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The very latest articles, events, and developments from NADSP
Logo for 2022 NADSP Policy Event

2024 NADSP Advocacy Symposium: Building A Grassroots Movement

About the Event ​This spring, the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) will embark on its third national advocacy ...
Webinar: Leaving so soon? Examining DSP turnover and tenure using National Core Indicators®-IDD State of the Workforce in 2022 Survey data

Webinar: Leaving so soon? Examining DSP turnover and tenure using National Core Indicators®-IDD State of the Workforce in 2022 Survey data

What is turnover? What is tenure? These terms are used a lot when discussing the DSP workforce. This presentation will ...
Webinar: Changing the Conversation: Let’s Talk Disability and Sex

Webinar: Changing the Conversation: Let’s Talk Disability and Sex

This month’s International Journal for Direct Support Professionals highlights the importance of discussing sexuality when working with youth with disabilities, ...
NADSP Welcomes New Team Member, Nicole Jorwic

NADSP Welcomes New Team Member, Nicole Jorwic

The NADSP team is growing! We are excited to announce our newest team member, Nicole Jorwic. Nicole is our new ...
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Patrick Sgro

NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Patrick Sgro

Congratulations to Patrick Sgro,​ who has been selected as the March 2024 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We ...
We're Hiring: E-Badge Certification Coordinator (FT)

We’re Hiring: E-Badge Certification Coordinator (FT)

The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) is hiring! We are pleased to share the E-Badge Certification Pilot Program ...
Let's Talk: Person-Centered End-of-Life Planning for Direct Support Professionals

Let’s Talk: Person-Centered End-of-Life Planning for Direct Support Professionals

Have you ever thought about what you might need or want when you become aware that your end of life ...
Understanding and Practicing Competencies for Direct Support Professionals

Understanding and Practicing Competencies for Direct Support Professionals

Do you remember the last time you visited a dentist?  When you sat in that dentist’s chair did you ask ...
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Leslie Danley

NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Leslie Danley

Congratulations to Leslie Danley, DSP-I​ who has been selected as the February 2024 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month ...
Virtual Training: Improving Interpersonal Relationships through Cultural Humility

Virtual Training: Improving Interpersonal Relationships through Cultural Humility

Interpersonal relationships can affect organizational engagement, performance, and culture. Given the influential impact they are, many leaders struggle with communicating ...
Let's Talk: Considering the Ethical Significance of Assent and Dissent

Let’s Talk: Considering the Ethical Significance of Assent and Dissent

As a direct support professional (DSP) who works with people with an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD), it may be ...
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Kelsey Wells

NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Kelsey Wells

Congratulations to Kelsey Wells who has been selected as the January 2024 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We ...
E-Badge Academy Frequently Asked Questions

E-Badge Academy Frequently Asked Questions

Curious about the E-Badge Academy?  The questions below are some of NADSP's most frequently asked questions about our certification program ...
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Abby Wright

NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Abby Wright

Congratulations to Abby Wright who has been selected as the December 2023 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We ...
Let's Talk: The Transformative Potential of Expressive Arts Therapy

Let’s Talk: The Transformative Potential of Expressive Arts Therapy

Expressive Arts Therapy (ExAT) is a therapeutic approach and intervention that encourages individuals to express themselves through various art forms ...
Time for Gratitude

Time for Gratitude

The Thanksgiving holiday tends to be a time for reflection, connection, and especially appreciation. It’s no different for all of ...
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Katie Backus

NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Katie Backus

Congratulations to Katie Backus who has been selected as the November 2023 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We ...
Virtual Training: Understanding Informed Decision Making for Direct Support Professionals

Virtual Training: Understanding Informed Decision Making for Direct Support Professionals

In embracing a person-centered approach and supporting self-direction, people receiving support need to be empowered to make their own choices ...
Let's Talk: An Enriched Communication Approach in Sensory Loss

Let’s Talk: An Enriched Communication Approach in Sensory Loss

As a critical profession, direct support professionals (DSPs) play a vital role in ensuring the unique and distinct language, communication ...
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Kelvin Wangari

NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Kelvin Wangari

Congratulations to Kelvin Wangari who has been selected as the October 2023 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We ...