SPE 435 Autism-Spectrum Disorders and Characteristics of Children With Disabilities

In this course, students will be provided with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement recommended, evidence- based practices with young children with autism spectrum disorders and/or developmental delays in an inclusive setting. Etiology, diagnostic procedures, current theoretical approaches to intervention, and research on supporting young children with autism-spectrum disorders and/or developmental delays and their families, will be considered. The characteristics of special needs children are discussed in this course as well, including hearing, vision and speech impairment, emotional, behavioral, or learning disorders and cognitive issues, including brain trauma. Ten field hours are required for this course. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

Credits

5