Website URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/ashi-instructor-course-train-the-trainer/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T201112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T161532Z UID:10000099-1707210000-1707220800@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:APD Zero Tolerance: (Zoom or In-person) DESCRIPTION:This Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) informative course enlightens participants on the many issues relating to abuse and equips participants with the necessary tools to help reduce and stop abuse from occurring. This interactive seminar allows participants to apply concepts leant by engaging in group activities. This course is a core requirement for anyone providing service to an APD client and meets the APD requirement for training. \nCourse Overview:\nThe Zero Tolerance Training is organized into the following modules: \n\nModule 1: Defining Abuse\, Neglect\, and Exploitation of Persons with Developmental Disabilities\nModule Description: In this section you’ll learn what actions can be defined as abuse\, neglect and exploitation. You’ll also learn about some reasons why caregivers mistreat those in their care. Finally\, you’ll learn about how the desire for power and control can contribute to such mistreatment.\nModule 2: Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Abuse\, Neglect\, and Exploitation\nModule Description: In this section you will learn about various indicators of abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation\, both in the caregiver and the person receiving care.\nModule 3: Reporting to the Abuse Hotline\nModule Description: The purpose of this section is to learn about how you should report abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation and what may happen next.\nModule 4: Prevention and Safety Planning\nModule Description: This section will identify a number of ways in which you can assist persons with developmental disabilities decrease the likelihood that they will ever have to experience abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n\nCourse Learning Objectives:\nAt the end of training\, you will be able to: \n1. Define caregiver.\n2. Define the five general types of caregiver abuse.\n3. Describe the reasons why people with developmental disabilities are more likely to be abused\, neglected\, or exploited.\n4. Explain how power and control contribute to caregiver abuse.\n5. List statistics related to the abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation of people with developmental disabilities.\n6. List who should report abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n7. Describe strategies to apply when assessing a person for abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n8. Explain issues to consider when assessing a person for abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n9. List indicators of abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n10. Explain how to report abuse\, neglect\, or exploitation.\n11. Identify common barriers to reporting abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation\n12. Explain procedures for investigating reported abuse.\n13. Describe methods which can be used to prevent\, abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n14. Describe how to create and maintain a safe living environment of people with developmental disabilities. \n  URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/apd-zero-tolerance-zoom-or-in-person-2/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Agency for Persons with Disabilities,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231214T192814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T193152Z UID:10000048-1707229800-1707235200@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:Cultural Competency DESCRIPTION:The goal of this training is to create awareness\, increase sensitivity\, and promote personal reflection of the importance of diversity competency (defined as the ability of individuals and systems to respond respectfully and effectively to individuals\, families and communities of all diverse backgrounds). This training increases awareness of the kinds of beliefs\, attitudes\, values\, and practices that promote diversity competency. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/cultural-competency-6-2/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Crisis Management,Professional Training,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T214010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T161316Z UID:10000105-1707296400-1707321600@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:APD - Direct Care Core Competencies - DCCC: (Zoom or In-Person) DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Direct Care Core Competencies. This course will provide you with information about the roles and responsibilities of direct support professionals. \ncourse enlightens participants on the many issues relating to abuse and equips participants with the necessary tools to help reduce and stop abuse from occurring. \nThe purpose of this Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) informative Direct Care Core Competencies course is to introduce you to the knowledge\, skills\, and terms that will assist you in applying and delivering maximum standards of care as a direct support professional. This interactive seminar allows participants to apply concepts leant by engaging in group activities. \nThis one time course is a core requirement for anyone providing service to an APD client and meets the APD requirement for training. \nThis course has five modules. Each module begins with a list of learning objectives. There is an assessment at the end of the course based on all of the learning objectives. \nThe five modules are: \n1. Basic Person-Centered Planning \n2. Introduction to Developmental Disabilities \n3. Maintaining Health\, Safety\, and Wellness \n4. Individual Choices\, Rights\, and Responsibilities \n5. Roles and Responsibilities of Direct Support Professionals URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/apd-direct-care-core-competencies-dccc-zoom-or-in-person-2/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Agency for Persons with Disabilities,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T184434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T160414Z UID:10000075-1707382800-1707390000@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:HIV/AIDS & BBP DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nDid you know Broward County has the most new diagnosed AIDS cases per day in ALL of America? With statistic like this\, it’s vital to get the most up to date information on HIV/AIDS and learn how to prevent and protect yourself. Topics Covered Include: \nASHI Modules \n\nOSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard\nSpecific Bloodborne Pathogens\nHepatitis B Immunization\nYour Company’s Exposure Control Plan\nTransmitting Bloodborne Pathogens\nMethods to Control the Risks of Exposure\nWhen an Exposure Occurs\nHousekeeping\n\nHIV/AIDS Florida Health Video \n\nImmunology\nTransmission\nTesting\nSymptoms\nPrevention URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/hiv-aids-bbp-2/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Health & Safety Programs,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T192924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T160751Z UID:10000087-1707469200-1707480000@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:CPR/AED by ASHI DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nKnowing CPR is a must for ALL! This hands-on course\, developed by the ASHI\, prepares participants to respond to cardiac and respiratory emergencies in adults\, children and infants. Participants are guided through an interactive video\, have class room instruction and practical application of procedures on appropriately sized manikins. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/cpr-aed-by-ashi-2/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Health & Safety Programs,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T190454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T160625Z UID:10000081-1707483600-1707494400@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:First Aid and Universal Precautions DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nThis intensive workshop is ideal for those who are employed in the healthcare industry or parents seeking additional information on how to respond to medical emergencies such as bleeding\, burns\, bites\, heart attacks\, stroke\, seizures\, etc. This workshop also covers universal precautions. \n5 Reasons Why You Should Learn First-Aid: \nNow more than ever\, it is important to know first aid. With most of us at home with our family members – do you know what to do in case of an emergency? Here are five reasons why you should learn first-aid: \n\n\n\nIt not only saves lives but saves recovery time. Giving proper first aid immediately can help to reduce a person’s recovery time.\nHelp increase comfort in a person who has been injured. By knowing how to act even just with simple techniques such as applying an ice pack correctly\, or applying appropriate bandaging\, you’ll help to relieve the discomfort in a person who has been injured.\nYou can prevent a situation from getting worse. By being able to provide basic care you can stabilize a person who has been injured until emergency services arrive (if the situation requires medical services).\nConfidence. First aid training makes you more confident and comfortable allowing you to be more effective when responding to a situation.\nSafe and healthy living. Keeping yourself safe puts you in a position to help others. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/first-aid-and-universal-precautions-2/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Health & Safety Programs,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231214T202218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T203140Z UID:10000123-1707726600-1707930000@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:Professional Crisis Management (PCM) Initial 3 Day Training DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nDeveloped and governed by the Professional Crisis Management Association\, this intensive three (3) day reactive strategies course takes a cognitive-behavior approach to managing behaviors. This course teaches nonphysical and physical strategies to implement with individuals exhibiting crisis behaviors in a safe and stable way.  This 3-day training covers everything you need to become PCM certified as Practitioner Level\, Level-1 practitioner\, and Level-2 practitioner.  Just let the instructor know what level you would like to go up to. \nProfessional Crisis Management Association (PCMA) used their experience as Clinicians to create the  ONLY training program that is FULLY based on  Applied Behavior Analysis!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPractical\, Accessible Behavior Science\n\n\nCreate safe and positive learning environments\, even during a crisis.\n\n\n\nThe proven best choice for: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEducation\nSpecial Education\nTreatment Facilities\nDay Treatment\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nASD & ABA Clinics\nFoster Care\nICF’s\nJuvenile Justice\n\n\nThe following elements make Professional Crisis Management unique: \n\n Prevention Focused\nBased on true Behavior Science\nTrauma Informed\nPerfectly Aliened with PBIS URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/professional-crisis-management-initial-3-day-training-7/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Crisis Management,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231215T160248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T160248Z UID:10000126-1708074000-1708084800@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:Coaching the Van Driver –CVD: In-person or Zoom DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nDriving accidents are the number one cause of accidental deaths in America. Drivers need to understand the dangers while driving the Florida roads and the difference between driving your personal vehicle and a van. This defensive driving workshop is endorsed by the National Safety Council and presented through video\, interactive discussion and lecture.\n If you or your organization has to transport individuals on the road\, this class is for you!\nTopics covered include:\n\nDefensive driving skills\nHow to prevent and avoid collisions\nTransporting passengers\nTips on van inspection\nReview documentation necessary to ensure continued safety of passengers\n\n* This is compliance training; therefore\, a road test is not included. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/coaching-the-van-driver-cvd-in-person-or-zoom-2/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Agency for Persons with Disabilities,Health & Safety Programs,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T194119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T155831Z UID:10000093-1708088400-1708099200@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:CPR/AED by ASHI DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nKnowing CPR is a must for ALL! This hands-on course\, developed by the ASHI\, prepares participants to respond to cardiac and respiratory emergencies in adults\, children and infants. Participants are guided through an interactive video\, have class room instruction and practical application of procedures on appropriately sized manikins. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/cpr-aed-by-ashi-13/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Health & Safety Programs,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231117T172738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T200547Z UID:10000070-1708156800-1708194600@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:Registered Behavior Technician Course (40 hour) In-Person/Zoom DESCRIPTION:Event Summary \nClass hours are from 8:00am to 6:30pm on each of the following Saturdays with a working lunch. You must attend all classes to meet the 40-hour BACB Requirements for training certificate.\nEight (4) Saturdays through out April and May. \nClass dates are:\nFebruary 17\, 24\, and March 2\, 9\, 22024\nRegistration Cost: $425 until January 12\, 2024 then $450…. NO REFUNDS \nPackage includes lecture notes\, 1 mock exam\, practice worksheets to assist with course examples\, and visual study guides for preparing for the board exam. \nYou must attend and participate in all classes to meet the 40-hour BACB Requirements for training certificate. \nAbout the Course:\nRegistered Behavior Technicians work in home-care environments\, in centers\, or in schools providing one-on-one therapy and behavioral assistance to those diagnosed with autism\, other developmental disabilities\, and behavioral disorders. They are responsible for implementing behavioral plans developed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts and collecting and charting data on the progress and improvement in the abilities of the clients they work with.\nThis course is advanced training that consists of 40 hours of in-person skills instruction provided by Board Certified Analysts with over 15 years of clinical and training experience.\nThe focus on the instruction will be on The Second Edition\, Registered Behavior Technician Task List\, published by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). Instruction topics include: \n\nMeasurement\nAssessment\nSkill acquisition\nBehavior reduction\nDocumentation\, Reporting\, and Professional Conduct\nEthics\nScope of practice\n\nParticipants will not only learn terminology\, concepts\, and methods but will be continuously engaged in role playing scenarios to work towards application and skill competency. A small class instructor-to-participant ratio will allow participants to receive individualized attention and ongoing feedback. Participants will also receive practice examinations.\nThis course will prepare participants to take the Behavior Analyst Certification Board Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) exam but will not guarantee a successful passing of the exam. It will also include a mock competency assessment. Formal competency assessments required to obtain the RBT certification can only be conducted by the participant’s supervising behavior analyst and will be offered by the organization teaching this course.\nPlease contact Heather Burton\, Training Coordinator\, with any questions. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/registered-behavior-technician-course-40-hour-in-person-zoom-2/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Training,Program Events,Registered Behavior Technician,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231116T204846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T140051Z UID:10000060-1708331400-1708362000@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:PCM Annual Recertification (Class is Full) DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nThis intensive one day course fulfills the annual renewal requirements for currently certified PCM practitioners eligible for annual renewal. The course focuses on practice of the physical strategies taught in the initial PCM course and review of nonphysical strategies.\n\nTopics covered include:\n\nReview of non-physical PCM strategies\nPractice of physical PCM strategies URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/pcm-annual-recertification-5/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Crisis Management,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231206T141936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T142003Z UID:10000112-1708450200-1708453800@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:Arc Works Business Advisory Council (BAC) Meeting DESCRIPTION:For membership information\, contact Adam Corin\, BAC board co-chair at adam@nirocconsultants.com URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/arc-works-business-advisory-council-bac-meeting/2024-02-20/ LOCATION:WorkBar\, 3415 Dixie Hwy\, Oakland Park\, FL\, 33334\, United States CATEGORIES:Arc Works,BAC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231221T181132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T215725Z UID:10000135-1708675200-1708689600@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:APD In-Service: Successful Community Living – In-Person or Zoom DESCRIPTION:Successful Community Living – Assisting People to Direct Their Own Supportive Services \nNADSP Code of Ethics Skills \n\nRecognizes support services\, related policies\, procedures that violate rights or pose challenges to the exercise of rights and offers suggestions to address.\n\nClass Objectives \n\nIdentify strategies to assist people receiving support to recruit\, train\, and manage support staff. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/apd-in-service-successful-community-living-assisting-people-to-direct-their-own-supportive-services/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231221T181529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T215716Z UID:10000136-1708693200-1708707600@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:APD In-Service: Individual Service Planning and Self Determination: In-Person or Zoom DESCRIPTION:Class Objectives \n\nIdentify the components of an Individual Service Plan.\nIdentify the basic beliefs and commitment of the person-centered-planning process.\nList ways to gain information about a person’s strengths\, preferences\, and dreams.\nIdentify strategies to assist a person in leading and/or participating in the planning process.\nReview a sample individual plan and be able to list things learned from the plan that would affect the support of the individual. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/apd-in-service-individual-service-planning-and-self-determination/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T201348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T165751Z UID:10000100-1709629200-1709640000@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:APD Zero Tolerance: (Zoom or In-person) DESCRIPTION:This Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) informative course enlightens participants on the many issues relating to abuse and equips participants with the necessary tools to help reduce and stop abuse from occurring. This interactive seminar allows participants to apply concepts leant by engaging in group activities. This course is a core requirement for anyone providing service to an APD client and meets the APD requirement for training. \nCourse Overview:\nThe Zero Tolerance Training is organized into the following modules: \n\nModule 1: Defining Abuse\, Neglect\, and Exploitation of Persons with Developmental Disabilities\nModule Description: In this section you’ll learn what actions can be defined as abuse\, neglect and exploitation. You’ll also learn about some reasons why caregivers mistreat those in their care. Finally\, you’ll learn about how the desire for power and control can contribute to such mistreatment.\nModule 2: Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Abuse\, Neglect\, and Exploitation\nModule Description: In this section you will learn about various indicators of abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation\, both in the caregiver and the person receiving care.\nModule 3: Reporting to the Abuse Hotline\nModule Description: The purpose of this section is to learn about how you should report abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation and what may happen next.\nModule 4: Prevention and Safety Planning\nModule Description: This section will identify a number of ways in which you can assist persons with developmental disabilities decrease the likelihood that they will ever have to experience abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n\nCourse Learning Objectives:\nAt the end of training\, you will be able to: \n1. Define caregiver.\n2. Define the five general types of caregiver abuse.\n3. Describe the reasons why people with developmental disabilities are more likely to be abused\, neglected\, or exploited.\n4. Explain how power and control contribute to caregiver abuse.\n5. List statistics related to the abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation of people with developmental disabilities.\n6. List who should report abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n7. Describe strategies to apply when assessing a person for abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n8. Explain issues to consider when assessing a person for abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n9. List indicators of abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n10. Explain how to report abuse\, neglect\, or exploitation.\n11. Identify common barriers to reporting abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation\n12. Explain procedures for investigating reported abuse.\n13. Describe methods which can be used to prevent\, abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation.\n14. Describe how to create and maintain a safe living environment of people with developmental disabilities. \n  URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/apd-zero-tolerance-zoom-or-in-person-3/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Agency for Persons with Disabilities,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231214T194705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T194705Z UID:10000119-1709649000-1709654400@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:Cultural Competency DESCRIPTION:The goal of this training is to create awareness\, increase sensitivity\, and promote personal reflection of the importance of diversity competency (defined as the ability of individuals and systems to respond respectfully and effectively to individuals\, families and communities of all diverse backgrounds). This training increases awareness of the kinds of beliefs\, attitudes\, values\, and practices that promote diversity competency. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/cultural-competency-2/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Crisis Management,Professional Training,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T214147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T170334Z UID:10000106-1709715600-1709740800@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:APD - Direct Care Core Competencies - DCCC: (Zoom or In-Person) DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Direct Care Core Competencies. This course will provide you with information about the roles and responsibilities of direct support professionals. \ncourse enlightens participants on the many issues relating to abuse and equips participants with the necessary tools to help reduce and stop abuse from occurring. \nThe purpose of this Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) informative Direct Care Core Competencies course is to introduce you to the knowledge\, skills\, and terms that will assist you in applying and delivering maximum standards of care as a direct support professional. This interactive seminar allows participants to apply concepts leant by engaging in group activities. \nThis one time course is a core requirement for anyone providing service to an APD client and meets the APD requirement for training. \nThis course has five modules. Each module begins with a list of learning objectives. There is an assessment at the end of the course based on all of the learning objectives. \nThe five modules are: \n1. Basic Person-Centered Planning \n2. Introduction to Developmental Disabilities \n3. Maintaining Health\, Safety\, and Wellness \n4. Individual Choices\, Rights\, and Responsibilities \n5. Roles and Responsibilities of Direct Support Professionals URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/apd-direct-care-core-competencies-dccc-zoom-or-in-person-3/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Agency for Persons with Disabilities,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T184706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T161909Z UID:10000076-1709802000-1709809200@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:HIV/AIDS & BBP DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nDid you know Broward County has the most new diagnosed AIDS cases per day in ALL of America? With statistic like this\, it’s vital to get the most up to date information on HIV/AIDS and learn how to prevent and protect yourself. Topics Covered Include: \nASHI Modules \n\nOSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard\nSpecific Bloodborne Pathogens\nHepatitis B Immunization\nYour Company’s Exposure Control Plan\nTransmitting Bloodborne Pathogens\nMethods to Control the Risks of Exposure\nWhen an Exposure Occurs\nHousekeeping\n\nHIV/AIDS Florida Health Video \n\nImmunology\nTransmission\nTesting\nSymptoms\nPrevention URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/hiv-aids-bbp-3/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Health & Safety Programs,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T193054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T172710Z UID:10000088-1709888400-1709899200@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:CPR/AED by ASHI DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nKnowing CPR is a must for ALL! This hands-on course\, developed by the ASHI\, prepares participants to respond to cardiac and respiratory emergencies in adults\, children and infants. Participants are guided through an interactive video\, have class room instruction and practical application of procedures on appropriately sized manikins. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/cpr-aed-by-ashi-3/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Health & Safety Programs,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T191422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T171646Z UID:10000082-1709902800-1709913600@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:First Aid and Universal Precautions DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nThis intensive workshop is ideal for those who are employed in the healthcare industry or parents seeking additional information on how to respond to medical emergencies such as bleeding\, burns\, bites\, heart attacks\, stroke\, seizures\, etc. This workshop also covers universal precautions. \n5 Reasons Why You Should Learn First-Aid: \nNow more than ever\, it is important to know first aid. With most of us at home with our family members – do you know what to do in case of an emergency? Here are five reasons why you should learn first-aid: \n\n\n\nIt not only saves lives but saves recovery time. Giving proper first aid immediately can help to reduce a person’s recovery time.\nHelp increase comfort in a person who has been injured. By knowing how to act even just with simple techniques such as applying an ice pack correctly\, or applying appropriate bandaging\, you’ll help to relieve the discomfort in a person who has been injured.\nYou can prevent a situation from getting worse. By being able to provide basic care you can stabilize a person who has been injured until emergency services arrive (if the situation requires medical services).\nConfidence. First aid training makes you more confident and comfortable allowing you to be more effective when responding to a situation.\nSafe and healthy living. Keeping yourself safe puts you in a position to help others. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/first-aid-and-universal-precautions-6/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Health & Safety Programs,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240311T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231117T133151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T151949Z UID:10000068-1710145800-1710349200@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:Professional Crisis Management Initial 3 Day Training DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nDeveloped and governed by the Professional Crisis Management Association\, this intensive three (3) day reactive strategies course takes a cognitive-behavior approach to managing behaviors. This course teaches nonphysical and physical strategies to implement with individuals exhibiting crisis behaviors in a safe and stable way. \n  URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/professional-crisis-management-initial-3-day-training-3/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Crisis Management,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231215T171333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T171333Z UID:10000132-1710493200-1710504000@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:Coaching the Van Driver –CVD: In-person or Zoom DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nDriving accidents are the number one cause of accidental deaths in America. Drivers need to understand the dangers while driving the Florida roads and the difference between driving your personal vehicle and a van. This defensive driving workshop is endorsed by the National Safety Council and presented through video\, interactive discussion and lecture.\n If you or your organization has to transport individuals on the road\, this class is for you!\nTopics covered include:\n\nDefensive driving skills\nHow to prevent and avoid collisions\nTransporting passengers\nTips on van inspection\nReview documentation necessary to ensure continued safety of passengers\n\n* This is compliance training; therefore\, a road test is not included. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/coaching-the-van-driver-cvd-in-person-or-zoom-4/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Agency for Persons with Disabilities,Health & Safety Programs,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231118T194302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T171915Z UID:10000094-1710507600-1710518400@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:CPR/AED by ASHI DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\n\nKnowing CPR is a must for ALL! This hands-on course\, developed by the ASHI\, prepares participants to respond to cardiac and respiratory emergencies in adults\, children and infants. Participants are guided through an interactive video\, have class room instruction and practical application of procedures on appropriately sized manikins. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/cpr-aed-by-ashi-14/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States CATEGORIES:Health & Safety Programs,Professional Training,Program Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arcbroward.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/unnamed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231221T184804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T215656Z UID:10000138-1710835200-1710849600@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:APD In-Service: Advanced Teaching Strategies: In-Person or Zoom DESCRIPTION:Class Objectives \n1. Explore why we teach and the role of the DSP \n2. Describe at least five things we need to know about the person we are teaching for our teaching to be effective. \n3. Describe multi-sensory teaching techniques which incorporate Gardner’s seven preferred learning styles. \n4. Describe several types of teaching and teaching tool adaptations and identify how you might use or create a teaching tool. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/apd-in-service-advanced-teaching-strategies-in-person-or-zoom/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231221T184215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T215707Z UID:10000137-1710853200-1710867600@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:APD In-Service: Interpersonal Communication: In-Person or Zoom DESCRIPTION:Class Objectives \n\nIdentify at least five barriers to effective listening.\nDefine the goal of communication.\nDescribe the four approaches to communication.\nIdentify the qualities required for an assertive communicator.\nDemonstrate the use of “special techniques” for assertive communication. URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/apd-in-service-interpersonal-communication-in-person-or-zoom/ LOCATION:Arc Broward\, 10250 NW 53 Street\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Burton":MAILTO:hburton@arcbroward.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T142052 CREATED:20231206T141936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T142003Z UID:10000113-1710869400-1710873000@arcbroward.com SUMMARY:Arc Works Business Advisory Council (BAC) Meeting DESCRIPTION:For membership information\, contact Adam Corin\, BAC board co-chair at adam@nirocconsultants.com URL:https://arcbroward.com/event/arc-works-business-advisory-council-bac-meeting/2024-03-19/ LOCATION:WorkBar\, 3415 Dixie Hwy\, Oakland Park\, FL\, 33334\, United States CATEGORIES:Arc Works,BAC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR