EST. 2021 · ARDEN, NC · USA
Technology First Enabling Independence ETIS · ETN · ETL Certifications Person-Centered Planning 96% Learner Satisfaction NASP Accredited Arden, North Carolina Technology First Enabling Independence ETIS · ETN · ETL Certifications Person-Centered Planning 96% Learner Satisfaction NASP Accredited Arden, North Carolina
TECHNOLOGY
FIRST SHIFT
2021–2026
Education & Accreditation Platform

Empowering Lives
Through Technology
& Inclusion

SHIFT credentials and certifies professionals who place technology at the center of disability support — turning "last resort" into first option.

96
Learner knowledge enhancement rate
3
States with active operations
2021
Year founded in North Carolina
Technology First Direct Support Professionals State Agencies Provider Organizations Government Entities
01 — Mission
01 /

What Drives Us

I
🎯

Person-Centered Thinking

Creating new systems of support through technology integration — always starting from the individual's goals, choices, and community connections.

II

Enabling Independence

Products, services, and devices that promote autonomy and self-determination — empowering people to pursue their life goals on their own terms.

III
🏛️

Systemic Change

Partnering with state agencies, provider organizations, and government entities to build lasting Technology First cultures at every level.

02 — Programs
02 /

SHIFT Certifications

Program Description Duration Investment
ETIS
Enabling Technology Integration Specialist

For specialists who assess, identify, and implement appropriate technology solutions within provider organizations and state agencies. Serves as mentor to other staff.

~30 hours
Virtual · Self-paced
90-day window
$999
per learner · non-refundable
ETN
Enabling Technology Navigator

Designed for case managers and service coordinators who develop and write person-centered plans that meaningfully integrate technology into daily support.

~30 hours
Virtual · Self-paced
90-day window
$999
per learner · non-refundable
ETL
Enabling Technology Leadership

For organizational leaders driving the Technology First culture shift from the top — primary point of contact for SHIFT's organizational accreditation process.

~30 hours
Virtual · Self-paced
90-day window
$999
per learner · non-refundable
96%
Knowledge Enhancement Rate
3+
States with Active Presence
20+
Years of Team Experience
2021
Founded in North Carolina
03 — Approach
03 /

The SHIFT Framework

01

Assess & Discover

Understand individual goals, current support models, and organizational readiness to embrace technology-first practices.

02

Train & Credential

Equip support professionals with nationally recognized certifications (ETIS, ETN, ETL) through self-paced virtual coursework.

03

Implement & Integrate

Deploy enabling technologies into home, work, and community environments — always anchored to person-centered goals.

04

Accredit & Sustain

Achieve organizational accreditation and build lasting internal capacity for a Technology First culture that grows over time.

// SHIFT Philosophy
"Technology First isn't about gadgets — it's the principle that technology should be one of the first options considered in every person-centered plan."

A Technology First approach is dependent on a person-centered philosophy being firmly established within an organization's culture. SHIFT builds that culture from the inside out.


Accredited by the National Association of Direct Support Professionals (NASP)

Certifications valid for 2 years from enrollment date

All coursework 100% virtual and self-paced for maximum flexibility

04 — Contact
04 /

Get in Touch

Let's Start
Your SHIFT

Principal Address
48 Fisk Drive
Arden, NC 28704
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1155
Arden, NC 28704
Email
accounting@techfirstshift.com
Website
www.techfirstshift.com
Entity Status
Active · EIN 86-2592019
Foreign LLC · FL (2024)

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