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Empowerment and Advocacy

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History of Disability Rights and Services

Course ID: 1116521

History of Disability Rights and Services

This course provides an overview of the historical treatment of people with disabilities, including key moments in the expansion of disability rights. This module also highlights programs that help support community living and the importance of a trauma-informed approach to care.

Learning Objectives

Historical Awareness: Understand the historical context of disability rights and services, including the evolution of societal attitudes and policies towards people with disabilities.
Legislative Knowledge: Gain knowledge of key disability-related legislation, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act, and their impact on the rights and services available to people with disabilities.
Cultural Competence: Recognize and respect the diverse experiences, cultural backgrounds, and potential trauma histories of people with disabilities, while understanding how the principles of a trauma-informed approach apply to effectively support and interact with individuals.

CMS Competencies

Cultural Competencyksdsw@tthree.org2025-08-15T13:46:21-05:00

Cultural Competency

The DSW respects cultural differences, and provides services and supports that fit with an individual’s preferences.

Provides or accesses services that fit with the individuals’ culture or preferences.
Seeks to learn about different cultures to provide better support and services.
Recognizes own biases and doesn’t let them interfere in work relationships.
Respects the cultural needs and preferences of each individual.
Assists the individual to find social, learning and recreational opportunities valued in their culture.

Professionalism and Ethicsksdsw@tthree.org2025-08-15T13:46:21-05:00

Professionalism and Ethics

The DSW works in a professional and ethical manner, maintaining confidentiality and respecting individual and family rights.

Follows relevant laws, regulations and is guided by ethical standards when doing work tasks.
Supports individual in a collaborative manner and maintains professional boundaries.
Shows professionalism by being on time, dressing appropriately for the job, and being responsible in all work tasks.
Seeks to reduce personal stress and increase wellness.
Respects the individual and his or her families right to privacy, respect, and dignity.
Maintains confidentiality in all spoken and written communication, and follows in the rules in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

Take Training

Test Out Course ID: 1117405

Test-Out Version

To test out of this module:

You must pass a competency exam by 90% or more.
You only get one attempt to pass the competency exam.
You must answer all questions.
If you pass the competency exam, you will earn the certificate for this module without having to complete the training.
If you do not pass the competency exam, you will have to complete the full training module to earn the certificate for this module.
There is no penalty for attempting the test-out exam and not passing.

Test-Out Training

Preview Course ID: 1126618