Basic Direct Care Professional
Certificate
Gain the basic knowledge and skills needed to provide direct care for the aged or for individuals with physical, mental or developmental disabilities. Complete this program in a combination of day, evening and weekend classes.
Program/Major Codes: CRTDCP/DCP
What can I do with this degree?
Career Options: work for a health care agency that provides services for individuals in a home setting.
Academic Options: take classes toward certificates or degrees in nursing, education or social services
Program Requirements
Required Core Courses
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| DCP 101 | Principles of Care Giving | 2.25 |
| DCP 102 | Aging and Physical Disabilities | 2 |
| DCP 103 | Alzheimer’s/Forms of Dementia | 2 |
| DCP 104 | Developmental Disabilities | 2 |
| TOTAL | 8.25 | |