Identity First Language

Hours: 0.50

Course Code: REL-IDD-0-IF

Identity-first language recognizes a person’s disability as an important part of their identity. This language is crucial for people with disabilities because it reflects the beliefs of those who see their disabilities as valuable and positive parts of themselves.

Course Description

Identity-first language recognizes a person’s disability as an important part of their identity. This language is crucial for people with disabilities because it reflects the beliefs of those who see their disabilities as valuable and positive parts of themselves.

Certificates

Certificates provided by accrediting body (1 Match)

National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals

0.5 HOURS

This activity is approved for 0.50 contact hours.

Course Details

Course Code: REL-IDD-0-IF

Hours: 0.5

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027

Learning Objectives:
Differentiate between person-first and identity-first language.
Describe the history of identity-first language and its significance to people with disabilities.
Explain how to use identity-first language in daily interactions appropriately.

Outline:
Section 1: Language and Disability

The Evolution of Language Around Disability

Identity-First Language

Key Differences Between PFL and IFL

Factors That Shape Language Choices

Current Language Trends

Knowledge Check

Key Takeaways

Section 2: Using IFL in Daily Interactions

One Conversation, Two Different Experiences

General Guidelines for Using IFL

Knowledge Check

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

Resource

References

Subject Matter Expert: Jessica Edwards, BS, QIDP

Jessica is a SME Writer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the Health and Human Services vertical, in the content area of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jessica received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science, with a concentration in Disability Studies and Human Development, from Stony Brook University. She has over eight years of experience serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their supporters, including roles as a direct support professional, case manager, and qualified professional. Her experiences and coursework over the years have allowed her to develop a strong knowledge of person-centered planning and care, community resources, and service delivery.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Support Professionals (DSP); in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities: Agency.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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Identity First Language

Identity-first language recognizes a person’s disability as an important part of their identity. This language is crucial for people with disabilities because it reflects the beliefs of those who see their disabilities as valuable and positive parts of themselves.

$ 20.0 Paid $20.00 $20.00

National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals

$ 20.0 Paid $20.00

$20.00