Training

At Caring Minds Health Services LLC, we are committed to ensuring our staff and caregivers are well-trained, confident, and compliant with state standards and agency policies. We offer state-approved training programs designed to enhance safety, quality of care, and behavioral support for individuals with developmental disabilities.

CPR/First Aid Certification

This course provides hands-on and online instruction in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic First Aid, focused on emergency response for adults, children, and infants.

Includes:

• CPR for all ages
• Use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
• First aid for common injuries and medical emergencies
• Certification valid for 2 years (HSI or American Heart Association recognized)

Article 9 Training

This mandatory course covers Arizona’s behavioral intervention regulations (Article 9), emphasizing the right of individuals with developmental disabilities.

Includes:

• A requirement of the Arizona Administrative Code (including sanctions)
• Specific to the Division of Developmental Disabilities
• Teaching Techniques that would be allowed/prohibited.
• Rights of the people we support

Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Training

PBS training equips caregivers and staff with tools to understand, prevent, and respond to challenging behaviors in a respectful, safe, and person-centered way.

Includes:

• Identifying the function of behavior
• Creating supportive environments
• De-escalation strategies
• Reinforcement and redirection techniques
• Supporting communication and choice-making

Training Options

• In-person group training at our office
• Virtual/online courses with follow-up Q&A
• Blended learning (online modules + in-person skills testing