Even in the midst of challenging behavior, whether as part of a behavior plan or as part of crisis management, people served in the mental health system are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. The expectation for the support staff is to be at his or her best when the circumstances are at their most challenging. Direct Support Professionals are always working on maintaining a positive relationship, even at difficult times. The individual’s safety is a primary concern.

DSP Instructors: Pennie Ohia, Christina Fikes, Henry Ohia

 People with disabilities need to feel they are valued by those who care for and about them. They need to have influence on things and people in their environment.

With a half-million cardiac arrests each year, CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) can help save a life if a person's breathing or heart stops. It's not just for healthcare workers and emergency responders. In fact, CPR can double or triple the chance of survival when bystanders take action. The American Red Cross helps train you safely, effectively and confidently, so you're prepared for the minutes that matter the most. Classes are offered 7 days a week.

CPR Instructors: Pennie Ohia, Christina Fikes, Brian Williams, Henry Ohia

Hypothermia is a medical emergency that occurs when your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, causing a dangerously low body temperature. Normal body temperature is around 98.6 F (37 C). Hypothermia occurs as your body temperature falls below 95 F (35 C)

Instructors: Pennie Ohia, Christina Fikes, Brian Williams, Henry Ohia

American Red Cross Blood-borne Pathogen Training designed for those who are at risk for on the job exposure to blood and other bodily fluids in the workplace. This course can be taken as In Person or as an Online Only.

BBP Instructors: Pennie Ohia, Christina Fikes, Brian Williams, Henry Ohia

The 2021 Basic Life Support (BLS) course provides healthcare providers and public safety professionals the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adult child and infant patients.

BLS Instructor: Pennie Ohia