Unlocking Dual Diagnoses

A Course on Treating Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder and Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders.

Get a fee schedule increase!

CO Providers: Complete this course to receive 20 points toward a base fee schedule increase with Rocky Mountain Health Plans!

This is about equipping yourself to meet the moment with skill and confidence.

Do any of these feel familiar?

You see an underserved population and you want to be part of the solution.
You weren’t trained to handle clients with both IDD and MH conditions, and it’s left you feeling unprepared or unsure.
You’ve hesitated to take on clients with intellectual disabilities and complex mental health needs even though you care deeply.

We’ve heard this from so many capable, caring clinicians just like you.

One of our recent graduates had this to say:

"I feel much better equipped and capable of working with ID. I am trained as a mindfulness and trauma therapist and I found this course extremely valuable."

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**Soon, “I'm unsure how to help” could turn into “I’ve got this.”**

You'll know exactly how to assess and treat co-occurring challenges without hesitation.

You'll have real tools, not just theories, to guide your treatment plans.

You'll have language to explain these challenges clearly to families and teams.

Most providers were never trained to treat clients with both intellectual disabilities and mental health conditions. That doesn’t have to be you.

You don’t have to keep hesitating. With the right training, you can feel capable, prepared, and proud of the care you give, no guesswork, just confidence and impact.

INTRODUCING

Unlocking Dual Diagnoses

A Course on Intellectual Disabilities, ASD, and Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders

Unlocking Dual Diagnoses is the fastest way to gain confidence in treating clients with IDD and/or ASD and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Use evidence-informed strategies, so you know what works and why.
Assess and treat complex cases with clarity, so you feel prepared not paralyzed.
Identify and navigate dual diagnoses, so you can treat the whole person with confidence.

This program is a perfect fit for providers who feel unsure or unprepared to treat clients with both IDD and/or ASD and mental health needs.

Real providers. Real results.

“The course was wonderful and very informative! Thank you so much, I definitely feel more well informed and well prepared.”

- Nov 2024 Cohort Student

“I’m grateful for the opportunity to have participated in the Intellectual Disabilities and Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders course. It was both informative and meaningful, and I truly appreciate all the effort your team puts into this important work.”

- Jan 2025 Cohort Student

“I found the presentations incredibly helpful, and I appreciate all your time and effort! I do feel more comfortable working with my IDD patients now, after taking this course.”

- Jun 2024 Cohort Student

What's Included...

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MODULE 1

Introduction the Course

Get a clear overview of the course structure, goals, and how to navigate each module for the best learning experience.

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MODULE 2

Introduction and Assessment of IDD and ASD

Explore how to begin assessment with clients who may have IDD and/or ASD and co-occurring conditions. You’ll review case studies, foundational concepts, and key tools to help you approach complex diagnoses with greater clarity and care.

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MODULE 3

IDD and/or ASD and ADHD

Understand how ADHD presents in individuals with intellectual disabilities and persons with ASD and how to assess and support them effectively. You’ll explore tools, strategies, and real-life interventions that help families, schools, and providers work together to reduce challenging behaviors and promote lasting change.

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MODULE 4

IDD and/or ASD and Anxiety

Learn how anxiety presents in individuals with IDD and/or ASD, how it’s often misread or missed, and what’s needed for accurate diagnosis and support. Real-world case studies help illustrate the importance of individualized, trauma-informed care.

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MODULE 5

IDD and/or ASD and Depression

Explore how depression presents in individuals with IDD and/or ASD especially when they can’t express it verbally. You’ll learn how to recognize behavioral indicators, support emotional well-being, and apply safety planning strategies for those at risk.

MODULE 6

IDD and/or ASD and Trauma

Gain insight into how trauma impacts individuals with IDD and/or ASD. You’ll learn how to recognize overlapping symptoms, apply trauma-informed strategies, and approach care with both clinical precision and deep compassion.

Colorado Providers: This Course Can Boost Your Pay Rate!

If you’re a provider working with Rocky Mountain Health Plans through Health First Colorado, completing this course does more than build your skills it directly supports your bottom line.

Gain 20 points toward your incentive score with a 40-hour IDD-specific training.

Meet the requirements for prioritized provider specialties in Colorado.
Expand your clinical expertise.

Those points contribute to your overall provider score, which determines your percentage increase on the base fee schedule.

Enrollment is open and we would love to have you! Register today to secure your spot!

Access begins August 11th. That's in:

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