Rick Nicholson

Rick Nicholson is an experienced Training Coordinator specializing in developmental disabilities services with a focus on regulatory compliance and staff training. Currently employed at The New York Foundling since January 2019, Rick conducts regulatory staff training and orientations pertaining to OPWDD regulations. Prior experience includes serving as a Training Specialist at The Thrive Network, where training was provided on various OPWDD and agency guidelines, and as a Quality Assurance Specialist and Coordinator of Training at QSAC, responsible for coordinating training calendars and certification distribution. Earlier in the career, Rick was the Coordinator of Training at PSCH, involved in curriculum development and collaboration with training specialists for quality assurance. Rick holds a City & Guilds of London Institute Award from Shirecliffe University, equivalent to an associate degree.