The Florida ABA & Medicaid Compliance In-Service Package – 2026 is a six-module educational program developed for RBTs, BCBAs, BCaBAs, and other ABA agency personnel. It provides an overview of selected compliance topics relevant to behavioral health and Medicaid-funded ABA services in Florida, including Medicaid Fraud, Waste & Abuse (FWA), False Claims and Program Integrity; Duty to Report Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation; Incident and Adverse/Critical Incident Reporting; HIPAA, Privacy & Confidentiality; Cultural Competency; and Medicaid Documentation & Billing Integrity. Content emphasizes awareness and practical application within ABA service settings. Disclaimer: This package is provided for educational and professional development purposes and is not represented as a comprehensive compliance program or as satisfying any specific regulatory, payer, credentialing, employment, or contractual training requirement. VIDA Training Center is not representing this program as approved, endorsed, or certified by AHCA, Florida Medicaid, CMS, Molina Healthcare or any other Medicaid managed care plan, the BACB, or any governmental or credentialing entity unless expressly stated. Requirements vary by role, provider, payer, and contract and may change. Participants and organizations are responsible for verifying and following all current laws, regulations, payer requirements, provider manuals, contracts, and organizational policies applicable to their services. This training does not constitute legal advice. Read more

This in-service training provides Home Health Aides with essential knowledge and practical skills for working with persons with disabilities. Participants will learn respectful communication techniques, strategies to promote independence and dignity, safety and infection control practices, and their responsibilities as mandated reporters in Florida. The course emphasizes person-centered care, cultural sensitivity, and real-life scenarios to prepare HHAs to deliver compassionate, professional, and compliant support to clients with disabilities. Esta capacitación en servicio brinda a los Asistentes de Salud en el Hogar (HHA) los conocimientos esenciales y las habilidades prácticas para trabajar con personas con discapacidades. Los participantes aprenderán técnicas de comunicación respetuosa, estrategias para promover la independencia y la dignidad, prácticas de seguridad y control de infecciones, así como sus responsabilidades como reporteros obligatorios en Florida. El curso enfatiza la atención centrada en la persona, la sensibilidad cultural y escenarios de la vida real para preparar a los HHAs a brindar un apoyo compasivo, profesional y conforme a la normativa a los clientes con discapacidades. Disclaimer: This in-service training is intended for educational purposes only and does not replace agency policies, professional judgment, or state/federal regulations. Completion of this course does not grant professional licensure or certification beyond the in-service credit hours required for Home Health Aides in Florida. Participants are responsible for following their employer’s guidelines and all applicable laws when providing care. Descargo de responsabilidad: Esta capacitación en servicio tiene fines exclusivamente educativos y no sustituye las políticas de la agencia, el juicio profesional ni las regulaciones estatales o federales. La finalización de este curso no otorga una licencia profesional ni una certificación más allá de las horas de educación continua requeridas para los Asistentes de Salud en el Hogar en Florida. Los participantes son responsables de cumplir con las normas de su empleador y con todas las leyes aplicables al brindar atención. Read more

PsychoSocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Course Information Description: Psychosocial rehab (PSR) encompasses community-based or clinic-based but community-focused services designed to assist adults in strengthening or regaining skills designed to help them achieve their self-determined rehabilitation goals in living, working, educational or social environments and the development of environmental supports necessary to thrive in the community with the least amount of professional intervention possible. PSR Program includes: • CBHT - Certification and all In-Services • FARS / CFARS • Multicultural Counseling • Mental Health & Substance Abuse 8 hours Curriculum • Marchman Act / Baker Act  • PSR – In Services Package • Online accounts for all State Agencies and Board • Level II – Background Check If you have completed some of the trainings above, please call for a customize quote Contact our Student Advisors at 786.316.7106 for more info This program offers the training requirements for the Florida Certification Board application as a Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) and all Medicaid / AHCA requirements to become a PsychSocial Rehabilitative Program (PSR).       Read more

There have been a few updates in both content focus and training options. The core curriculum remains similar, focusing on essential areas such as clinical competence, client and personal safety, ethics, documentation, and confidentiality. However, there is an increasing emphasis on cultural diversity LearnUpon, de-escalation techniques, and recognizing co-occurring disorders, which are becoming more relevant in the field of behavioral health. One significant trend is the growing importance of trauma-informed care and the ability to handle clients with complex mental health and addiction challenges. Recent training includes more content on recognizing suicidal ideation and addressing aggressive behavior safely, preparing techs for more comprehensive support roles in clinical settings. Cultural diversity in the context of Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) training has gained more prominence in recent years. As the behavioral health field serves increasingly diverse populations, training programs have incorporated more content on cultural competency to ensure that technicians can effectively work with clients from various backgrounds. Read more

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