Article 9
OMNEAN
Article 9 is the authority when it comes to Direct Support Professional’s (DSP’s) that are funded through Az DES/DDD in Arizona.
$45.00
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Covered in class are teaching techniques that require approval and techniques that are never allowed by a paid professional. The student will not only learn about the rights of people with developmental disabilities but how to assist someone in expressing those rights. The class will also give the student tips on how to positively support someone when teaching a new skill. The student will learn about what a behavior plan is and why they are used. Ultimately, the learner will leave Article 9 class understanding that Article 9 in practice is about assisting another person in not only maintaining dignity but finding more of it.
Classes
Venues
OMNEAN (PTS) Chandler
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3130 N Arizona Ave.
Suite 102
Chandler, AZ 85225
Suite 102
Chandler, AZ 85225
OMNEAN (PTS) Phoenix
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2432 W Peoria Ave
Bldg 4 Suite 1062
Phoenix, AZ 85029
Bldg 4 Suite 1062
Phoenix, AZ 85029
Instructors
Chris Garcia
Director of Training at OMNEAN and AZ DDD Lead Instructor - Chandler Arizona
Estela Hunt
Instructor - Tempe
Heidi Lewis
Instructor at OMNEAN and AZ DDD Lead Instructor - Phoenix Arizona
Amanda Godek, NREMT
Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician, Instructor - Chandler Arizona
Michael Kiel
Reviews
Joy B
Great Class
Mar 8, 2026
Online course followed by an exam. Great class with lots of wonderful information.
Glenda C
Article 9
Mar 7, 2026
Very informative. Good job!
Viola B
Article 9
Mar 7, 2026
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Billy S
Solid course!
Mar 7, 2026
Thank you!
Kierstin S
Heidi Article 9 Class
Mar 7, 2026
I have attended several of this instructor's classes, and she has always made lectures informative, engaging, and has covered any course material that has been presented on tests. She is also an instructor who makes you feel welcome, and I would go as far as to say that she makes you feel like part of her family :)
Leonora S
Article 9 class
Mar 7, 2026
very nice and easy to follow the class. The Instructor is really informative and makes it easy to understand and learn about Article 9.
Amber P
Article 9 class
Mar 7, 2026
The teacher was very kind, patient and did a good job of explaining material.
SUZANNE B
Need to stick to relevant information
Mar 7, 2026
Heidi was great-but there are too many times when things are not directly relating to providers or the wording is extremely confusing for parent and neew providers
Piotr B
direct provider.
Mar 5, 2026
Best course ever !
Phu C
Review of Article 9 Class
Mar 5, 2026
Class was informative and interesting the whole way. I loved the history section.
Tammy P
very educational
Mar 5, 2026
Thank you so much for this training, it was very educational, interesting, appropriate. Very helpful. Ms Heidi made it interesting, application examples were extremely helpful. Time went by very quickly. Very informative. Thank you. Tammy Posey
Rachel G
Article 9 course
Mar 5, 2026
instructor was very kind and accommodating, she had very interesting and helpful anecdotes!
Kyrene L
Passed on spot
Mar 5, 2026
Best instructor I'd say thank you 😁
Heather B
Great Instructor!
Mar 5, 2026
Enjoyed all the info and videos, this class was different than ones with other agencies and I actually learned new information. Ty!
Vicky M
Article 9
Mar 5, 2026
Great Instructor
Jane K
Caregiver
Mar 4, 2026
Well explained, instructor was to the point.
Martha G
Great class
Mar 4, 2026
I cannot recommend this class enough. the things talked about in the class are very important and I feel everyone should take this class. No matter if you are getting paid or not. This helps others identify abuse as well. Very Important information. Chris, thank you for taking the time to be the instructor, to give examples and to continue being a protector. Love the class!
Meghan A
Class
Mar 4, 2026
The person presenting the information genuinely cared about the subject matter at hand.
Merci N
Chris
Mar 4, 2026
Amazing teacher
Brittany M
YOURE AWESOME
Mar 4, 2026
Thank you for being understanding of my situation. You did a great job and I learned a lot! (: