2Wanda Training Angel Institute

Direct Support & Behavioral Support Training Organization

PROGRAM CATEGORIES

1
DSP essentials
2
Behavior
3
Sensory
4
Communication
Core module

DSP Essentials Training

Foundations of direct support:

  • ability awareness
  • personal care
  • safety practices
  • communication basics
  • documentation
  • ethical support
  • emotional presence
Behavior-informed

Behavior-Informed Support

Understanding behavior without clinical treatment:

  • behavior cycle
  • triggers
  • cues
  • escalation patterns
  • regulation-first approach
  • RSP™ basics
Sensory & environment

Sensory & Environmental Support

Supporting sensory differences with respect:

  • sensory needs
  • overstimulation
  • sensory diets
  • environment design
  • low-demand strategies
Skills in action

Communication & Documentation

DSP communication skills including:

  • active listening
  • daily notes
  • professional communication
  • observation skills

OUR DDD APPROACH

We use:

We use:

  • Ability Awareness
  • RSP™ Method & emotional safety
  • Behavior-informed support
  • Strength-based teaching
  • Sensory-respectful interactions
  • Daily rhythm alignment
  • Dignity-led communication
  • Trauma-conscious care

Our DSPs are trained to understand:

Our DSPs are trained to understand:

  • communication differences
  • sensory needs
  • emotional cues
  • self-regulation patterns
  • behavioral escalation cycles

We support individuals from compassion, not control.