Education

Event/Training Calendar
DateEvents/Training
OngoingAgency Tiered Supports Virtual Coaching  - July
OngoingAgency Tiered Supports Virtual Coaching - August
OngoingAgency Tiered Supports Virtual Coaching  - September 
OngoingTier 2 Workshop Series:  Transitions
OngoingTier 2 Workshop Series:  An Extra Scoop
OngoingTools for Everyone
OngoingDisability Awareness Training for Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
OngoingProcess Mapping
OngoingMissouri Tiered Supports Family Coaching
7-26-24Understanding Language Processes and Their Impact on Basic Operant Learning:  Third Wave Behavior Analysis and It's Applications - Languaging:  Derived Stimulus Relations and Relational Framing
7-30-24MAAS Determination and Scheduling
7-30-24Upcoming Webinar:  Tools for Everyone
7-31-24BHIDD Virtual Learning Collaborative - Wellness and Aging
7-31-24Virtual Coaching Series:  Shared Observations
7-31-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Kansas City
7-31-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Kansas City
7-31-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Albany
8-1-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Kirksville
8-2-24Tier 2 Quarterly Updates
8-6-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Hannibal
8-6-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Hannibal
8-8-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - St. Louis
8-8-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - St. Louis
8-12-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Springfield
8-12-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Springfield
8-13-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Sikeston
8-13-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Sikeston
8-15-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Jefferson City
8-15-24Supporting Families to Navigate Services and Supports:  Developing Effective Front Doors
8-16-24Understanding Language Processes and Their Impact on Basic Operant Learning:  Third Wave Behavior Analysis and It's Applications - Verbal Relations, Relational Frames, and Rules
8-22-24Employment First Missouri Training Session for Service Providers - Using Technology to Support Employment Success
8-22-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Columbia
8-22-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Columbia
8-30-24Understanding Language Processes and Their Impact on Basic Operant Learning:  Third Wave Behavior Analysis and It's Applications - Acceptance and Commitment Training Model and How to Apply it
9-4-24Utilization Review Workshop Session - Rolla
10-8-24BHIDD Virtual Learning Collaborative - Substance Use Disorder and IDD
10-23-24BHIDD Virtual Learning Collaborative - Adapting Therapy with IDD Clients
Relias Self-Registration Portals

Relias is the leading online provider of compliance and continuing education for agencies serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Click to learn more about Relias.

MODD Employment Support Self Registration Portal

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Training Catalog

The Division Training Catalog provides information on required and recommended training. It serves as a resource, not a comprehensive list of requirements. If you have questions about catalog content, email ddmail@dmh.mo.gov and include Training Catalog in the subject line.

Webinars

Webinars - The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides regular informational webinars for individuals, families, and providers.

To schedule a webinar, Division staff should complete this form.

Podcasts

Cultivating Culture

Meeting Midway

Videos

Dental Trade Alliance Foundation Grant Project

The Division of Developmental Disabilities received a $25,000 grant from the Dental Trade Alliance Foundation (DTAF) of Arlington, VA for a project titled Increasing Awareness of the importance of Oral Health among Missouri Caregivers which is anticipated to impact access to dental care and promote knowledge of oral health’s impact on overall health.  The project consists of the production of three brief videos that demonstrate the importance of oral health and how to assist other people with oral hygiene.

DTAF Grant Summary Report

Oral Health as it Relates to General Health for People with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities

This video is geared for people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, their caregivers, and their families.  It gives an overview of what a dental hygienist does and the importance of oral health as it relates to general health.  Video 1 of 3.  

Special Circumstances with Oral Hygiene for People with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities

This video gives guidance on special circumstances related to providing oral hygiene such as how to assist people with intellectual/developmental disabilities who avoid oral hygiene tasks, how to complete gum care, and how to assist people who do not take food or fluid by mouth and use a feeding tube for nutrition,  Video 2 of 3.  

How To Assist a Person with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities with Oral Hygiene

This video demonstrates how to assist a person with intellectual/developmental disabilities with oral hygiene tasks while respecting their independence as well as utilizing a positive and encouraging approach.  Video 3 of 3.

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