When you work with children who have special needs, it can bring a host of challenges and opportunities. This course provides a brief overview of the causes and types of developmental disabilities and mental health disorders in children. It also discusses how to best support a child with a developmental disability or mental health disorder in the home setting through topics such as self-care, communication, mobility, and independence.
Relias Learning, LLC is approved as a Curriculum Developer by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services. This activity is approved for 0.5000 contact hours for all WA State Direct Care Workers. Training Provider Code: WA0624. CE Approval Code: CO2135289
Texas HHSC has determined that Relias Learning’s submitted training meets or exceeds the minimum standards for HCSSA administrator training in the following categories: Licensed Home Health (LHH) Licensed and Certified Home Health (L&CHH) Personal Assistance Services (PAS) Hospice. Texas HHSC also recognizes Relias Learning provides continuing education for administrators and alternate administrators. This activity is approved for 0.5000 contact hours.
This activity is approved for 0.50 contact hours.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Developmental Disabilities and Mental Illness in Children
Intellectual Disabilities
Motor Disabilities
Sensory Disabilities
Mental Health Disorders
Review
Summary
Section 3: Ways to Support Children with Developmental Disabilities and Mental Illness
Role of a Direct Care Worker
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Communication Tips
Communication in Special Circumstances
Mobility and Independence
Parent and Family Support
Review
Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Stephanie has over 16 years of clinical and teaching experience. Her areas of expertise are in neonatal intensive care, general pediatrics, home health, and children with medical complexities. She earned her Master's in nursing from Chamberlain University in 2022. Her professional practice is guided by Jean Watson's philosophy that, "Caring is the essence of nursing."
Disclosure: Stephanie Whitfield, MSN, RN, CPN has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
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