COUN 630

Children with Disabilities

This course develops concepts related to students with moderate and severe special needs. Instruction encompasses issues relevant to the nature, causes and basic life and educational needs of children with moderate and severe delays. Terminology, modifications, and accommodations of services and supports are described and practiced. Intervention strategies are introduced for a wide array of special needs. Instructional approaches principles and strategies are identified and applied. Students learn to prepare and adapt curricular content and work with others in delivering services and supports based on “best practices.”

Units: 3.0