Overview
The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Core Skills Certificate prepares graduates for entry-level employment in foster care agencies, group homes, supported employment centers, child/adult day services, and agencies that provide respite/attendant care services that may be supported by Ohio Home Care Waiver Medicaid coverage.
Students who successfully complete the certificate are prepared to address the challenges and opportunities of working with individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The certificate also can provide specialized skills for those who already have earned a related associate’s or bachelor’s degree or a related certification.
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Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Certificate (IDDC)Healthcare Foundations Certificate (HFC)Early Childhood Education (ECE)Health Sciences Technology (HSCT)Human and Social Services (HSS)Contacts
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Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Gain entry-level employment in foster care agencies, group homes, supported employment centers, child/adult day services, and agencies that provide waiver-supported respite/attendant care services
- Expand specialized skills applicable to a variety of professions
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- Varied, depending on employer
Graduate Employment Outlook
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that job opportunities in community and social service occupations, including jobs focused on assisting those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), will grow by 14 percent or more through 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations. In Greater Cincinnati, health and social services agencies report urgent need for skilled workers to support the IDD population and their families.
$39,860 median annual salary
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
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Curriculum
Effective 2024-2025 academic year
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Core Skills Certificate (IDDCSC)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDD 105 | Introduction to Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| IDD 110 | Community Services for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| IDD 115 | Legal Rights and Intervention Strategies for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| IDD 190 | Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Practicum | 1 | 7 | 2 |
| Total Credits: | 10 | 7 | 11 | |