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ICF DD-H and ICF DD-N
Requirement For New Provider Sixteen-Hour Orientation Training

Effective October 1, 2011, Health and Safety Code Section 1268.6 requires all new providers to attend a mandatory sixteen-hour orientation program approved by the Department of Developmental Services. The program placket must contain a copy of the certificate demonstrating proof of attendance of the sixteen-hour new provider orientation training. It is the responsibility of the applicant/designee to obtain this mandatory training prior to initial licensure of an intermediate care facility for habilitative or nursing services.

The following contains the names of the entities that currently provide approved training: