Career Pathways

Every Acuity program leads to a credential, a job, and a next step. Stackable certifications mean you can keep advancing — from CDSP into CNA, from CNA into LPN, from one career into the next.

academic

87%

placement within 90 days

12 wk

average time to credential

3

core pathways — CDSP, CNA, HSS

Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional (CDSP)

Three-level CDSP track for caregivers serving Arkansans with disabilities under the CES Waiver. Built on Arkansas DDS requirements.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

State-aligned CNA program with skills labs, clinical hours, and state exam prep — built around Arkansas Office of Long Term Care requirements.

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Home Health Specialist

Home Health Specialist

Practical home care training including medication safety, EVV documentation, and individualized care planning.

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Continuing Education

CE hours, refreshers, and stackable certificates to keep your career and credentials current.

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AR-CDSP-1
AR-CDSP I — Foundation

Arkansas Certified Direct Support Professional · Foundation Level

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AR-CDSP-2
AR-CDSP II — Proficiency

Arkansas Certified Direct Support Professional · Proficiency Level

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AR-CDSP-3
AR-CDSP III — Specialist

Arkansas Certified Direct Support Professional · Specialist Level

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AR-CNHS
AR-CNHS — CNA + Home Support Specialist

Arkansas CNA + Home Support Specialist Combined Pathway

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AR-DSP-101
Healthcare Documentation & Charting Essentials

Accurate, timely, defensible documentation for direct care staff

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AR-DSP-102
Person-Centered Care Planning

Reading, implementing, and individualizing the care plan

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AR-DSP-103
Trauma-Informed Care Fundamentals

Safe, respectful care for individuals with trauma histories

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AR-DSP-104
Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) & Compliance

Federal and state EVV requirements for home and community services

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AR-DSP-105
Foundations of Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Clinical and functional overview of IDD for healthcare workers

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AR-DSP-106
Positive Behavior Support Fundamentals

Evidence-based strategies for behavioral health and support

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AR-DSP-201
Therapeutic Communication in Healthcare

Patient, family, and interdisciplinary team communication skills

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AR-DSP-202
Health Promotion & Disease Prevention

Recognizing and preventing the leading causes of preventable harm

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AR-DSP-203
Medication Administration Awareness

The Six Rights of medication safety for unlicensed direct care staff

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AR-DSP-204
Cultural Competency in Healthcare

Inclusive, culturally responsive care across diverse populations

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AR-DSP-205
Caregiver Self-Care & Burnout Prevention

Stress management and resilience for healthcare professionals

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AR-DSP-206
Healthcare Ethics & Professional Boundaries

Ethical practice and professional conduct in direct care

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AR-DSP-207
Workplace Safety & Emergency Response

OSHA-aligned safety, incident response, and reporting standards

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AR-DSP-208
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation Prevention

Mandated reporter training and protective service protocols

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AR-DSP-209
Community Integration & Social Health

Promoting social wellness and community participation

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AR-DSP-301
Supported Employment & Vocational Services

Job coaching and employment support in community-based care

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AR-DSP-302
Autism Spectrum Disorder — Clinical Foundations

Person-centered support for individuals on the autism spectrum

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AR-DSP-303
Healthcare Frontline Leadership

Supervisory skills and leadership pathway for senior direct care staff

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