Mandt Training for Maryland DSP Teams, Agencies, and Families
Small blended Mandt classes for Maryland DDA providers, DSP teams, adult day programs, community living agencies, and family-directed support teams. Join a public class or ask us to come onsite or to your home for a private group.
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Is Mandt Training Right for You?
Who attends
Mandt System training is designed for people supporting individuals who may exhibit challenging or crisis behaviors. Common attendees include:
- Direct support professionals and Maryland DDA provider staff
- Adult day program, community living, and residential team members
- Family-directed or self-directed support teams
- Behavioral health staff, special education staff, and human services workers
What you’ll walk away with
After completing the training, participants will:
- Understand the relational foundation behind the Mandt System
- Practice de-escalation techniques grounded in respect and dignity
- Meet certification requirements for their organization
- Receive a certificate valid for one year
How the Training Works
Blended Format (Recommended)
Our blended class lets your staff complete foundational coursework online, then attend a single in-person day for hands-on skills training.
- Day 1 — E-Learning (Self-Paced): Chapters 1 & 2 cover relational foundations and de-escalation skills. Students complete this online before attending the in-person session.
- Day 2 — In-Person: Chapters 3 & 4 cover technical self-protection and holding skills. Hands-on practice, scenario-based training, and certification assessment.
This format is approved by The Mandt System and meets all Maryland DDA compliance requirements.
Standard In-Person Format
Prefer a traditional classroom experience? We also offer the full two-day, in-person certification training.
- Day 1: Relational and communication foundations (Chapters 1 & 2)
- Day 2: Applied skills and scenario-based practice (Chapters 3 & 4)
Both days are instructor-led at a scheduled location.
Location & Scheduling
Check the Arlo catalog for public class dates, or contact us to request a private blended class. Private classes can be scheduled for small teams, including groups as small as four, and may be held onsite at your agency or in a family home when that makes training easier.
Invoicing & Reimbursement
Invoicing is available for organizations enrolling multiple staff. If you are coordinating training for a DDA provider, agency team, or family-directed support group, contact us before registering so we can help with scheduling, invoicing, and group logistics.
Why Compassionate Learning Institute
We deliver Mandt System training with a focus on practical application and genuine respect for the people you serve. CLI’s instructor team, including Rachel Souza, brings real-world experience in behavioral health and direct support settings — so every concept connects to the work you actually do.
Small class sizes. Clear instruction. A certificate that meets your organization’s requirements.
Blended
Complete theory online at your own pace. Attend one in-person day for hands-on certification.
1-Year
Certificate valid for one year. Meets annual recertification requirements for most organizations.
Mandt™
Certified Mandt System training provider. Certified instructors with real-world direct care experience.
Ready to Register?
Browse public classes in Arlo, or contact us if your team needs a private onsite or in-home blended Mandt class.