Family members make the best advocates. We applaud your ambition to learn and support the community.  Potential support brokers must attend a series of four basic classes provided by the OPWDD regional offices. These classes are Self-Advocacy/Self-Determination; Person-Centered Planning; Broker Training Institute; and Self-Direction Budget/Template. Many brokers take extensive trainings beyond the basic in order to fully understand the processes and to best support the Self-Direction community. Many new Brokers seek out a mentor to help get them started. OPWDD has a mentorship program.
For more information connect with your regional DDRO for information about Broker Training, and the Statewide Learning Managment System. Good luck!