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ALL NEW! Dual Diagnosis 3-Part Webinar Series

DSPN Members: You asked, and we listened!

DSPN has partnered with IntellectAbility to offer your team an opportunity to gain micro-credentialing as an

IntellectAbility Recognized Dual Diagnosis Supporter and build your dual diagnosis, person-centered toolbox!

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Join us for all three webinars, as Dr. Craig Escudé

from IntellectAbility presents on:

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July 15, 2025 - Foundations of Dual Diagnosis

Join us for an essential introduction to Dual Diagnosis—the intersection of intellectual and

developmental disabilities and mental health conditions. This session will explore the

definition and scope of dual diagnosis, the impact of diagnostic overshadowing, and the

critical connections between medical and mental health. You'll also get an overview of

common mental health conditions and how they present in people with IDD.

Training Session One: 12pm-1pm CT

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August 13, 2025 - Recognizing Trauma and Providing Trauma-informed Support

Discover how trauma impacts people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and

mental health conditions. Learn the foundations of trauma-informed support, the

importance of trauma screening, and the core principles of trauma-informed therapy. This

session will provide practical tools to recognize trauma responses and create supportive,

healing environments.

Training Session Two: 12pm-1pm CT

September 5, 2025 - Improving Health Equity for Those with Dual Diagnosis

Enhance your understanding of the challenges faced by people with dual diagnosis in

accessing equitable healthcare. This session will cover barriers to quality care, the role of

social determinants of health, and strategies for supporting effective healthcare visits. Equip

yourself to advocate for better outcomes.

Training Session Three: 12pm-1pm CT

Training fee: $109 per person for ALL THREE sessions - attendees MUST participate in all three to earn micro credentials.

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Training audience: This training series is relevant to a wide range of disabilities services professionals. It will be especially helpful for team leads, supervisors, and upcoming leaders that wish to expand their knowledge in the profession. 

IMPORTANT!

To receive micro-credentialing as IntellectAbility Recognized Dual Diagnosis Supporters, all attendees must be present for 85% of each of the three webinars. GoToWebinar completes the calculation, so you must ensure you can access GoToWebinar before the presentation to

receive accurate credit.

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Training fee: $109 per person for ALL THREE sessions 

Certificates will be presented in person at the 2025 DSPN Annual Conference, October 1-2 in Appleton, WI. 

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This educational opportunity has been made affordable via DSPN Annual Sponsor - Tricor Insurance