The Research and Training Center on Community Living

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The National Frontline Supervisor Competencies (NFSC) - The National Frontline Supervisor Competencies (NFSC) are an evidence-based set of knowledge, skills, and abilities that reflect best practice in the supervision of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) who work with individuals with disabilities in residential, work, and community settings. (2013)

•	Frontline Supervisor Assessment (PDF) (2013); File Size: 85 KB

•	Frontline Supervisor Structured Interview Questions (PDF) (2013); File Size: 229 KB

•	The National Frontline Supervisor Competencies (NFSC) (PDF) (2013); File Size: 287 KB

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National Residential Information Systems Project (RISP) - For over 20 years, the National Residential Information Systems Project has been collecting and disseminating annually, national and state statistics on public and private residential services, Medicaid program utilization, expenditures, etc.

•	Status and Trends through 2010 Report (PDF) (2012); File Size: 2.64 MB

•	View older RISP Reports

•	Quality Mall - Quality Mall is a web site that gathers and disseminates information related to or useful in promoting the quality of life for persons with developmental disabilities. It especially focuses on promising person-centered practices and innovations.

College of Direct Support - The College of Direct Support (CDS) is a computer-assisted, competency-based, interactive multimedia training curriculum for direct support professionals in community settings.

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