HUS150 Issues in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
This course is designed to develop the skills and knowledge needed by human service practitioners to support individuals with major disabilities caused by mental illness, learning disorders, and intellectual disabilities. Topics include teaching strategies, assessment and planning, therapeutic interactions and the rights of individuals to self-determination. A minimum grade of C- must be earned in this course.
Prerequisite
Reading proficiency and Writing proficiency or
RWR090 Reading Writing and Reasoning Minimum Grade of: C or
ESL110 ESL Transitional Writing Minimum Grade of: C or
ENG101 English Composition I or higher Minimum Grade of: C
Attributes
Free Elective
Reading Content Course
Major Restrictions
Human Services, Associate in Science
Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling Certificate
Community Support Human Services Practitioner Certificate
Direct Support Certificate