Who should take this course?

Michigan Adult Foster Care (AFC) owners, administrators, shift supervisors, and direct care staff who want CEU credit and a practical, person-centered approach to everyday care delivery.

You will identify the areas of care delivery where person-centeredness is most important, including personal care and ADLs, communication and emotional support, safety practices, health and medication support, meals and hydration, activities, and the overall home environment.

Is this a Michigan-approved CEU?

Yes. This course is offered as part of Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc.’s Michigan Adult Foster Care CEU catalog and supports ongoing training requirements for AFC personnel.

Do I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes. Upon successful completion of the course and final assessment, you can download a certificate of completion for your personnel and licensing compliance records.

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered online through the Thinkific platform. Learners can enroll, complete lessons, and take the assessment at their own pace from any internet-connected device.

INDIANA INSERVICE FOR ADULT FAMILY CARE HOME STAFF - DC – 1010 In What Areas of Care Delivery is Person-Centeredness Most Important?

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Course curriculum

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DC – 1010 In What Areas of Care Delivery is Person-Centeredness Most Important?
- Instructor Outline for Inservice DC -1010
- DC - 1010 Attendance Acknowledgement

Daily Routines & Personal Care

Explore how person-centeredness shapes bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and mobility support so each resident’s preferences and dignity guide every interaction.

Communication & Emotional Support

Learn to listen, respond, and communicate in ways that respect history, culture, and current emotional needs — especially for residents living with cognitive or behavioral challenges.

Safety, Health & the Environment

Review how person-centeredness influences safety practices, medication and health support, meals and hydration, activities, and room or home setup so residents feel safe, heard, and at home.

What You’ll Gain

Michigan Adult Foster Care CEU credit focused on person-centered care delivery.
Clear examples of how person-centeredness changes daily tasks, not just care plans on paper.
Strategies for balancing resident choice, safety, and regulatory expectations.
Ideas to coach fellow team members toward a more respectful, individualized care culture.
A downloadable certificate of completion for personnel, audit, and licensing records.

Start Learning

This course fits perfectly into a broader AFC training plan that emphasizes respect, dignity, and practical person-centered care in real-world group home settings.