
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
Senior Instructor at Practical Training Solutions and AZ DDD Lead Instructor - Chandler Arizona

Estela Hunt
Instructor - Tempe

Heidi Lewis
Instructor at Practical Training Solutions and AZ DDD Lead Instructor - Phoenix Arizona

Amanda Godek, NREMT
Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician, Instructor - Chandler Arizona

Michael Kiel
Reviews
Eileen C
Great Class
Mar 26, 2025
Chris was more than patient and very willing to answer all questions. Very informative and helpful!
Madeline L
Article 9
Mar 26, 2025
Great Job!
Justina A
Fantastic Teacher
Mar 26, 2025
Thank you for all you do Chris!
Charles D
Article 9
Mar 26, 2025
As I mentioned on the phone there is an awful lot of information to be absorbed in 4 hours. I would recommend you have a quiz after each section (before taking a break). In other words, four quiz's instead of one at the end of 4 long hours. Less material to try to learn in a short time.
Julie B
RN
Mar 26, 2025
Chris is a wonderful, knowledgeable, empathetic, and inspiring advocate for our community and a wonderful instructor and communicator. We were all so very blessed and thankful for the opportunity to take his class.
Patrick M
Mr Chris Garcia is a great leader
Mar 26, 2025
Mr Chris Garcia is a great leader
Tori V
Article 9
Mar 26, 2025
Chris was amazingly thorough, helpful, and was patient with everyone. Definitely recommend his course!
Kennseey D
good class
Mar 26, 2025
it was a good class
Sadiq A
Great Class
Mar 26, 2025
Very detailed class that offers help when needed.
Mukhtar A
Article 9
Mar 26, 2025
Very beneficial and knowledgeable class, and a amazing instructor,
Gina M
Vital information
Mar 26, 2025
Thanks so much for enlightening me on article 9 living out of state I hadn’t heard of this but now I do !!! Thanks so much !!
Bakar A
Review
Mar 26, 2025
Great teacher.
Anne L
Article 9 training
Mar 26, 2025
Very engaging host, can relate real life experience to enhance the "book learning," and fosters participation in the class/responsive to questions. Thanks!
Kelly C
DDD employee
Mar 26, 2025
Thank you for using "laymen's terms" and being very "real" about our chosen position in this community.
Mercedes T
Great teacher
Mar 26, 2025
Thank you Cris for being so passionate about teaching, helping and advocating for the vulnerable community. We appreciate your service
Isabella T
Great Class
Mar 26, 2025
Chris did a great job teaching the article 9 class. You can see that he practices what he preaches, and he is very passionate about this. I appreciated how thorough he was with the content. Great Class!
Shelethia C
amazing teacher
Mar 26, 2025
exellent thank you chris see you in 3 years
Samantha R
Article 9 2025
Mar 26, 2025
Chris was an awesome instructor! I take have been taking Article 9 classes for years as a nurse in home health and have loved his teaching. Thank you! :-)
Erin T
Aricle 9
Mar 26, 2025
Chris is very thorough (and patient) with the students. He ensures that all questions have been answered. He does an EXCELLENT job of teaching this class! Thank you Chris for a job well done!
Annmarie N
Fantastic Course
Mar 26, 2025
This course is fantastic! It is very eye opening and you learn a lot in it. The organization of the course if great, and paced in a way that is conducive to learning. Chris is a fantastic instructor, who truly cares about what he is teaching. You can feel his passion for the subject through his instruction. He is willing to answer all questions. He goes above and beyond to get you any information you may need and get you to be successful. I highly recommend this course!