Community Connections Career Partnership-Ohio (C3PO)

Learn about the field of Direct Support through in-class training and on-site internships with partner providers in this one-year program. A Direct Support Professional will assist a patient with daily activities and encourage attitudes and behaviors that help the individual to be included in the community. Gain introductory knowledge of ethics, health & safety, interpersonal communication, crisis intervention, and assessments required for careers in this field.

Course Topics

  • Health and safety
  • Developmental disabilities
  • Behavioral supports
  • Positive intervention

Industry-Recognized Credentials

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Certificate of Initial Proficiency (CIP)
  • OSHA 10
  • Lean Six Sigma

Danielle Denton

Program Instructor
ddenton@vsctc.org
Vanguard Tech Center

Career Opportunities

Entry Level (with high school diploma and career training)

Direct Support Professional
Job Coach
Aide

Technical (with CTE training, associate degree, technical certification)

N/A

Professional (with Bachelor's degree and beyond)

N/A