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Health Care Orientation Direct Support For More Information & to Apply Program Contact Name Cintia Cuevas Program Contact Email ccuevas@gencenter.org Program Phone Number 401-781-6110 Description This 10-week Direct Support Provider Training Program helps adults learn the skills and earn the certifications they need to get a job helping individuals with developmental disabilities. Trainees learn how to provide support, care, education, and advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities. Training and certifications include First Aid/CPR, Alzheimer's Training, ServSafe Food Handler, and Nutrition. Comprehensive, integrated support services are provided by our Financial Opportunity Center, including Case Manager, Employment Counselor, and Financial Coach. Training includes 10 weeks of part-time classroom instruction followed by 3 weeks of internship at a local Direct Support Facility. **You will need to meet with a Job Coach either online or at a DLT Career Center to determine your eligibility for an Individual Training Account of up to $15,000 to cover the cost of the ETPL program you wish to enroll in.** Details Training Providers Genesis Center Training Locations 620 Potters Avenue Providence, RI 02907 Program Schedule Daily Total Program Hours 260 Graduate Credentials An industry-recognized certificate or certification, Employment Total Cost $3,557.00 (The display of costs does not constitute a guarantee that the amounts will be fully paid by the WIOA program.) Job training program type All Free or Reduced Cost Job Training Programs WIOA - Eligible Training Provider Programs