Welcome to the Employment and Retention program training—designed specifically to equip employment specialists with the knowledge and skills needed to support individuals in obtaining and maintaining competitive, integrated employment. As a Community Rehabilitation Program (CRP) provider, this course will guide you through aspects of the E&R process.
In this course, you will learn about the fundamental principles that define successful E&R employment outcomes, including consumer-centered approaches that honor individual strengths, preferences, and informed choices. You’ll explore the specific roles and responsibilities of CRPs with an emphasis on collaboration, documentation, and compliance with E&R program requirements.
Through detailed modules, interactive assignments, real-world case studies, and quizzes, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of:
- Employment criteria and integrated settings
- Essential documentation and reporting protocols
- Fee schedules, milestone payments, and bonus incentives
- Service delivery best practices
The goal is to empower you to confidently navigate the E&R program, facilitate effective partnerships, and ultimately contribute to the meaningful employment and retention of the individuals you serve. By the end of this course, you will be prepared to implement best practices that help consumers secure competitive jobs that are sustainable and rewarding.
Thank you for doing this important work. Let’s get started on building a stronger foundation for employment success!
Instructions
Organization: This course is divided into lessons and topics. Each topic must be completed in order to move to the next lesson. You can view an outline of the Lessons on each screen.
Lessons: Once you’ve finished the lesson, select “Mark Complete” to measure your completion of the course. To continue to the next topic/lesson please click on the link at the bottom of the page that says “next lesson” or “next topic.”
Think Spot: These are scattered through the course to offer you time to think about how the information applies to your work. You must enter responses and will automatically receive credit for your answer. The instructor will read all responses entered and may respond to you directly.
Quiz: There will be graded quizzes to check your understanding of the topics covered. You may take the final quiz multiple times until 80% is achieved. You are welcome to use the resources provided in the Dropbox.
If you have questions about moving through this online course, please email us at setraining@uky.edu.
