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
Jocalyn M
Article 9
Jun 18, 2025
I took the class with Chris Garcia and he guided through the class easily. Throughout the 4 hour class he easily kept my attention.
Jeri G
article 9
Jun 18, 2025
Thank you Chris. I passed and I am new to Arizona and never even heard about article 9.
Laura M
Article 9 course with Chris Garcia
Jun 18, 2025
Chris was very clear and direct on this class. he explained everything in detail and was very helpful with our concerns and questions. The quiz was very easy thanks to all his pointers and well explained course. I really enjoyed the class didnt really feel the 4 hours :)
Htwa H
Article 9
Jun 17, 2025
Great skills
Colleen H
Colleen Harkey
Jun 17, 2025
Great class!
Emma N
Super awesome course thanks to Chris!
Jun 17, 2025
This was my first Article 9 course, and I can say without a doubt that Chris made it worth every second. He is genuinely so passionate about his job and being an advocate for others; It was so refreshing to listen to somebody who cares so much and wants others to share in that passion. He made an effort to answer all of our questions and encouraged us to speak up if we needed clarification. I would recommend this course to anybody- regardless of whether or not you personally know someone who has a disability! Great information, great presenter, great experience.
Jeanette L
Article 9
Jun 17, 2025
I've taken this class many times and this instructor did a wonderful job!!
Thank You,
JL
john g
great course
Jun 17, 2025
great course i need to retake the test
Kaylah H
Chris was engaging and thorough!
Jun 17, 2025
Effective teacher
Celest G
Need help
Jun 17, 2025
Wanna know what ones I missed to get a review on it
Tasha M
Chris was great!
Jun 17, 2025
I had to take this class in order to become a respite provider. This is one of the classes mandated by the state, so I signed up. You receive so much information in four hours! Chris would stop and answer any and all questions we have. It's definitely an easier course to take and he makes everything very simple to understand! I am glad I took this and received the knowledge about how things work, pertaining to the DDD world! Thank you Chris!
Karen B
Great Comprehensive Course
Jun 17, 2025
Chris is a great teacher of everything article 9! He has a huge heart and wonderful insight into the DDD world. Thank you for your lifelong commitment to serving our DDD population. I truly appreciate you.
Evelyn M
article 9
Jun 17, 2025
great instructor
Hannah O
Chris is Awesome!
Jun 17, 2025
Mr Chris kept this class interesting and fun, despite the long run time. He is passionate about his carrier and cares about the vulnerable. He really helped me pass the certification test.
Andrew F
Chris was great!
Jun 17, 2025
I’ve taken quite a few articles 9 classes in my time in this field, but Chris Garcia was by far the best instructor I’ve ever had. He made it very clear from the beginning the reason why what learning is so important and our responsibility to uphold article 9. He also displayed great knowledge from his time in the field, was very realistic in his approach to explaining the application and very quick and thorough in response to question!
Ashley M
Grateful
Jun 17, 2025
Thank you, Chris! You did a phenom job at explaining things.
Linda W
Occupational therapist
Jun 17, 2025
Covered material completely and thoroughly
Nancy M
Article (
Jun 17, 2025
Thanks Chris I learned a lot from your class.
Nery C
Nery carrillos
Jun 14, 2025
Good
Pinky V
Chris was a very thorough trainer!
Jun 13, 2025
Chris was such a comprehensive trainer. Apart from giving the essentials of what to take and learn from the class, he also provides tips and practical guides when taking the test, so that it will be less confusing and easier to navigate the test questions. Because of that, I would say I passed the test in one take because of his golden nuggets of wisdom. Thank you, Chris!