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 OMNEAN and AZ DDD Lead Instructor - Phoenix Arizona
Amanda Godek, NREMT
Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician, Instructor - Chandler Arizona
Michael Kiel
Reviews
Adaysha M
Excellent Class and Great Refresher
Dec 18, 2025
The class was very informative and Chris was fantastic as an instructor and really being hands on when others has quesions and a great course to take if you provide support services!
Muna T
Informative Class
Dec 18, 2025
Enjoyed learning new information
Raheem T
Awesome Class
Dec 18, 2025
Enjoyed the Passion of the instructor
Martha S
Article 9
Dec 18, 2025
great teaching strategies to keep class attention.
Tammy W
Article 9 Course
Dec 18, 2025
Chris is an excellent instructor.
Greig S
Article 9 with Chris Garcia
Dec 18, 2025
I really enjoyed taking this class; Chris was teaching with his whole heart making sure we understood the meaning and the depth of taking care of people in need of assistance.
debbie R
Article 9
Dec 18, 2025
I appreciate your effort to keep us engaged with minumum interruptions , clarity and an understanding of the importance of this field.
Thank you
Marlene K
marlene
Dec 18, 2025
Really good class and information. Thank you
Jesse G
Caregiver
Dec 18, 2025
The instructor was very informative for acknowledgeable and the class was fun Thank you very much
Anita M
Anita May
Dec 18, 2025
Enjoyed this class very much. Our instructor was pleasant and very informative as to what we needed to know for the test.
Mariah P
Article 9 Training
Dec 18, 2025
Phenomenal! Thank you so much! You are a truly inspiring soul!
Tiana C
Amazing class!
Dec 18, 2025
He was very passionate in his teaching, and all of the subjects were clearly defined and made easier to understand and remember. Would recommend to others!
GWENDOLYN K
Article 9
Dec 18, 2025
Chris is very passionate about is job and a true advocate for people who have disabilities. He inspires others to speak up and make sure that the needs of our population with disabilities are met.
Farlene Q
article 9; the movement
Dec 18, 2025
this was a well taught class. i gain knowledge to better myself for my employment. the instructor was clear and understanding.
John K
Chris is Awesome!
Dec 18, 2025
The best!
Marcus H
Great Class
Dec 18, 2025
Chris was great, the class was super engaging and informative!
Lynne M
Article 9
Dec 15, 2025
Great class! Bur mostly hats off to Estella Hunt, who is exceptional in every way, in getting me thru the complex system of on line teaching. Learned a lot
Yolanda B
Article 9 test.
Dec 13, 2025
This call was very informative, It was heart felt for me. I have a son with a disability (CP) It very nice to know there are programs like this to help people understand many situations and scenarios a person goes through in life Disability or not. This company cares about those kind of human beings who deserves a good quality of like with compassion , caring and understanding of their thoughts and feelings. Just like anyone else does.
Tairi B
instructor was kinda mean and assumed that I was late to the call after break
Dec 13, 2025
I came back from a first break and my computer stopped working. so I had to use another computer and came back to the course after 10 min. I asked the question on the chat if I missed anything important and see if she can just go over briefly. But she just laughed with a smirk and said, "you missed a lot of buddy" and then just ignored and continued talking about emotional abuse and neglect slide. That was interesting how that coincided with that slide, but she could be a little more respectful and not assume that I was late from break. On the Next break, she wrote down a time, so someone (me I guess) wasn't late to the meeting. Instructor was Heidi Lewis.
Felecia C
Great Instructor
Dec 13, 2025
This was my first experience. Heidi did an excellent job with training us!!!