Dutchess Community College In New York Launches I/DD Direct Support Professional Microcredential Program

Dutchess Community College (DCC) is launching a grant-funded, three-tiered “microcredential” program to credential direct support professionals caring for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). The program is intended to advance statewide efforts to retain and grow New York’s direct support workforce for people with I/DD. The first cohort will start classes on August 28, 2023.

The credential program aligns with national certification standards set forth by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP). In addition to earning one or more national certifications, students receive college credit that can be applied toward a certificate and . . .