The Human Development Institute's Core Training Program (CTP) has developed
training materials and a system for delivering quality introductory training
on disabilities which:
- is value-and competency-based;
- uses state of the art curricula and trained trainers; and
- is geographically accessible.
This training program assists in providing staff of community agencies serving
individuals with disabilities with a foundation of positive values and basic
competencies necessary to successfully perform their job functions. The
program was developed with funds from the Kentucky Developmental Disabilities
Planning Council. Program implementation is funded by the Kentucky Division
of Mental Retardation through contract with the University
of Kentucky Human Development Institute, a University Affiliated Program.
The Core Training Program includes the following core courses:
- Introduction to Mental Retardation and Other Developmental Disabilities
Values, Issues and Resources
- Working With Families
- Developing Individualized Plans
- Instructional and Behavioral Techniques
- Health Needs and Services
- Social/Sexual Training Needs and Approaches
- Medications Administration
All CTP training materials are:
- Value based
- Grounded in current best practices
- Presented by competent trainers on contract with the Human Development
Institute
Training is scheduled and coordinated by the Institute with completion of
the training program taking approximately 51 hours. The Core Training Program
allows community agency staff the opportunity to receive training on individual
choice and inclusion, as well as best practice approaches to providing services
and supports.
In developing the Core Training Program, the Human
Development Institute has utilized input from staff at all levels of
community and state agencies, individuals with disabilities and their families,
and University of Kentucky faculty and
staff. The project includes collaboration with:
- The Kentucky Department of Mental Health/Mental Retardation Services
- The Kentucky Developmental Disabilities Planning Council
- The Kentucky Department of Medicaid Services
- The Kentucky Department of Vocational Education
- The regional Mental Health/Mental Retardation Boards
- The Kentucky Disabilities Training Network
- The Kentucky Chapter of the American Association on Mental Retardation
For Additional Information Contact:
Carrie Stith, Project Coordinator
Human Development Institute
310 Mineral Industries Building
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506-0051
Office (859) 257-5389 Fax (859) 323-1901
