APT Instructors
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Alison Pattison, Ed.D., is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Arizona Provider Training (APT).
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Ana Velez is a native of Tucson, AZ and an Arizona Wildcat through and through. Ana completed her Bachelor’s degree in Speech & Hearing Science with a minor in Spanish; Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology with a minor in Audiology and completed all Ph.D. coursework in School Psychology with a minor in Counseling. Ana began teaching Article 9 for Arizona Provider Training in 2023 and loves it!
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Angelina Munoz is from Phoenix, Arizona. I am a mother of four and Nana to One grandbaby who is Five years old. I been in the childcare field for 13 years teaching Preschool ages 3-5. I have also been a provider for children with disabilities. I teach DCW, CPR/FA, and Preventing Abuse Neglect and Exploitation. In my free time I like to do yoga and spend time with my family.
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Berenisse Molinar was born and raised in Glendale, AZ. She has provided ECH (Habilitation, Early Childhood Autism Specialized), Habilitation, Attendant Care, and Respite since 2015. She became a trainer in 2017, teaching Article 9, CPR/First Aid, and all modules of DCW. She is a bilingual trainer but primarily teaches in Spanish. Berenisse is a trainer at Central, Goodyear, Deer Valley and Chandler. She enjoys helping, interacting and teaching people.
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Brianna Edgerton is a National Board Certified Exceptional Needs Specialist who has over ten years of experience as a special education teacher for students with severe and profound disabilities. She loves to collaborate with families and caregivers as well as write and teach about best practices for supporting individuals who have disabilities.
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Caitlin Sanchez is currently working on her bachelor's of nursing through GCU. She is very excited to graduate in 2023! But is totally ready to hit the hospital running. Previously worked as an EMT and she is ready to get back into the ER after graduating. If you see her in a long sleeve and pants it is probably because she has not updated her wardrobe after moving here from Colorado. But don't be alarmed by the numerous cups of coffee on her desk, regardless of the day, she is probably just recovering from late night's studying. Caitlin is teaching CPR/AED Basic First Aid, DCW and Article 9. She is looking forward to seeing you in class!
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Cintya is a graduate of California State University of Long Beach. She graduated with her B.S., in Family and Consumer Sciences in 2018 and has been working with children and adults with Developmental Disabilities for the past 2 years. Cintya is a certified instructor in the state of Arizona and can teach; Article 9, CPR/First Aid and Direct Care Worker courses and Prevention of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation to any individual(s) who are interested in becoming caregivers for children and adults with Developmental Disabilities. Her Passion is advocating for what’s right, and to help create a world where others do the right thing as well. This is her second year at APT and she hopes for a fulfilling career in higher education. She is looking forward building lifetime relationships with students, families, and staff.
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John Thompson is one of our instructors at APT who has an extensive background in Mental and Behavioral health. He has worked in group home settings with youth, teenagers and young adults as well as in hospital and residential settings. He served as a case manager for the severely mentally ill population and currently a Program Director who oversees DDD group Homes. For the last 7 years he has been learning about DDD services and becoming a certified instructor to teach Article 9, Prevention and Support and First Aid & Cpr. John's experience helps with his teaching in the classroom. He can connect with all students, and He always finds ways to make the class experience fun and entertaining
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Lisa is a proud native Arizonan and graduate of ASU. She has a BA in Special Education and a Masters in Special Education (Applied Behavior Analysis). Lisa has been working with individuals with developmental disabilities for over 20 years. Her experience as a habilitation provider and direct care worker, special education teacher 15 years, and currently as a Director of Programs for a non-profit for adult services, will assist her when teaching Article 9, DCW, CPR/First Aid, and Preventing Abuse and Neglect for APT.
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I enjoy teaching CPR/FA and DCW classes. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy all Sports, and working out.
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Monica Martinek has been a CPR/AED & First Aid Instructor since 2013. She graduated from ASU with a Bachelors in Science in Kinesiology and a Masters in Leadership and Management with a concentration in Sports Management from ESU. Monica has a passion for teaching, so you will have a great time learning in her classes whether this is your first or fiftieth CPR class.
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I moved to Arizona in 2005, I became a caregiver in 2009, and a CPR /FA and DCW instructor in 2011. I was a CNA in Michigan for over 20 years. I enrol teaching and look forward to teaching more classes in the future.
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Stephanie Brown was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ. She has been a trainer for many years. She is also a state lead trainer for Article 9 and Prevention and Support. Stephanie is also a licensed Registered Behavior Technician. Stephanie is a wife of over 20 years, a mom of 6, a Nana of 3 grandbabies, and she loves spending time with them! Stephanie teaches Article 9, Prevention and Support, CPR, First Aid, and Recognizing and Reporting Abuse and Neglect.
Stephanie is also our Director of Instruction.
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Terry moved to North Phoenix in 2020 from NW Minnesota where he managed the Ambulance Service and taught EMS, CPR, FIRST AID as well as worked as an EMT for over 26 years. Terry also was Chairman of the Board for 9 years with Greater NW EMS which supported and taught EMS to local Fire, Ambulance, and Law Enforcement in the surrounding 13 counties. Terry loves to teach from experience. He has 3 daughters and 8 grandchildren that he loves to spend time with. Terry teaches CPR/AED, FIRST AID, Recognizing Abuse and Neglect, and DCW testing for APT.
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What Our Providers Say About Us
The Article 9 training was excellent. The instructor answered all questions, was informative, and made it fun as well. There was a wealth of information that was covered in the three hour course. Location was good and easy to find.
Angela
I have done all my trainings with APT. The classes are fun and I learn so much. So much better than other companies I've used in the past.
Paul Edwards
This was my first class but the instructor was fun and very knowledgeable on the subject. I feel so much more informed how to do my job.
Robin W.
Better application and specific information than I have ever had. The instructor was amazing- and kept people engaged. Best CPR and First Aid class I have ever taken. Thank you, Jason. You are a great instructor!
Ron
The content and presentation was useful, practical, and up-to-date. SUPERIOR training! I learned so much. Congrats on a job well done.
Sue
I attended Article 9 training in Show Low. The trainer was Michelle Hale. She was absolutely awesome! That was THE BEST DDD/DES training I've had in many years! She clearly explained and answered all my questions. Since I provide care for my grandson, I felt that many of the rules did not really apply but the way Michelle explained them, I have changed my mind...not only how they may pertain to my grandson but in helping to understanding other DDD members and providers as well. Thank you so much!
Jean
I was extremely satisfied with the trainer, Annette, and the class as an overall. Very informative.
Susan
The class was great our instructor was wonderful she explained in a way that we all understand and give us great examples. I had a great experience
Fabiola
Amanda did an amazing job at making this training appropriate to providers we support. I have taken many trainings and I am very impressed.
Mary
My training was interactive, informative, and interesting due to the trainer’s approach.
Scott
Recently, my wife and I took Prevention and Support. The instructor was amazing and we really learned a lot. We love taking classes through APT and we are looking forward to taking more!
Kevin
I have taken many CPR classes and Duane is the best CPR instructor I have even had. He made the class interesting with his presentation & stories. He kept me focused on the material & made me feel confident about using life saving skills to help someone. Thank you Duane and APT for such great classes!
Amy
I took an article 9 course on Sunday 9/30 at the central phoenix location. The class and instructor were both great! I have enjoyed getting all my certifications with APT. After moving here from Ohio and having to obtain new and different certifications and also renew older ones, APT made it all such an easy process and really took the stress out of it for me. I will absolutely be a returning customer with any certifications I need in the future! Thanks APT!
Erica
The Article 9 training was excellent. The instructor answered all questions, was informative, and made it fun as well. There was a wealth of information that was covered in the three hour course. Location was good and easy to find.
Angela
Hey there, friends. I took a basic DCW course at the Chandler location last weekend, and just wanted you to know I think the instructor was fantastic. I was there on no sleep due to my partner's caregiving needs, but she kept me engaged with her style and the content of what she was teaching. You could tell she knew very much of which she was speaking about; we were super-impressed! Given that my loved one is a recipient of ALTCS care dollars, that kind of standard for educating state-funded caregiving matters to me. So, thanks from Kini and I both for what you guys do, and please pass that on to our instructor. She rocked.
Margaret Plews
Thanks for the class, Ana! I think you did an excellent job with this class. The history behind Article 9 was really interesting and informative. I like that you emphasized potential test questions and the points to focus on – very helpful! Thanks again.
Collette Wade