TRAINING RESOURCES

Behavioral Principles and Strategies (BPS)

Course Description

The Behavioral Principles and Strategies (BPS) course is composed of four units: principles of behavior change, crisis prevention - introduction to physical interventions, physical interventions, and crisis intervention – physical interventions. This course meets the DDA requirements and is taught over a two-day period through lecture, demonstration, and hands-on training. All participants attending this course are required to complete a written examination of 80% and demonstrate competency and the ability to complete all the physical techniques. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing.

Course Cost and Instructor:

Length of Course: 12 hours

Cost: Free to Penn-Mar Employees

Certified BPS Instructors: Jenn Armentrout, Rhonda Morano, Brian Paterniti, Christopher Stephens and Kevin Walker.

For more information regarding any training, please contact Christopher Stephens via email: cstephens@penn-mar.org or phone (717) 235-8068 ext. 116