Allied Health: All Classes   

Beginning Jan 1st, 2024, the AFH Orientation course will no longer be offered and the certificate is not required when submitting an AFH application to DSHS.  

This one-day class provides an overview of the AFH program and expectations of the AFH licensee in providing care and services to the residents in a licensed home setting as well as a brief overview of the process prospective providers will follow in obtaining an AFH license. This class is one of the requirements (see Washington Administrative Code [WAC]388-76-10060) applicants need to meet before turning in the application for licensure. Students will receive a certificate after completing the class; this certificate is valid for one calendar year from the date of attendance.

This class is online through Zoom.  Students will be required to:

1. Provide a valid email address when registering.  The Zoom link will be sent the Thursday before class is to begin. You will not be able to access the class until the day of the class (between 8:30 am-8:45 am).
2. Have your video on the entire duration of the class (9A-4P) please make sure you are in a spot where we can visibly see you.  It is "highly recommended" that students use a computer/laptop as technical issues often occur with phones/tablets.
3. Check-in at 8:15 AM with picture ID.
4. Join the Zoom meeting with your first and last name.

For more information regarding all training requirements, please visit the Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS) website.

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

Beginning Jan 1st, 2024, the AFH Orientation course will no longer be offered and the certificate is not required when submitting an AFH application to DSHS.  

This one-day class provides an overview of the AFH program and expectations of the AFH licensee in providing care and services to the residents in a licensed home setting as well as a brief overview of the process prospective providers will follow in obtaining an AFH license. This class is one of the requirements (see Washington Administrative Code [WAC]388-76-10060) applicants need to meet before turning in the application for licensure. Students will receive a certificate after completing the class; this certificate is valid for one calendar year from the date of attendance.

This class is online through Zoom.  Students will be required to:

1. Provide a valid email address when registering.  The Zoom link will be sent the Thursday before class is to begin. You will not be able to access the class until the day of the class (between 8:30 am-8:45 am).
2. Have your video on the entire duration of the class (9A-4P) please make sure you are in a spot where we can visibly see you.  It is "highly recommended" that students use a computer/laptop as technical issues often occur with phones/tablets.
3. Check-in at 8:15 AM with picture ID.
4. Join the Zoom meeting with your first and last name.

For more information regarding all training requirements, please visit the Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS) website.

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

This course meets the Washington State DSHS requirement for Adult Family Home providers. Most of our instructors are current/past board members of the Adult Family Home Council of Washington State. The class is strongly suggested for Resident Managers but is not required. For more information regarding all training requirements, please visit the DSHS website.

Requirements:

• Students must register using their legal first/last name to receive a DSHS Certificate of Completion after successfully completing the course.

• Students must provide a valid photo ID card on the first day of class.

• DSHS requires 54 hours of training to receive the AFH Administrator Training Certificate.  Students must attend all class sessions.

AFH Admin Online Classes 

• A Desktop or Laptop is required for online learning.  Cellphones & Tablets are not allowed as students will be unable to complete required assignments and access Canvas properly. 
• They are held using Zoom & Canvas. Canvas is Highline College's student learning platform.  Students will be required before the 1st day of class to set up their Highline Canvas account.  Directions to set up your Canvas account will be emailed 5-7 days before class begins. The activation letter will be sent to the email address you included in your registration.
• Instructor Dorothy Schlimme uses Canvas only (no Zoom).  Instructors Paul Galasso and Mary Tu'ifua use both Zoom and Canvas. 
• Textbook: A pdf copy of the textbook will be emailed to all students.  If you would like a hard copy of the textbook, you can pick it up at the Highline College Continuing Education office located at Campus View 2920 College Way, Des Moines, WA, 98198. 

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

This course meets the Washington State DSHS requirement for Adult Family Home providers. Most of our instructors are current/past board members of the Adult Family Home Council of Washington State. The class is strongly suggested for Resident Managers but is not required. For more information regarding all training requirements, please visit the DSHS website.

Requirements:

• Students must register using their legal first/last name to receive a DSHS Certificate of Completion after successfully completing the course.

• Students must provide a valid photo ID card on the first day of class.

• DSHS requires 54 hours of training to receive the AFH Administrator Training Certificate.  Students must attend all class sessions.

AFH Admin Online Classes 

• A Desktop or Laptop is required for online learning.  Cellphones & Tablets are not allowed as students will be unable to complete required assignments and access Canvas properly. 
• They are held using Zoom & Canvas. Canvas is Highline College's student learning platform.  Students will be required before the 1st day of class to set up their Highline Canvas account.  Directions to set up your Canvas account will be emailed 5-7 days before class begins. The activation letter will be sent to the email address you included in your registration.
• Instructor Dorothy Schlimme uses Canvas only (no Zoom).  Instructors Paul Galasso and Mary Tu'ifua use both Zoom and Canvas. 
• Textbook: A pdf copy of the textbook will be emailed to all students.  If you would like a hard copy of the textbook, you can pick it up at the Highline College Continuing Education office located at Campus View 2920 College Way, Des Moines, WA, 98198. 

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

This course meets the Washington State DSHS requirement for Adult Family Home providers. Most of our instructors are current/past board members of the Adult Family Home Council of Washington State. The class is strongly suggested for Resident Managers but is not required. For more information regarding all training requirements, please visit the DSHS website.

Requirements:

• Students must register using their legal first/last name to receive a DSHS Certificate of Completion after successfully completing the course.

• Students must provide a valid photo ID card on the first day of class.

• DSHS requires 54 hours of training to receive the AFH Administrator Training Certificate.  Students must attend all class sessions.

AFH Admin Online Classes 

• A Desktop or Laptop is required for online learning.  Cellphones & Tablets are not allowed as students will be unable to complete required assignments and access Canvas properly. 
• They are held using Zoom & Canvas. Canvas is Highline College's student learning platform.  Students will be required before the 1st day of class to set up their Highline Canvas account.  Directions to set up your Canvas account will be emailed 5-7 days before class begins. The activation letter will be sent to the email address you included in your registration.
• Instructor Dorothy Schlimme uses Canvas only (no Zoom).  Instructors Paul Galasso and Mary Tu'ifua use both Zoom and Canvas. 
• Textbook: A pdf copy of the textbook will be emailed to all students.  If you would like a hard copy of the textbook, you can pick it up at the Highline College Continuing Education office located at Campus View 2920 College Way, Des Moines, WA, 98198. 

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

This course meets the Washington State DSHS requirement for Adult Family Home providers. Most of our instructors are current/past board members of the Adult Family Home Council of Washington State. The class is strongly suggested for Resident Managers but is not required. For more information regarding all training requirements, please visit the DSHS website.

Requirements:

• Students must register using their legal first/last name to receive a DSHS Certificate of Completion after successfully completing the course.

• Students must provide a valid photo ID card on the first day of class.

• DSHS requires 54 hours of training to receive the AFH Administrator Training Certificate.  Students must attend all class sessions.

AFH Admin Online Classes 

• A Desktop or Laptop is required for online learning.  Cellphones & Tablets are not allowed as students will be unable to complete required assignments and access Canvas properly. 
• They are held using Zoom & Canvas. Canvas is Highline College's student learning platform.  Students will be required before the 1st day of class to set up their Highline Canvas account.  Directions to set up your Canvas account will be emailed 5-7 days before class begins. The activation letter will be sent to the email address you included in your registration.
• Instructor Dorothy Schlimme uses Canvas only (no Zoom).  Instructors Paul Galasso and Mary Tu'ifua use both Zoom and Canvas. 
• Textbook: A pdf copy of the textbook will be emailed to all students.  If you would like a hard copy of the textbook, you can pick it up at the Highline College Continuing Education office located at Campus View 2920 College Way, Des Moines, WA, 98198. 

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

Workshops will cover available loan programs, including various down payment assistance programs. Learn how credit works, how to interpret your credit report and the many factors that influence your fico scores. We’ll dive into writing a business plan and how to complete an income statement, cash flow, and balance sheet.

***This course is "not" a required class by DSHS.***

***Important Information***

• This class is completely online. Students must complete a 2-hour self-paced course prior to attending this training. Students who do not complete the pre-work course, cannot attend the second part of the training.

• Students will receive a link to the 2-hour training course from the instructor at least 2-weeks prior to the course.  This email will be sent to the email address provided during the time of registration. 

• Once students have successfully completed the 2-hour self-paced training course, they will receive a second email with a Zoom link to allow them access to their virtual classroom on the scheduled class date.

• Both audio and video will be needed for participation in the second portion of any virtual course. Participation is expected.

Course Description

You are more likely to encounter someone in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack.  Learn how to help a friend, family member, coworker, or neighbor in need. The National Council for Behavioral Health certifies individuals throughout the nation to provide Mental Health First Aid courses to prepare their communities with the knowledge and skills to help individuals who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.  Identified on SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices, the training helps the public better identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses. 

Textbook & Cost

• Textbooks will be available electronically and will be sent within one of the two emails that you will receive from the Instructor.

• There is no cost to this course as tuition is generously supported by AHECWW.

Certificate Requirements:

Students must complete both pre-work and the live session to receive a certificate.

***Important Information***

• This class is completely online. Students must complete a 2-hour self-paced course prior to attending this training. Students who do not complete the pre-work course, cannot attend the second part of the training.

• Students will receive a link to the 2-hour training course from the instructor at least 2-weeks prior to the course.  This email will be sent to the email address provided during the time of registration. 

• Once students have successfully completed the 2-hour self-paced training course, they will receive a second email with a Zoom link to allow them access to their virtual classroom on the scheduled class date.

• Both audio and video will be needed for participation in the second portion of any virtual course. Participation is expected.

Course Description

You are more likely to encounter someone in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack.  Learn how to help a friend, family member, coworker, or neighbor in need. The National Council for Behavioral Health certifies individuals throughout the nation to provide Mental Health First Aid courses to prepare their communities with the knowledge and skills to help individuals who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.  Identified on SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices, the training helps the public better identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses. 

Textbook & Cost

• Textbooks will be available electronically and will be sent within one of the two emails that you will receive from the Instructor.

• There is no cost to this course as tuition is generously supported by AHECWW.

Certificate Requirements:

Students must complete both pre-work and the live session to receive a certificate.

***Important Information***

• This class is completely online. Students must complete a 2-hour self-paced course prior to attending this training. Students who do not complete the pre-work course, cannot attend the second part of the training.

• Students will receive a link to the 2-hour training course from the instructor at least 2-weeks prior to the course.  This email will be sent to the email address provided during the time of registration. 

• Once students have successfully completed the 2-hour self-paced training course, they will receive a second email with a Zoom link to allow them access to their virtual classroom on the scheduled class date.

• Both audio and video will be needed for participation in the second portion of any virtual course. Participation is expected.

Course Description

You are more likely to encounter someone in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack.  Learn how to help a friend, family member, coworker, or neighbor in need. The National Council for Behavioral Health certifies individuals throughout the nation to provide Mental Health First Aid courses to prepare their communities with the knowledge and skills to help individuals who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.  Identified on SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices, the training helps the public better identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses. 

Textbook & Cost

• Textbooks will be available electronically and will be sent within one of the two emails that you will receive from the Instructor.

• There is no cost to this course as tuition is generously supported by AHECWW.

Certificate Requirements:

Students must complete both pre-work and the live session to receive a certificate.

Approved by DSHS, the issue of diabetes is a major health concern in the United States. Diabetes adds significantly to the difficulty of caregiving in long-term care settings, with complications related to insulin management, nutrition, exercise, and skincare among other issues. You will receive a certificate upon successful completion with an 80% or better. Can be applied toward DSHS CE hours within the same calendar year.

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. 

***This class is completely online***

Textbook & Cost

• Textbooks will be available electronically and will be sent within one of the two emails that you will receive from the Instructor.

• There is no cost to this course as tuition is generously supported by AHECWW.

Certificate Requirements:

Students must complete both pre-work and the live session to receive a certificate.