Classroom Courses

Arizona Administrative Code r6-6-901, commonly known as Article 9, is an Arizona law. This law relates to how the Divisions of Developmental Disabilities will proactively and positively support people's positive and adaptive behavior. This course includes a clear definition of techniques that are prohibited from use at any time, techniques that require a division approved behavior plan and/or techniques that require no prior approval. Course taught by a certified Article 9 Instructor. Duration - Approximately 3 Hours  This certificate is valid for 3 years. Course Content for Article 9: Historical Information, Confidentiality, Positive Behavior Supports, Respect, Dignity, and Positive Interactions with Members, Consent, Client Rights, Abuse and Neglect, Proactive Strategies, PRC/HRC Behavior Building Plans, Prohibitions, Emergency Measures, Reporting, Sanctions  

The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program gives teenagers and young adults everything they need to know for safe and successful babysitting. From getting started with a business, to working with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips- you will have a blast! Course Topics Include Babysitting as a business Safety and injury prevention guidelines and best practices Leadership strategies to build confidence when responding to conflict Tips on age-appropriate play How to build rapport and stay engaged with children Basic caregiving skills such as feeding, burping, diapering, and safe sleep practices Basic first aid for common incidents

Course Content for ASHI CPR/AEDGood Samaritan Law, complications of CPR, stroke, heart attack, CPR barriers, choking, AED (Automated External Defibrillator) and CPR for the adult, child and infant.Each student will be required to practice hands-on CPR skills in this course. Duration: Approximately 2 hoursThis certification is valid for 2 years.Audience: Anyone needing a certification that specifically states "CPR/AED” WE CAN COME TO YOU!Call our office if you have alarge group and would like aninstructor to come to your facility. This class does not include First Aid. If you need a First Aid class, please also register for a First Aid class. Thank you  

This in person written exam and skills must be completed only after online modules for DCW Fundamentals, DD, or Aging/PD are completed.

This in person written exam and skills must be completed only after online modules for DCW Fundamentals, DD, or Aging/PD are completed.

This in person written exam and skills must be completed only after online modules for DCW Fundamentals, DD, or Aging/PD are completed.

APT provides professional instruction in caregiving by state-approved instructors who provide up-to-date information, skills testing, and guidance for you to become a Direct Care Worker (DCW), as envisioned by the State of Arizona (azahcccs.gov and azdirectcare.org). All students earning a Direct Care Worker (DCW) certificate will be recognized by any caregiver employer in the state of Arizona.  APT adheres to the Principles of Caregiving (azdirectcare.org) as the core of its Direct Care Worker (DCW) classes. DCW Aging and Physical Disabilities TopicsMajor Organ System Behavioral and Emotional Conditions Personal CareTransfers and PositioningActivity PlanningDementia-specific Care Grief and End of LifeBasic Caregiver Skills 

APT provides professional instruction in caregiving by state-approved instructors who provide up-to-date information, skills testing, and guidance for you to become a Direct Care Worker (DCW), as envisioned by the State of Arizona (azahcccs.gov and azdirectcare.org). All students earning a Direct Care Worker (DCW) certificate will be recognized by any caregiver employer in the state of Arizona.  APT adheres to the Principles of Caregiving (azdirectcare.org) as the core of its Direct Care Worker (DCW) classes.DCW Developmental Disabilities Topics:Introduction to and Role of the Division of Developmental DisabilitiesSupport Planning, Abuse and NeglectIncident ReportingActivities of Daily LivingPositive Behavior Support

APT provides professional instruction in caregiving by state-approved instructors who provide up-to-date information, skills testing, and guidance for you to become a Direct Care Worker (DCW), as envisioned by the State of Arizona (azahcccs.gov and azdirectcare.org). All students earning a Direct Care Worker (DCW) certificate will be recognized by any caregiver employer in the state of Arizona.  APT adheres to the Principles of Caregiving (azdirectcare.org) as the core of its Direct Care Worker (DCW) classes.DCW Fundamentals of Caregiving Topics:Overview • Legal and Ethical Issues • Communication • Cultural Competency • Job Management Skills • Observing, Reporting and Documenting • Infection Control (Air- and Blood-Borne Pathogens / Universal Precautions) • Nutrition and Food Preparation • Fire, Safety, and Emergency Procedures • Home Environment Maintenance