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This course meets the Washington State DSHS requirement for Adult Family Home providers. All of our instructors are either 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.

• Students must have a minimum of 48 hours in-class time to receive the AFH Administrator Training Certificate.

• 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. 

Notes:

• Classes are online due to COVID-19.  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, please email ce@highline.edu to request a textbook.  Usually takes 7-10 business days for the textbook to be mailed out.

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

How to Join Zoom (1:09)

Configuring Audio & Video (1:42)

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.  Through group discussions and case studies, learners will focus on understanding the diverse care needs of individuals with diabetes or at risk for getting it.

***Important Information***

• 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.

Note: This course is generously funded by the AHECWW.

***Important Information***

• 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.

Note: This course is generously funded by the AHECWW.

***Important Information***

• 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.

Note: This course is generously funded by the AHECWW.

Primeros Auxilios de Salud Mental

Es más probable encontrarse con alguien en una crisis emocional o mental que alguien que con un ataque al corazón. Aprenda cómo ayudar a un amigo, familiar, compañero de trabajo o vecino necesitado. El Consejo Nacional de Salud Conductual certifica a personas de todo el país para proporcionar cursos de primeros auxilios de salud mental para preparar a sus comunidades con los conocimientos y habilidades para ayudar a las personas que están desarrollando un problema de salud mental o experimentando una crisis de salud mental. Reconocida en el Registro Nacional de Programas y Prácticas Basadas en Evidencias de SAMHSA, esta capacitación ayuda al público a identificar, comprender y responder mejor a los signos de enfermedades mentales.

Los estudiantes deben completar un curso auto dirigido de 2 horas antes de asistir a esta capacitación.

Los estudiantes recibirán un enlace para esta capacitación de 2 horas después de la inscripción en el curso. Este correo electrónico se enviará a la dirección de correo electrónico que se nos proporcione durante el momento del registro.

Una vez que los estudiantes hayan completado con éxito el curso auto dirigido de 2 horas, los estudiantes recibirán un segundo correo electrónico con un enlace de zoom para permitirles acceder a su aula virtual en la fecha de clase programada.

Libro de texto & Costo:

• Los libros de texto estarán disponibles electrónicamente y se enviarán dentro de uno de los dos correos electrónicos que recibirá del Instructor.
• No hay costo para este curso, ya que la matrícula es generosamente apoyada por AHECWW.

Requisitos del certificado:
Los estudiantes deben completar la sesión previa al trabajo y en vivo para recibir un certificado.

Nota: Este curso es generosamente financiado por el AHECWW.

This course meets the Washington State DSHS requirement for Adult Family Home providers. All of our instructors are either 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.

• Students must have a minimum of 48 hours in-class time to receive the AFH Administrator Training Certificate.

• 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. 

Notes:

• Classes are online due to COVID-19.  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, please email ce@highline.edu to request a textbook.  Usually takes 7-10 business days for the textbook to be mailed out.

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

How to Join Zoom (1:09)

Configuring Audio & Video (1:42)

This course meets the Washington State DSHS requirement for Adult Family Home providers. All of our instructors are either 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.

• Students must have a minimum of 48 hours in-class time to receive the AFH Administrator Training Certificate.

• 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. 

Notes:

• Classes are online due to COVID-19.  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, please email ce@highline.edu to request a textbook.  Usually takes 7-10 business days for the textbook to be mailed out.

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

How to Join Zoom (1:09)

Configuring Audio & Video (1:42)

Tai chi, the best ancient Chinese exercise, has been contributing to myriad health benefits for millions of people for centuries. According to Time magazine and the American Geriatrics Society, it improves immunity and flexibility; it lowers stress, inflammation, blood pressure, even the dangers to fall. We now have an instructor with a national championship and 20+ years of experience right here in your community. Trained hard in Chen Village, the birthplace of tai chi in China, she will utilize the authentic and proprietary techniques acquired there to enlighten you in the world of tai chi. No matter how much, or little, experience you had, you will gain lifelong benefits from this class.

Tai chi, the best ancient Chinese exercise, has been contributing to myriad health benefits for millions of people for centuries. According to Time magazine and the American Geriatrics Society, it improves immunity and flexibility; it lowers stress, inflammation, blood pressure, even the dangers to fall. We now have an instructor with a national championship and 20+ years of experience right here in your community. Trained hard in Chen Village, the birthplace of tai chi in China, she will utilize the authentic and proprietary techniques acquired there to enlighten you in the world of tai chi. No matter how much, or little, experience you had, you will gain lifelong benefits from this class.