SPED 301 - Characteristics of Students with Disabilities

3 hours
Candidates will examine characteristics of individuals identified with disabilities, including levels of severity and their influence on development, behavior and learning. This course will address state and federal regulations; issues and trends in schools including, health care needs, sensory processing, motor development, and self-care skills; school/home/employment partnerships and transition procedures. Students will identify assessment and evaluation requirements and understand the process of writing Individualized Education Programs and transition plans. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 140, EDUC 195, EDUC 200, EDUC 225, EDUC 280, and EDUC 376. UG