Rsalazar Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 Hey guys. So I had a question about DPC hours. So I currently work as a DSP which is a Direct Support Professional and caregiver. My job consist of changing, bathing, assisting with day to day living, and administrating medications. I have experience giving PRNs. Organizing monthly medications, caring for wounds and injuries like pressure ulcers following the instructions of physicians and registered nurses. CPR and first aid certified and practice it. I take blood pressure, temperature, chart anything I see, and their bowels. I love my job but I'm afraid it's not counting for my DPC hours. So my question is that will grad programs accept it or should I go ahead and get my CNA and apply elsewhere. Thanks in advanced Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thinkertdm Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 I’m way out in left field here, but calling a few programs to ask? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsalazar Posted September 1, 2019 Author Share Posted September 1, 2019 Yeah I plan to. But I wanted to ask here first since most people here have already gone through the application process. Plus I've been doing this for about 3 years. So I have at least 6000 hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MT2PA Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 This seems to be similar to home health aide, which I don't think is often counted. But as above, all we can do is speculate (especially in the professional forum where folks are years, if not decades, removed from applying to school). Your definitive answers will come from the programs directly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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