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 Chandler
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3130 N Arizona Ave.
Suite 102
Chandler, AZ 85225
Suite 102
Chandler, AZ 85225
OMNEAN 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
Maria D
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Mar 28, 2026
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Marcy R
Great Instructor!
Mar 28, 2026
Loved how detailed she was and made the class fun by adding some humor and real life scenarios, stories and relatable topics! If I had to take this course again, I’d want to take it with her!! (:
Michael G
Article 9
Mar 28, 2026
Great course thank you
Cecilia I
Great instructor!
Mar 28, 2026
Heidi was great from the moment I entered the virtual class. She answered questions and engaging by answering some of her questions. She also made it helpful to understand some of the more challenging techniques and guidelines. Thank you, Heidi.
Juel P
LPN
Mar 28, 2026
This course was informative!
Cheryl M
Heidi is a wonderful teacher
Mar 28, 2026
Heidi did a wonderful job bringing the training into real life and what that would look like. She was incredibly personable and funny! I enjoyed this class and the time flew by! Thank you so much Heidi and I can see the love for this in your teaching!
Tyler P
Heidi was AMAZING
Mar 28, 2026
I learned so much from her and she made the class very engaging!
Cyndi J
Heidi Lewis 3/28/26
Mar 28, 2026
Heidi did a great job of providing us not only with information relevant to our test, she also gave us suggestions of supplementary materials (such as books and documentaries) that we might find beneficial in working with individuals with developmental disabilities. She was friendly, patient, and efficient with everyone who participated in today's session. Thanks, Heidi!!
Lindsay S
Review
Mar 28, 2026
The instructor was great. Made sure that the important information was taught. Made it possible for us to pass our test.
Nathalie C
Heidi instructor
Mar 28, 2026
Great instructor very informative and funny i really enjoyed the class!!
VILAYCHIT S
Article 9
Mar 28, 2026
Great presentation. Clear and knowledgeable.
Stacy M
Great course
Mar 27, 2026
Great information to help you grow in success and safety as we tend to the needs of others
Terri G
Terri Garner LPN
Mar 27, 2026
Enjoyed the instructors training.
Kristyn S
Article 9
Mar 26, 2026
The instructor was friendly, informative, and told stories of real examples that helped connect the dots.
Lela D
Article 9
Mar 26, 2026
I really enjoyed Heidi as an instructor. She made the time seem like it went quickly and she made it interesting. I learned a lot even though I have taken this class many times. She was wonderful.
Christian B
C.C
Mar 26, 2026
Heidi was an excellent instructor.
Chaunte E
Article 9 with Chris
Mar 26, 2026
Thank you, I was extremely anxious to take this class, anything with the word test in it, freaks me out!!! You were amazing, as an instructor but also as an advocate, I learned so much, I am so grateful that someone that the information clearly resonates with gave this class. I feel even more empowered to advocate, not just for My Special Needs Child but for many that have no idea there are rights amidst disability. Thank you so very much.
Shannon B
art 9 class
Mar 26, 2026
best live class ive had on this subject since 2004. Chris is a great instructor!
Marta O
DCW
Mar 26, 2026
you can see the passion and wisdom in what you teach.
Everything is very easy to understand.
great job!
Christi T
article 9 online class
Mar 26, 2026
Great instructor and very detailed class.