Certified Direct Care Professional Program Now Available in Spanish

Certified Direct Care Professional Program Now Available in Spanish The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) now offers free online training to become a certified direct care professionals (CDCPs) in Spanish. CDCPs care for older adults and people with disabilities in their homes or community living spaces, helping with bathing, dressing, eating, exercise, and other daily activities. Research published by the National Institutes of Health’s PubMed suggests people who have providers of the same race or demographic background have greater satisfaction, a…

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March 1, 2024

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